A Data Protection Officer, or DPO, is an expert in European data protection and can help guide an organisation through the process to achieve GDPR compliance through the following activity:
- Advising organisations on how to achieve and maintain compliance
- Monitoring compliance and assist in training and raising awareness of good practice
- Carrying out and facilitating audits
- Acting as intermediaries between relevant stakeholders
- Acting as the immediate point of contact with the supervisory authority in the case of a breach, audit or any issues relating to GDPR
So, what must be taken into account to ensure DPO’s are both empowered and impartial when integrated into your organisation?