Unleashed Power Duo: GDPR and ISO 27001
GDPR and ISO 27001 have been best buddies for some time now.? However, thanks to ISO 27701, the trio form an unbeatable team for information security and data protection. Let's take a closer look at how the GDPR together with ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 can help organizations ensure robust data protection and compliance.
What exactly is GDPR again?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation that protects the fundamental rights and freedoms of natural persons, in particular their right to the protection of personal data. It came into force on May 25, 2018 and replaced the 1995 Data Protection Directive. The GDPR updates the rules to take account of modern data collection and use.
More specifically, the GDPR therefore contains rules on the protection of personal data such as names, addresses and email addresses. It requires companies to obtain consent from data subjects before collecting and using personal data, inform them about how their data will be used and give them the opportunity to change their mind. Although it is an EU regulation, its impact is global and affects any company that wants to do business with EU citizens, regardless of its location.
Who is impacted by the GDPR?
The GDPR applies to any company which processes or intends to process the data of people in the EU. This also includes companies outside the EU that offer goods or services to people in the EU. Therefore, all employees of such organizations must be familiar with the requirements of the GDPR.
How Can I Get GDPR Certified?
Although there is no official EU-wide GDPR certification, certifications such as ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 can help you understand and comply with the GDPR.
How can organizations demonstrate their GDPR compliance?
Although there is no universal certification for GDPR compliance, companies can build trust by demonstrating their commitment to data protection.
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ISO 27001 and GDPR
ISO 27001 is an international standard for information security management. Although not directly related to GDPR, ISO 27001 certification can demonstrate to customers and stakeholders that a company takes information security seriously. Compliance with both GDPR and ISO 27001 can give organizations a competitive edge by showing a commitment to data privacy and information security.
How does ISO 27701 help?
ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 and ISO 27002 for data protection management and specifies the requirements for a data protection information management system (PIMS). It helps organizations to manage personal data and ensures that data protection rights are protected. To obtain ISO 27701 certification, an organization must first be certified to ISO 27001, as ISO 27701 builds on its requirements.
What is a Personal Information Management System (PIMS)?
A PIMS enables users to manage, organize, and share their personal information according to their values and preferences, providing visibility and control over data interactions with various entities.
What are the requirements of ISO 27701
ISO 27701 and GDPR Compliance
ISO 27701 can help organizations comply with the GDPR by providing additional guidance for implementation. However, it does not replace the need to comply with the specific requirements of the GDPR. Organizations must still comply with the GDPR's data protection principles, data subject rights and other obligations.
ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 therefore support GDPR compliance by providing a framework for managing information security and data protection.?
These two standards together help organizations to develop comprehensive approaches to data protection and demonstrate a strong commitment to data privacy and security. By implementing these standards, organizations can protect sensitive information and ensure the privacy and security of their customers' data.
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