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Meet the new term in the new general data protection regulation (GDPR) – “lawful basis for processing data”. In the heart of this new term are new rules for obtaining and managing user consent. So, let’s dig into what this will it mean for your business or an organization! You’ve got mail! Yes, another junk email just appeared in your inbox. Before you click delete, first check who sent it to you and why. Maybe you ordered a new swimsuit a few months back, but were you also asked, if it was ok to be contacted by the seller once a week, forever and ever? The new law turns this question around to protect you. Does the seller have a lawful basis to store and process your personal data? And what is the basis that they used to send you an email in the first place? What exactly does “lawful basis for processing data” mean? According to GDPR laws, the company must be able to prove and describe what lawful basis they use to store and use your personal information. The company c...

The new EU laws taking effect on May 25 th 2018 bring stronger protection for our children online. If you are a business or organization that collects data on children, for instance, children’s swim class registration, you should read about the huge consequences for your business. We are already working with large multinational companies, banks, and IT vendors to help them to comply with the new laws. They all have their hands full when GDPR is enforced. What if you are a small business, social club or non-profit organization? Even in that case, your business or organization does not get exempt from the requirements for a parental consent A high bar for lawful basis The EU's new regulation for collecting, storing and processing of personal data greatly strengthens the protection of children below the age of 16. The biggest change is a high bar to prove that your company has the lawful basis for processing data about the child. For example, if you are offering an ...

Most, if not all companies, small and large, non-profits, social clubs and associations collect and process personal information in many ways and forms. Here is a quick summary on how GDPR will affect you and your company, regardless whether you are located in Europe or any place else, like the United States, Canada, and anywhere else in the world. On May 25’th 2018 a new regulation will be enforced that strengthens personal data security regulations and places tough requirements on how business can collect, store and process any and all personal information. Why should I care? The simple answer is because of the hefty fines you may incur if you violate those regulations. Penalties for organizations in breach of GDPR can be fined up to 4% of annual global turnover or €20 Million (whichever is greater). Where should you start? We are here to help you with your first step to gain a better understanding of what GDPR is and what changes your company must make to follow t...