The rise of DSARs

Understanding DSARs: Individuals have the right to access and receive a copy of their personal data, and other supplementary information. This is commonly referred to as a Data Subject Access Request (DSAR).  The volume of DSARs continues to rise, as businesses must prioritize proactive measures to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and safeguard their organizations [...]

2024-09-24T20:16:03+01:00April 25th, 2024|DSAR, GDPR, Privacy|

Can Your Organisation Use AI to Recruit Employees?

Rapid and unprecedented developments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology reshaping industries and revolutionizing traditional business practices. Consequently, the integration and implementation of AI systems into organizations has become a strategic imperative for business. The future AI Act creates a regulatory framework for various sectors, including the critical topic of recruitment. Recruitment under the AI [...]

Decoding DPO Necessity: Is Your Organization on the List?

In the dynamic realm of data protection, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) emphasised on the pivotal role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO). While smaller businesses may not require a full-time DPO, understanding the conditions for a mandatory appointment is crucial. Requirement for the DPO: the processing is carried out by a public authority [...]

2024-09-25T20:44:59+01:00January 11th, 2024|Data Governance, Data Protection, DPO, GDPR, Personal data, Privacy|

Electric Ireland Data Breach: What You Need to Know

​​ Recently Electric Ireland reported that an employee from a contracted company have improperly accessed thousands of customer accounts, potentially putting into risk their personal and financial information. While Electric Ireland assures that only a small fraction of its vast customer base has been affected, the potential misuse of personal and financial data is a [...]

2024-09-25T20:47:15+01:00December 15th, 2023|Data Governance, Data Protection, GDPR, Personal data, Privacy|

Return to work safely-Data Protection and Privacy

Tips for workplaces with respect to GDPR post Covid Lockdown It has been a difficult time as not only us but the entire world has seen a pandemic bring the life of the people to a standstill. However, the Irish authorities have signaled towards relaxing of the lock-down in phases. This shall lead to workplaces [...]

2024-09-25T20:48:54+01:00December 12th, 2023|Uncategorized|