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DPOaaS Expectations

A DPOaaS (Data Protection Officer as a Service) provides outsourced data protection and privacy expertise, typically for organisations that are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) under GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), but that organisation may not have the resources or need for a full-time internal hire and that’s where CVG Solutions comes in. Here’s what …

What is a Conflict of Interest for a DPO

Under the UK GDPR, a Data Protection Officer (DPO) must be independent in performing their tasks. This means they must not be placed in a position where they’re expected to decide how personal data is collected, used, stored, or shared—because that would compromise their ability to monitor and advise on compliance objectively. Common Conflicts of Interest in …