The Environmental Challenge of Data Privacy

Explore the parallels between protecting privacy and environmental conservation, and why it's crucial for a sustainable future.

Data privacy breaches are often caused by poorly managed access within an organization. People and processes matter as much as technology. Humans are the weakest link in the chain of privacy and security. However, as distributed working proliferates, it's harder to manage user access and secure your sensitive data.

Data protection is the systematic application of a set of institutional, technical and physical safeguards that preserve the right to privacy with respect to the collection, storage, use, disclosure and any other type of processing of personal data. The protection of personal data of migrants in particular is of fundamental importance as it is an integral part of protecting the life, integrity and human dignity of migrants.

What is the impact of data privacy?

Individuals affected by a data breach may find improper financial and credit activity in their name, compromised social media accounts and other issues. A business may face significant regulatory consequences, such as fines, lawsuits, and irreparable damage to their brand and reputation

Who is affected by data protection?

When they sign an employment contract employees must be bound to observe data confidentiality according to GDPR, and they must abide by the legal provisions contained in the GDPR. Suppliers, partners, service providers etc. External partners are also required to comply with the Data Protection Act.