Do you comply with personal data protection regulations?

What does this regulation govern?

Data protection regulations establish the obligations that must be met when processing personal data, as well as the rights held by data subjects.

In business activities, data processing is inherent, as data is collected, stored, accessed, deleted… and all these activities constitute personal data processing. Therefore, personal data is processed across all areas of a business: from the human resources department, in relation to employee data, to commercial and purchasing departments, in relation to customer and supplier data.

In this regard, companies may carry out other activities that also involve data processing, such as operating a corporate website, using video surveillance systems, geolocating vehicles or digital devices, sending commercial communications (newsletters), managing customer databases, and handling human resources, among others. All these activities involve the use and management of personal data and are therefore subject to current data protection regulations, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Spanish Organic Law on Data Protection and Guarantee of Digital Rights (LOPDGDD).

Thus, the processing of personal data is an inherent reality of any business model.

Why is compliance with this regulation important?

Compliance with data protection regulations is not only a legal obligation but also a guarantee of professionalism and trust. Proper management of personal data reduces legal and sanctioning risks, protects individuals’ rights, and strengthens a company’s reputation. In some cases, compliance may also be an essential requirement for establishing relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners.

Moreover, compliance entails implementing appropriate technical and organizational security measures to ensure an adequate level of security, as well as safeguarding the ongoing confidentiality, integrity, availability, and resilience of systems and personal data.

For all these reasons, strict compliance with data protection regulations becomes an essential requirement to ensure the lawful processing of personal data.

How can we help you at Vilar Riba?

At Vilar Riba, we have a team specialized exclusively in data protection regulations. We provide personalized advice to companies and assist them in achieving compliance through:

• Adapting the business to data protection regulations according to its specific needs.

• Ongoing compliance support once the business has been adapted.

• Periodic reviews of compliance status and subsequent updates of all documentation.

• Regular training on data protection regulations.

• Continuous updates regarding legal developments and changes in criteria issued by the competent authorities.

Our team ensures comprehensive and effective compliance with data protection regulations, adapting to the specific needs of each company.