How Does GDPR Impact the Marketing Industry?

by Sarah Harvey / February 6, 2023

GDPR Implications for Marketing What does GDPR mean for marketing? We’re worried that not enough business leaders and marketers have heard of GDPR or have prepared for this radical privacy law because of a common misconception that GDPR is for lawyers and information security teams. But GPDR is more than a data privacy law: GDPR is a mandate that affects how organizations market, collect, use, and store consumers’ personal data,…

What is GDPR Personal Data and Who is a GDPR Data Subject?

by Sarah Harvey / December 16, 2022

Two of the most frequent questions asked about GDPR, especially from non-EU-based organizations, are: What is GDPR personal data? Who is a GDPR data subject? If you’ve been asking these questions but can’t seem to find a clear answer, you are not alone. The answer to these questions can determine whether or not GDPR applies to your organization and to what extent it applies. Let's take a closer look at…

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Are You a Data Controller or a Data Processor? (GDPR)

by Mark Hinely / October 11, 2023

The most frequently asked question I’ve received related to GDPR compliance has to do with data processing roles: is my organization a data controller or data processor? Determining your organization’s data role can be challenging because of textual and practical ambiguity, but identifying your role is the starting point for determining which GDPR requirements your organization must follow. The responsibilities of data controllers are different than responsibilities of data processors.…

Enforcement Trends: Lessons from the HIPAA Privacy Rule

by Sarah Harvey / December 20, 2022

Enforcement of the HIPAA Privacy Rule The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces the HIPAA Privacy Rule. Enforcement trends are the most direct way that the OCR can tell us what or where they’re looking at. In the most recent enforcement results, the OCR reports that it has received over 171,161 complaints since the HIPAA Privacy Rule took effect in 2003. These complaints…

How Does the HIPAA Privacy Rule Affect Your Practice?

by Sarah Harvey / December 15, 2022

Many business associates and covered entities are already overwhelmed with responsibilities, so it can be a struggle to find the staff and resources to dedicate to managing strict regulatory demands. In our highly data-driven world, ensuring the privacy of customer data, specifically protected health information (PHI) and patient data, is becoming a top priority of organizations worldwide. In the world of healthcare, the HIPAA Privacy Rule exists to aid business…