Effective Data Protection: Managing Information in an Era of Change

by Mandy Webster

Getting an organisation's data protection strategy right is more important than ever. As data protection law and regulation develops to take on board concerns over areas such as privacy, data security, identity theft and fraud, organisations need to understand the breadth of risks associated with managing and handling data and create robust strategies for implementing the right procedures and controls at all operational levels. "Effective Data Protection" provides an overview of this changing regulatory landscape coupled with advice and guidance on how to develop a more strategic approach to data protection compliance. Coverage the risks associated with personal information processing; how to assess, monitor and mitigate the risks; and, training and staff awareness strategies. Throughout, the focus is on the need to take a pro-active approach to data protection and to embed best practice across the organisation. The book also includes a Q&A section which provides practical examples of solutions to a range of common data protection problems and issues, including fair processing and marketing, record keeping, websites and the international transfer of data.

224 pages, Paperback

First published February 25, 2011