#FSBeDataReady
Since the introduction of General Data Protection Regulations in May 2018 the way we store data – whether of staff or customers - has changed. You may not think it will affect all businesses but the truth is most businesses deal with personal data. Don’t get caught out – check out our hub for guidance.
Making sure you are #FSBeDataReady
Welcome to FSB’s GDPR preparation hub. Here you will find useful information and guidance on what the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is and guidance on how to get GDPR ready.
The regulations will see changes brought in that will impact the way businesses handle data. You may not think that it will affect all businesses, but the truth is that most businesses more than likely deal with some sort of personal data.
We have worked with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO), the Government body leading up the work on GDPR, in creating engaging content that will help you understand and prepare for the changes.
Alongside this, you will find members talking about GDPR, a useful GDPR checklist to help you prepare and information about FSB’s legal services team that can support you #FSBeDataReady.
Are you Ready?
Checklist - making your data GDPR compliant.
1. Audit time
2. Get aware
3. Record it
4. Delete it
5. Keep it under lock and key
6. Give me access
7. Secure it
8. Policy review
9. Consent review
10. Choose a lead
If you can, designate a dedicated data protection staff member who takes responsibility for data protection compliance.
11. Age matters
If your business is children facing make sure you put systems in place to verify individuals’ ages and obtain parental or guardian consent when needed.
12. Cross-border processing
If you work across borders, find out who your main supervisory authority is and keep this information accessible.
Resources
Data protection report
Mitigating the impact of data protection regulation on small businesses.
Download the reportGDPR checklist
Download this chartThe ICO
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has produced practical advice on how to comply with data protection law and how to improve data protection practices in your business.
FSB Legal Services
FSB Legal Services provide help and advice on GDPR. Find out more about our Legal Hub.
Video resources
GDPR: an introduction to General Data Protection Regulation
FSB member John Hurst talks about his GDPR preparations
Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham explains why GDPR is important.
FSB member Lars Andersen gives his views on GDPR.
Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham talks GDPR non-compliance
Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham talks about the ICOs responsibilities
Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham explains GDPR
Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham chats about what GDPR small business support
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