Personal Data Protection Service
In today’s increasingly digital world, the protection of personal data is not only a legal obligation but also a critical responsibility that directly impacts corporate reputation. Regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) set clear rules for the collection, processing, and storage of personal data. Failure to comply with these rules may result in severe penalties and significant reputational damage.
What Is Personal Data Protection Service?
Personal data protection service is a professional support system that guides businesses in the lawful collection, processing, storage, and sharing of individuals’ private information. In light of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and similar national or sector-specific regulations, ensuring both technical and legal compliance has become essential for all organizations.
As part of this service, a comprehensive framework for protection and compliance is provided — from the development of data protection policies and risk assessments to employee training and response to data breaches. The goal is to safeguard individuals’ privacy rights while protecting the organization from legal risks and ensuring the long-term sustainability of its reputation.
External Data Protection Officer Service (DPO-as-a-Service)
As part of our External Data Protection Officer (DPO-as-a-Service) offering, Brussels LAC directly assumes the role of Data Protection Officer in an independent, expert, and impartial manner. Under the GDPR, a DPO must operate outside the internal structure of the organization, possess the necessary expertise, and remain free from conflicts of interest.
In this capacity, we continuously monitor your data processing activities, identify potential risks in advance, and provide comprehensive guidance to ensure full compliance with legal obligations. Without the need to allocate internal resources, we act as an external yet fully integrated data protection officer, helping your organization meet its regulatory requirements efficiently and effectively.
GDPR Compliance Audits
Are your data protection practices truly adequate? Through our GDPR compliance audits, we conduct a comprehensive review of your organization’s data processing activities—from start to finish. We identify your strengths and weaknesses from legal, technical, and operational perspectives, provide a detailed report on your current status, highlight risk areas, and offer practical, step-by-step recommendations for improvement.
These audits not only help reduce regulatory risks but also add significant value in terms of customer trust and corporate reputation.
Policy and Procedure Development
Data protection is not limited to technical security measures; it must also be guided by well-structured corporate policies. We develop data protection policies, procedures, and employee guidelines tailored to your business model, sector-specific regulations, and internal structure.
These documents regulate your organization’s internal processes in key areas such as consent management, data minimization, retention periods, and data sharing with third parties. At the same time, they provide a strong legal foundation in the face of audits and supervisory authorities. Without the need to allocate internal resources, we support you as an external but fully integrated data protection officer, helping you fulfill your legal obligations effectively.
Incident Management and Response
When a data breach occurs, time is of critical importance. We develop tailored incident response plans to ensure a fast, coordinated, and effective reaction in the event of a breach.
We play an active role in the detection and documentation of breaches, timely notifications to the relevant authorities, and communication with affected individuals. In addition, we provide guidance on the corrective and preventive actions that must be taken following the incident.
Training and Awareness Programs
Employee awareness of data protection is just as important as technical safeguards. That’s why we develop tailored training programs for different departments and job roles within your organization. Our trainings go beyond legal briefings and include practical examples, case studies, and organization-specific scenarios to actively engage participants in the learning process. The goal is not only to ensure regulatory compliance but also to foster a deeply rooted culture of data protection across the entire organization.
Why Choose Brussels LAC?
How We Work?
Our collaboration begins with a comprehensive analysis of your company’s structure, field of activity, and the specific challenges you face. We assess your existing data processing practices, legal obligations, and potential risk areas. Based on this initial assessment, we develop a tailored service plan that clearly outlines how and in which areas we will provide support.
Once the plan is approved, we move into the implementation phase. The Brussels LAC team can operate either as an independent advisor or as a natural extension of your in-house team. We work in close coordination with you throughout the implementation process, including the preparation of documentation, process follow-up, and communication with all relevant stakeholders. During this stage, we collaborate closely with your internal teams to ensure seamless integration into your operations.
Compliance and data protection are dynamic fields that require continuous monitoring and adaptation. Therefore, our services do not end with the initial setup. We provide ongoing support in areas such as regulatory updates, data breach management, employee awareness initiatives, and internal policy revisions. In doing so, we help your organization stay prepared and resilient in the face of evolving risks—without disrupting your daily operations.
Yes, at Brussels LAC, we offer external DPO services. Without the need to allocate internal resources, we ensure that all your data protection obligations are fulfilled professionally and independently.
A GDPR compliance audit helps identify gaps and risks in your data processing activities. This not only protects you from legal penalties but also strengthens customer trust. Brussels LAC provides concrete and actionable recommendations for improvement following the audit.
In the event of a data breach, a fast and effective response is essential. Brussels LAC provides comprehensive legal and operational support for the detection, notification, and implementation of necessary corrective measures following the incident.
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Frequently AskedQuestions
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