GDPR – Checklist on how to prepare for the GDPR

By Sam Thomas | 25th August 2017 | 13 min read

We have created a handy checklist on the 9 steps your business can prepare for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - Download your free checklist now.

The UK is set to overhaul its current Data Protection Laws in order to provide a more robust and up-to-date legislation for businesses when handling customer data.

The new Global Data Protection Regulation comes in to full force on 25^th May 2018, and will bring with it a harmonisation of data protection laws across the EU, taking into account for the likes of globalisation, and the ever-changing technology landscape.

With less than a year to go until the regulation comes into full force we’ve created a handy infographic which is free to any business that is looking for some extra help on how to prepare for the GDPR.

What are the key facts of the GDPR?

Applies to any company processing the personal data of individuals in the EU.
Potential fines of up to €20 million or 4% of the businesses annual turnover, whichever is greater.
Individuals to gain greater control over their personal data by gaining the right to be forgotten.
UK Government have now drafted a bill to bring UK laws in line with the EU's General Data Protection Regulation in time for Brexit.

How to handle it?

We have developed a handy checklist on the nine keys steps your business should take to prepare for the introduction of the GDPR.

To give your business the best chance of complying by the 25^th May 2018 implementation date why not print off the 9 steps to prepare for the GDPR checklist and tick off each step as you go!

Download your GDPR checklist now!