Complying with CPRA: A Brief Overview for Business Leaders

By |2024-09-09T17:27:08-04:00August 29th, 2024|article, Blog Archive, Data Compliance, Privacy|

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) took effect in January 2023, replacing the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and providing consumers with unprecedented rights over their personal information. For businesses, complying with CPRA means upholding a new standard of transparency and accountability. This guide will help. NOTE: This overview is intended to provide a general understanding of how to achieve CPRA compliance. For specific legal advice, consult with a qualified attorney or privacy expert. First, know whether the law applies to your business. Businesses that collect or process personal information of California residents and meet one or more of the

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Role of Data Privacy in Data Analysis Critical to Proactive Business Strategy

By |2024-08-26T14:41:32-04:00August 14th, 2024|article, Blog Archive, Privacy|

Data analytics has emerged as an essential component of business success, driving efficiency and innovation. On the one hand, today’s regulatory environment appears to place obstacles in the way of companies seeking to capitalize on the promise of big data. But savvy business leaders understand the critical role of data privacy in data analysis. At its core, data privacy involves proper treatment of sensitive data. This certainly entails keeping data secure. But it also necessitates respecting the right of individuals to control how their personal information is used and shared online. And it requires transparency about data handling practices. Maintaining

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What is the Role of Cyber Security in Protecting Personal Data?

By |2024-04-03T09:13:21-04:00March 19th, 2024|article, Blog Archive, Cyber-Security, Data Compliance|

Businesses and public organizations depend on big data to provide personalized services, to innovate, and to guide business strategy. But they also have a legal and ethical responsibility to keep sensitive data safe. Business leaders cannot afford to underestimate or under-resource the role of cyber security in protecting personal data. The average business or municipal organization manages an astonishing amount of personal data. This includes health, financial, and employment data, of course. It also includes names, biometrics, Social Security numbers, contact information, and other identifiers. While individuals surrender personal information as a matter of course when transacting business, they expect

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Prepare Now for Data Privacy Law Changes in 2024

By |2024-04-02T11:23:11-04:00December 6th, 2023|Data Compliance, Information Governance and Management, Privacy|

The privacy legislation trend shows no signs of slowing down. At least a dozen states have now enacted privacy laws, in addition to global laws already in place. And more states will inevitably pass privacy legislation in the coming year. Organizations should plan carefully to prepare for data privacy law changes in 2024 and beyond. New State Privacy Laws Taking Effect in 2024 Each year, a handful of states enact sweeping privacy legislation, and 2024 is no exception. The following new privacy laws will take effect in the coming months: Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act (MTCDPA) – This law goes

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Don’t Let 2023 Privacy Law Changes Surprise You

By |2024-03-12T15:17:12-04:00January 4th, 2023|Data Compliance, Privacy|

The wave of privacy regulations continues to gain momentum, with five states enacting new laws this coming year. The 2023 privacy law changes will affect the data operations of thousands of organizations. And business owners should expect even more changes to come. Solid, adaptable data governance will help companies maintain compliance. California 2023 Privacy Law Changes The California Privacy Rights Act takes effect on January 1. It replaces California’s original privacy law, the CCPA, and grants additional rights to Californians. CCPA granted consumers the right to a privacy notice, the right to delete their data and the right to opt

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6 Steps to Privacy Law Compliance for Retailers

By |2020-06-01T09:05:09-04:00January 8th, 2020|Data Compliance, Information Governance and Management, Privacy|

The dawn of 2020 brought more than winter weather and New Year’s resolutions. Retailers must now demonstrate compliance with information privacy laws in the US, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and, soon, New York’s SHIELD law. With strict customer privacy laws, retail information governance to achieve privacy law compliance takes on a key strategic role. For instance, CCPA mandates that businesses provide consumers control over their private information. That is, consumers can request disclosure of all personal data regarding themselves and their households. They can opt out of the sale of that data, and they can request

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