Developing GDPR Policy Framework

Overview

A GDPR policy framework provides the documented governance structure underpinning operational compliance, comprising strategic policies, operational procedures, practical guidelines, and training materials aligned to specific GDPR requirements.

Implementation Approach

Phase 1: Assessment

1. Review current state against applicable GDPR articles.
2. Identify gaps between current practices and requirements.
3. Classify gaps by severity and regulatory risk.
4. Document the assessment with evidence references.

Phase 2: Design

1. Design measures to address identified gaps.
2. Align measures with organisational capacity and risk appetite.
3. Obtain DPO and stakeholder review of proposed measures.
4. Create implementation timeline with milestones.