This session will guide you through the legislative timeline and the purpose of the Act, ensuring you understand its application and exclusions. We will delve into key definitions and unpack the 8 Conditions of Lawful Processing, providing practical steps to ensure compliance. We'll also compare the POPI Act with the GDPR, explore the duties of the Regulator, and share helpful tips for compliance.

Through practical discussions, we'll cover applicable penalties and the crucial role of an information officer, along with best practices for data processing. Finally, we'll address the risks your business may face in case of non-compliance. Let's get started on safeguarding personal information effectively!

• Legislative timeline

• Purpose of the Act

• Application of the Act

• Exclusion from the Act

• Definitions

• 8 Conditions of Lawful Processing unpacked

• Practical steps to ensure compliance with the 8 conditions

• POPI Act v GDPR

• The Regulator and her duties

• Helpful tips to ensure compliance

• Practical discussions

• Penalties applicable

• What an information officer’s role is and how to fulfill it.

• Best practices to follow in terms of data processing?

• What risks are there for my business in regards to non-compliance?

All workshops are offered as customised in-house training that can be presented virtually or on-site.

*All courses and conferences are subject to minimum delegate numbers.