GDPR

Articles, news and advice on GDPR issues for UK SMEs, covering topics such as data privacy regulation, transparency and accountability, and the protection of individuals’ privacy rights in the digital age.

News

SMEs uncertain of Brexit impact on GDPR

With GDPR presenting a challenging prospect for UK SMBs in the first place, Brexit has caused further confusion.

Marketing

GDPR inertia; three quarters of marketers fail consent test with a year to go

A test conducted by Mailjet has uncovered a significant lack of practical insight into the requirements of GDPR and its consequences for their business.

News

Most CMOs in financial sector are now prepared for GDPR

The majority of CMOs in the financial sector prepared for GDPR, but only 4 per cent acknowledge marketers are responsible for compliance.

Business Technology

GDPR – one year to go: data protection for the new age

With one year left for businesses to get prepared for GDPR, Jake Madders, director at Hyve, tells us what you need to do to keep in line.

Business Technology

GDPR and Brexit: What every small business should know

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is on its way, but so is Brexit. What does this mean for small businesses?

News

Is your business prepared for the incoming GDPR?

In the midst of the ‘Wannacry’ ransomware cyberattack, businesses are urged to get clued up on the incoming GDPR.

Finding and selling to customers

GDPR: Is your small business ready for the ‘Right to be Forgotten’?

Without the right processes or technology in place, finding just one individual’s information can take the time and resources a small business cannot afford to spare, says Guy Bunker.

News

GDPR could cripple business, say UK firms

Nearly half of organisations are afraid they won’t meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation, inadequate technology cited as core challenge.

Business Technology

Why SMEs need to be aware of GDPR

Here, Graeme Newman, chief innovation officer of CFC Underwriting, highlights the importance of GDPR for small businesses.

Legal advice

What small businesses must know about GDPR and MiFID II

In just over a year a heady cocktail of European legislation will come into force: MiFID II and GDPR. Here, James Foley explores what small businesses need to know.

Business Technology

7 recommendations to prepare yourself for the new GDPR

Many UK organisations have been ignoring GDPR following Brexit, but Kroll Ontrack advises businesses to begin preparation before it is too late.

News

SMEs unsure about new data protection legislation

The majority of the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses have either not heard of, or are uncertain about, the impact of the EU’s new data protection legislation, research finds.