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Identify and minimise the risks associated with the processing of personal data.
Why an impact assessment (DPIA) is required by the RODO
A data protection impact assessment (DPIA) is a process that aims to determine what privacy implications may arise from planned processing of personal data. Under Article 35 of the RODO, a DPIA is mandatory in situations where data is processed in a way that is likely to result in a high risk of infringement of the rights and freedoms of individuals.
When should a data protection impact assessment be conducted?
DPIA is performed before you make the decision to start processing data.
This includes:
Analysing large sets of customer data to automatically grant or refuse financial services (e.g. loans or insurance) using scoring algorithms.
Offering consumers access to detailed genetic or health analyses that may indicate the likelihood of disease.
Creating and using behavioural profile models for offer personalisation or marketing recommendations.
Automatically combining different databases (e.g. customer activity data + transaction data) to analyse trends or make business decisions.
Processing extensive location or personal data in smart service systems (e.g. analysing user routes or behaviour in mobile applications).
DPIA is not just a formality – it is a strategic risk management tool.
What does the data protection impact assessment cover?
In accordance with the GDPR, we are implementing the DPIA in a practical and understandable way so that its results effectively support management decisions while being operatively useful for IT teams and the Data Protection Officer (DPO).
Scope of work includes:
Analysis of the data processing process and its context.
Analysis of the personal data processing process and its legal and business context.
Identification of risks to the rights and freedoms of data subjects.
Assessment of the likelihood of risks occurring and their potential consequences.
Selection of adequate technical and organisational measures to limit the level of risk.
Preparation of a complete DPIA report compliant with Article 35 of the GDPR.
Support in communication with the supervisory authority (UODO) when risk remains high despite implemented safeguards.
Why entrust DPIA to experts?
- 01Experience – we have conducted hundreds of GDPR risk analyses in the IT, financial, medical and public administration sectors.
- 02Practice over theory – we focus on real threats, not on copying templates.
- 03Client trust – 4.9/5 on Google reviews (160+ reviews).
- 04Comprehensiveness – we combine knowledge of GDPR, NIS2 and ISO 27001 to provide a coherent data security system.
How does the data protection impact assessment process work?
Each Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) is carried out in an orderly manner and tailored to the specifics of the organisation. We do not limit ourselves to documentation; we analyse the actual processing processes and associated risks together with the client so that the DPIA report is understandable, practical and feasible for real implementation.
As part of the DPIA process:
We describe business processes – we learn the context of operations, processing purposes, and the scope and nature of personal data.
We assess the necessity and proportionality of processing – we verify whether the scope of processed data is adequate to the pursued objectives.
We assess the legality of the processing process – we analyse legal bases for data processing, fulfilment of information obligations, and compliance of the process with GDPR requirements.
We analyse implemented security measures – we identify and describe deployed technical and organisational safeguards.
We assess the likelihood and consequences of breaches – we identify risks associated with data processing and their potential impact on individuals' rights and freedoms.
We assess the effectiveness of existing safeguards – we indicate which protective measures are sufficient and which require strengthening or change.
We recommend corrective actions and a risk reduction plan – we prepare specific recommendations with implementation priorities.
We prepare the DPIA report – we create a complete document compliant with Article 35 of the GDPR, ready for approval by the data controller or for use in communication with the UODO.
What our customers say about our services
Marcin Wieczorek
„I am very impressed with the high level of substantive expertise of the training staff"
From 13 to 17 March I attended the "Course for Information Security Administrators" organized by ODO 24 sp. z o.o. I am very impressed with the high substantive level of the training staff and the comprehensive program. Working as an ABI requires knowledge not only of legal provisions but also of IT matters, which ODO 24 took into account. Noteworthy is the curriculum, which gradually introduces increasingly advanced nuances of personal data protection, starting from the legal basics and ending with practical aspects of auditing and working with documents within a company. The complete set of materials, editable documents and publications I received will facilitate my daily work as an ABI. I can certainly recommend ODO 24 as a reliable partner offering training services of a high standard.
Magdalena Węglewska
„We can wholeheartedly recommend ODO 24 as a professional and reliable partner"
For many years we have consistently placed great importance on the protection of the personal data of our customers as well as our employees. We took an active part in creating the "Code of Good Practice for the Protection of Personal Data of Customers and Potential Customers,” developed jointly by GIODO and the Polish Automotive Industry Association. Due to the complexity and variability of the rules on personal data protection, as well as Mazda’s dynamic development in Poland and the increasing volume of data we process, we decided to entrust the ABI function to a company specialized in this field. The decision to use the services of ODO 24 was primarily influenced by the experience and competence of the team of experts, the comprehensiveness of the offering and its flexibility in adapting to our organization. After a year of cooperation we can recommend ODO 24 as a professional and reliable partner.
Agnieszka Karłowicz
„A practical approach, continuous advisory availability, and positive working relationships"
We have been working with ODO24 for over a year. For us it has been a year of peaceful breathing and a sense of security: at least regarding personal data protection :-) The people at ODO are professionals who explain matters that are incomprehensible to the average person in an understandable way. They understand not only their profession but, which is very important to us, business and its requirements. A practical approach, constant advisory availability, and great relationships — all of this means I can recommend this Company to anyone who wants to work and sleep peacefully.
Tomasz Siwicki
„I recommend the company ODO 24 as a professional partner"
For several years we have been cooperating with ODO 24 in the field of personal data protection. A professional team that efficiently helped us to comply with the requirements of the GDPR. We make use not only of the experts’ knowledge but also of professionally prepared e‑training, thanks to which we were able to train several hundred employees in a very short time. I highly recommend ODO 24 as a professional partner delivering services at the highest level.
Frequently asked questions about DPIA (FAQ)
What is a DPIA under RODO?
A DPIA (data protection impact assessment) is a process regulated by RODO for analysing planned personal data processing, the aim of which is to identify and assess the risks of breaches of the rights and freedoms of data subjects and to determine the measures necessary to mitigate them, required in particular in situations where processing is likely to result in a high risk (Article 35 RODO).
When is a DPIA mandatory?
A DPIA is mandatory when the planned processing of personal data, in particular through the implementation of new technologies, may result in a high risk to the rights or freedoms of natural persons. This obligation applies primarily to processing operations which, by virtue of their nature, scope or purposes, significantly interfere with the privacy of the data subjects (Article 35 RODO).
Is a DPIA the same as a risk analysis?
No. A DPIA and a risk analysis are distinct, though related, processes. Risk analysis is a fundamental element of data security management and concerns the assessment of threats and the selection of appropriate technical and organisational measures referred to in Article 32 RODO. It is required for all processing of personal data. A DPIA (data protection impact assessment), however, has a broader scope and is required only where the processing may result in a high risk to the rights or freedoms of natural persons. It includes, among other things, an assessment of the lawfulness, necessity and proportionality of the processing and a detailed analysis of the impact on the data subjects (Article 35 RODO).
Who should carry out a DPIA?
A DPIA should be carried out by the data controller, who is responsible for ensuring that the processing complies with RODO. The process should involve the Data Protection Officer (DPO), if one has been appointed, and persons with knowledge of the business processes being carried out and the technical solutions used, in particular IT teams.
How often should a DPIA be updated?
A DPIA should be updated whenever the nature, scope or manner of processing personal data changes, in particular when implementing new technologies, changes to business processes, or after a data protection breach. Independently of this, it is good practice to periodically review the DPIA to confirm that the assumptions made and the security measures applied remain up to date and effective.
Can a DPIA be outsourced to an external company?
Yes, a DPIA may be commissioned to an external company. RODO does not prohibit using the assistance of third parties in carrying out a data protection impact assessment. However, it should be borne in mind that the ultimate responsibility for properly conducting the DPIA and implementing the recommended security measures always rests with the data controller.
Support from an external company enables organisations to benefit from experience and an objective perspective; however, the DPIA should be carried out with the active involvement of the organisation, in particular the Data Protection Officer (DPO), process owners and IT teams.
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