Author name: Mark Roebuck

Mark Roebuck (MBA, MSc) is a Data Protection Consultant specializing in scalable GDPR and Information Governance solutions. With nearly two decades of experience, he helps organizations bridge the gap between complex technology and regulatory compliance.

How to Ensure Your Data is Compatible

How to ensure your data is compatible with the purpose for which it was collected

There is a multitude of reasons that organisations collect data from enabling personalised marketing experiences, improving customer experience, aiding product development and remaining compliant are just a handful. However, one key consideration is how to ensure your data is compatible with the systems and processes you use. Are you managing and using that data in […]

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Large-scale data processing

What is large-scale data processing?

‘Large-scale data processing’ is not explicitly defined despite it being used within regulation such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The ICO themselves provide pointers but again no clear definition. This lack of definition becomes more apparent when a (Record of Processing Activities) RoPA is being completed. The RoPA module within the ProvePrivacy platform

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Managing User Roles

ProvePrivacy is designed to ensure that users only have access to the information which is required for thier role. To achieve this there are a number of different roles established within the system which only a Company Administrator can assign. A user who has not been assigned any role is referred to as a Standard

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Data protection project

First 100 days of a data protection project; planning for success what to cover

As a data protection professional I often get asked what the most important aspects of data protection are. There are many things in the regulation which resonate for me and help me shape my advice to clients but, it is difficult to list which are most important as the answer is reliant on the context.

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Understanding DPIA

Understanding DPIA: A Crucial Component for Data Protection

Now more than ever businesses are collecting, storing, and processing vast amounts of personal data. Ensuring the protection of this data is not just a legal obligation but also a critical trust factor for customers. This is where Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) come into play. In this blog, we’ll explore what a DPIA is,

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Data Protection by Design – the key principles

DSAR – The Importance of Subject Access Requests

In the realm of data protection, the concept of an “data subject access request” holds significant importance. As data privacy regulations become increasingly stringent worldwide, understanding what a request entails and how to handle it is crucial for individuals and organisations alike.  What is an Access Request? A subject access request, often referred to as

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