| Introduction Data protection has become an increasingly contentious issue since 1995, partly because of the increasing amounts of personal data flowing over the Web. Recent pressure to combat terrorism has also led governments to pass legislation that provides for significant protection to the data subject as well as imposing strong restrictions. For example data subjects are entitled to recompense if they suffer as a result of inaccurate or incomplete information. In addition there are requirements relating to the holding of sensitive data, in Europe for example companies and organizations are not allowed to send data outside the European Community. Businesses argue that without free movement of data across borders, the economy can not work properly. Governments argue that maintaining the free movement of data depends on companies meeting their data protection obligations. Is your Data processing compliant with Data Protection Laws? Beware: fines are up to 600.000 ! Anyone processing data must comply with the principles of good practice and Data Protection Laws. They say that data must be: - Secure: Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability
- Fairly and lawfully processed;
- Processed for limited purposes;
- Adequate, relevant and not excessive;
- Accurate;
- Not kept longer than necessary;
- Processed in accordance with the data subject's rights;
- ERROR MSGNot transferred to countries and organizations without adequate protection.
Personal data - as another example - covers both facts and opinions about the individual. It also includes information regarding the intentions of the data controller towards the individual, although in some limited circumstances exemptions will apply. With processing, the definition is far wider than before. For example, it incorporates the concepts of 'obtaining', holding' and 'disclosing'. Data Protection Laws require that "appropriate technological measures" should be taken to protect sensitive information. Information can exist in many forms. It can be printed or written on paper, stored electronically, transmitted by post or using electronic means, shown on films, or spoken in conversation. Whatever form the information takes, or means by which it is shared or stored, it should always be appropriately protected. hôtels CologneISO/IEC 17799:2000 and BS 7799 are the most widely recognized international standards for Information Security. They give recommendations for information security management for use by those who are responsible for initiating, implementing or maintaining security in their organization. They are intended to provide a common basis for developing organizational security standards and effective security management practice and to provide confidence in inter-organizational dealings. IQ Networks' services in this area help your organization to comply with international Information Security standards and local/national Data Protection laws. Maps your company's global security/international Security Policy to local requirements , helps you implement international standards and requirements in your local branch offices. Our Services in this area are:  Download Services Brochure
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