Data Protection Clauses in Commercial Contracts - Avoiding the Pitfalls

Introduction

Data protection clauses in contracts have become increasingly important since the implementation of the GDPR. Such clauses need to provide a clear framework and apportion risk appropriately between the parties as well as complying with the requirements of Article 28(3).

This virtual classroom seminar will provide you with an understanding of the common anomalies and pitfalls to watch out for and suggestions will also be made as to how they can be dealt with in a practical, risk-focussed fashion.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• ‘Controller’ and ‘processor’ - key definitions
• ‘Sub-processing - when should this be permitted and subject to what restrictions?
• ‘Dealing with data subjects’ requests - who is responsible?
• ‘Security requirements - ensuring appropriate measures are in place
• ‘Breach reporting requirements - timeframes and information to be provided
• ‘Audit rights - frequency, level of access and other key considerations
• ‘Indemnities - should they be included and how extensive should they be?
• ‘Termination provisions - what happens to the personal data?

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.