Pacific Northwest Shredding Retains a Best-in-Class DPO to Better Serve Our Clients
Expert Privacy Guidance For Your Organization
All privacy and data protection regulations, one way or another, require secure shredding service providers to designate a qualified professional to be responsible for their compliance. That individual is commonly referred to as a Data Protection Officer (DPO).
To meet this requirement, most shredding companies assign that role to an employee with little or no background in data security or regulatory compliance.
At Pacific Northwest Shredding, we believe our clients deserve better. That’s why Pacific Northwest Shredding has gone to great lengths to align itself with a DPO that demonstrates the strength of our commitment. From advising government regulators on data breach legislation to working with the Federal Trade Commission on FACTA rulemaking to founding the secure data destruction industry’s most accepted global certification program, Robert Johnson, CSDS, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, is one of the world’s most high-profile and well-regarded data protection pedigrees.
Why it Matters to Our Customers
1. It means we and our clients are better informed and prepared.
First, by retaining a highly qualified DPO, Pacific Northwest Shredding can stay up to date with the rapidly changing data protection requirements across the country. This is a big task when you consider that 19 states have passed new data protection regulations in the past two years, and that trend will continue into the near future. Eventually, all states will modify their regulations. Having the right DPO means our clients don’t have to worry about Pacific Northwest Shredding’s continued compliance as these regulations evolve.
2. It means we’re held to a higher standard.
Having a DPO also holds Pacific Northwest Shredding to a higher level of scrutiny. More than just an advisor, our DPO’s duty also extends to our customers and to regulators. From employee training to the collection and use of personal information, every aspect of Pacific Northwest Shredding’s privacy and data protection policies is authored, endorsed, and monitored. The continued relationship between the DPO and Pacific Northwest Shredding is dependent upon consistent, demonstrable compliance.
3. It means we’re a regulatory resource.
With a professional DPO on staff, Pacific Northwest Shredding and our clients have immediate access to one of the world’s most highly respected experts on regulatory matters. With privacy laws changing rapidly and with concerns over data security coming from every direction, it is reassuring to know that we are only minutes away from getting an expert opinion when the need arises.
Whether you are interested in using our services or have questions about data protection regulatory compliance. Contact Us today! We’re always happy to help.
