Legislative Decree No 196 of 30 June 2003, also known as the Italian Personal Data Protection Code, was updated by Legislative Decree No 101 of 10 August 2018 to align with the GDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679).

The Advice Service on the implementation of the Italian Personal Data Protection Code is designed to help organisations understand, implement and maintain compliance with this national data protection legislation.

Objectives

1. Understand the Italian Privacy Code: Provide a clear understanding of the provisions of Legislative Decree 30 June 2003, n. 196 and the amendments introduced by Legislative Decree 10 August 2018, n. 101.
2. Implement Compliance Systems: Assist organisations in developing and implementing policies, procedures and systems to ensure compliance with the Privacy Code integrated with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
3. Protection of Personal Data: Ensuring that personal data is processed securely and in compliance with the regulation.
4. Preparing for Audits: Preparing organisations for possible controls and audits by data protection authorities.
5. Promoting a Culture of Privacy: Encouraging a work environment that values the protection of personal data and privacy.

Modalities

1. Initial Assessment: Assessment of current practices and identification of compliance needs.
2. Planning and Development: Development of customised policies and procedures for the organisation.
3. Implementation: Support in implementing policies, procedures and security measures integrated with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
4. Training and Awareness-raising: Delivery of training sessions and awareness-raising campaignse.
5. Monitoring and Revision: Ongoing monitoring and periodic review of policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the organisation complies with the requirements of the Privacy Code, reducing the risk of sanctions and fines.
• Personal Data Protection: Improve the protection of personal data, reducing the likelihood of breaches and security incidents..
• Credibility and Trust: Increase the trust of customers, partners and stakeholders in the organisation’s ability to protect personal data.
• Operational Efficiency: Improve operational efficiency through the adoption of standardised data management processes and procedures.
• Risk Reduction: Mitigate the legal and reputational risks associated with inadequate management of personal data.

Tools used

• Compliance and Monitoring Software: Tools for monitoring and managing compliance with the Privacy Code.
• Documentation: Procedures and records for the management of personal data..
• Training Platforms: Online tools and training materials for employee training and awareness-raising.
• Monitoring Dashboard: Tools to monitor compliance activities and verify the effectiveness of data protection policies.

Final Considerations

The advice service offered by 365TRUST on the application of Legislative Decree No 196 of 30 June 2003 is essential for organisations that process personal data and wish to comply with Italian data protection regulations. Through targeted advice and the implementation of effective policies, procedures and security measures, organisations can protect personal data, improve their regulatory compliance and promote a culture of privacy.