IT systems control and UK GDPR

Having robust IT systems controls and UK GDPR is essential for any business, regardless of the industry your company operates in. As more business is conducted online, it’s imperative that both your internal and external IT system controls and UK GDPR are compliant with all the relevant regulations and processes, designed to keep your data and customers or clients safe from hackers and scammers. 

When you have secure IT systems in place, it can lead to increased trust and improve client confidence in knowing that their data is secure. At ALPH Legal & Compliance, our team works with you to ensure your business’s IT systems and UK GDPR are fully compliant with all relevant regulations. 

What are the risks involved?

The potential risk when having outdated or no IT systems controls or UK GDPR in place can lead to potential data breaches. These occur when your IT systems are accessed illegally, either through weak passwords or firewalls that have not been regularly updated, or through emails sent as phishing/scams with harmful links, which have been designed to gain access to your systems. When a hacker or scammer gains access, they can download sensitive information that can be sold to third parties. Not only does that violate your client’s privacy, but it can also put sensitive information, such as addresses or bank details, at risk.  

This is why we help businesses put stronger IT controls in place, with practical policies around user access, staff training, and secure data handling, so the risk of data breaches is reduced.. This way, you have more control over how your business processes and manages sensitive data. 

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How can I avoid data breaches and become compliant? 

The best practice in avoiding potential data breaches is by having robust processes and systems in place from the get-go. This is often through organisational processes that outline to all staff and visitors best practices when using internal computer systems. Equally, the UK government has put regulations in place that highlight how you are supposed to handle sensitive information, which is covered by GDPR as well as the UK Data Protection Act 2018. 

Remaining compliant in terms of GDPR is essential; our team at ALPH Legal are on hand to help you understand the regulations and processes that can help protect your business as well as your client and employee data. 

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Understanding GDPR and the Data Protection Act.

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is a law that is focused on protecting personal data and the privacy of individuals. It covers key areas such as how a business collects, stores, processes data and allows people to have more control over their data. This regulation is now called UK GDPR, which was introduced after Brexit, and runs alongside the wider UK Data Protection Act 2018, with both being the main legal framework in how businesses manage user data.

GDPR and the Data Protection Act are supervised by the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office), which is the independent review body that enforces data protection. At ALPH Legal, we understand the complexities around GDPR and are experienced in helping businesses remain compliant with these regulations. 

While UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act can sound overwhelming and daunting, our team understands this and can help your business to become compliant in relation to GDPR. 

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What are the legal requirements for IT systems security in the UK? 

The legal requirements as set out by the National Cyber Security Centre outline that businesses in the UK must ensure that the data architecture and infrastructure of their business is configured to fulfil the regulatory requirements set out in the GDPR and DPA. This includes having appropriate technical measures, such as access controls and secure networks, along with staff training and documented policies in place. 

Whilst the NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) provides guidance on the best practices for businesses, the responsibility of the legal obligation sits with the business owner. If your business’s IT systems are not configured or maintained to meet the regulatory requirements, this could lead to complaints to the ICO from affected individuals and potentially large fines.

How ALPH Legal can help

Whether you’re a new business looking to implement robust IT system controls and security processes or an established business that’s recently been affected by a data breach, at ALPH Legal, our team can help you create and implement processes and advise on how your business can remain compliant regarding UK GDPR. We help remove the stress and complexity, so that you can continue running your business online safely and securely.

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