The Data Privacy Framework (DPF) is once again before the European Court of Justice (ECJ). If the adequacy decision for data transfers to the USA is overturned, this would have far-reaching consequences for companies that transfer personal data to the USA or have it processed there.
What does this mean for your company?
1. legal uncertainty for data transfers
Even an existing adequacy decision does not offer lasting protection. The ECJ is currently examining whether the DPF is actually compatible with the GDPR and the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. Companies must therefore be prepared for possible changes - and for a return to the transitional solution with standard contractual clauses and supplementary measures.
2. growing requirements for compliance and risk analysis
Organizations that transfer data to the USA or other third countries should now put their contractual bases, internal processes and security measures to the test. The focus is particularly on access by foreign authorities and the effectiveness of legal remedies.
3. data protection as a strategic management task
Data protection is no longer just a legal or IT issue, but a central component of risk management and corporate strategy. Companies that adapt their data protection compliance at an early stage not only ensure their legal security, but also their competitiveness.
Act now - before the ECJ decides
We support you in setting up your company in a legally compliant and resilient manner - from checking your data transfers to drafting standard contractual clauses (SCCs) and technical and organizational measures (TOMs) that can also withstand a judicial stress test.
Check whether your company is prepared if the DPF is declared ineffective.
