GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) services provided by Helpink Business Consulting Agency assist businesses in Bangladesh in complying with international data protection standards, particularly for those dealing with European clients. While GDPR is a European Union regulation, its extraterritorial nature means that Bangladeshi companies handling EU citizens' data must comply. Helpink provides comprehensive services to ensure that businesses meet these requirements while aligning with local data protection laws and regulations, such as the Digital Security Act, 2018 and the Bangladesh ICT Act, 2006.

Key Components of GDPR Compliance:

1. Data Collection and Processing: Helpink ensures that client businesses gather, process, and store data lawfully and transparently, aligning with the GDPR's principles. This includes obtaining explicit consent from data subjects and ensuring data is collected only for specific, legitimate purposes.

2. Data Subject Rights: The GDPR provides several rights to data subjects, including the right to access, rectify, erase, or restrict their data. Helpink helps businesses implement these rights into their systems, ensuring customers can easily exercise control over their personal information.

3. Data Protection Officer (DPO) Services: For companies that require a DPO under GDPR rules, Helpink offers outsourced DPO services to oversee compliance, advise on data protection policies, and communicate with EU regulators when necessary.

4. Data Breach Management: Helpink assists businesses in implementing procedures for detecting, reporting, and investigating personal data breaches. Under GDPR, breaches must be reported to the relevant Data Protection Authority within 72 hours. Helpink ensures that businesses have a comprehensive plan for breach management and response.

5. Data Transfer and International Compliance: Transferring data outside the EU requires safeguards under GDPR. Helpink helps businesses in Bangladesh put in place standard contractual clauses or binding corporate rules to ensure safe data transfers.

6. Record-Keeping and Documentation: GDPR requires companies to maintain detailed records of their data processing activities. Helpink provides templates and systems for record-keeping, ensuring compliance with GDPR's accountability principle.

7. Employee Training: Helpink offers GDPR training sessions for staff, helping businesses establish a data-conscious workforce. This is vital in ensuring that all employees are aware of their responsibilities under the regulation.

Additional Information:

• Digital Security Act, 2018: Helpink ensures that GDPR compliance also aligns with Bangladesh’s own Digital Security Act, which governs data protection, cybersecurity, and the misuse of digital platforms in the country.
• ICT Act, 2006: Businesses are guided to comply not only with GDPR but also with Bangladesh’s ICT Act, which outlines the legal framework for online activities, including privacy and data security.
• Penalties for Non-compliance: Under GDPR, businesses may face fines up to €20 million or 4% of their global annual turnover, whichever is higher. Helpink provides audit and risk assessment services to avoid such penalties.

Sample Chart for GDPR Compliance Process:

Compliance with Bangladesh Acts and Government Rules:

1. Digital Security Act, 2018 – Governs data protection, security, and privacy in Bangladesh, ensuring that GDPR standards are compatible with local laws.
2. ICT Act, 2006 – Regulates online activities, data protection, and digital security, which must align with GDPR where international data transfers are concerned.
3. EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Sets out strict rules on data privacy, data subject rights, and breach management for businesses dealing with EU citizens’ data.

By utilizing Helpink’s GDPR compliance services, businesses can operate smoothly in international markets, protecting themselves from legal risks while ensuring the privacy and security of their clients’ data.