Question 1 of 30
Global Dynamics, a multinational corporation with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, is implementing ISO 27701 to enhance its Privacy Information Management System (PIMS). The organization processes personal data from EU citizens for various purposes, including marketing, customer support, and research and development. As an internal auditor tasked with evaluating the initial steps taken to align the PIMS with GDPR requirements, which of the following actions would you consider MOST critical for Global Dynamics to undertake FIRST to ensure compliance when processing personal data originating from the EU? This assessment is crucial before implementing any other measures or controls within the PIMS framework. Consider the foundational principles of GDPR and their impact on subsequent privacy activities. The company needs to ensure it is not violating any of the GDPR regulations.
Identify and document the specific legal basis (e.g., consent, contract, legitimate interest) for each processing activity involving personal data of EU citizens, in accordance with GDPR Article 6.
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for all high-risk processing activities involving personal data of EU citizens to identify and mitigate potential privacy risks.
Implement end-to-end data encryption for all personal data at rest and in transit to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.
Establish comprehensive data breach notification procedures, including timelines and reporting mechanisms, to comply with GDPR's data breach notification requirements.

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