Small Firms unaware of Data Protection issues
Small businesses have a much lower awareness of the principles of the Data Protection Act than larger organisations, according to a new research commissioned by the Information Commissioner’s Office.
Whilst over half of small businesses recognise the importance of keeping customers’ personal information secure, only 22 per cent are aware that the Data Protection Act requires them to keep all customer information accurate and up to date.
In an age when the risk of identity fraud is increasing, these findings are a worry and a potential risk to smaller firms. Derrick Cameron of Eximium comments “Whilst individuals are regularly urged to protect their personal information, companies of all sizes also have a responsibility to be certain that customer data is secure and accurate. This is a serious issue that can easily come back to haunt companies - ignorance is no defence in law”.
Full information on the law is provided in the Good Practice Notes published by The Information Commissioner’s Office.
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