Michalsons Data Protection Programme

Data protection compliance is expensive, and with fines regularly being issued by the data protection commissioner, the cost of non-compliance is even more expensive. So, we’ve been searching for ways to help our clients comply at a significantly reduced cost.

We are delighted to announce that our clients can now access the Michalsons Data Protection Programme The programme will keep your organisation legally fit and informed.

By being members of the Michalsons Data Protection Programme you will:

• Protect people (customers, staff and suppliers) from harm by protecting the personal data that your organisation processes.
• Enable your organisation to perform its activities and grow by processing personal data lawfully.
• Reduce the risks of non-compliance (like fines, damage to your brand and losing the trust of your customers) by focusing your efforts.
• Reduce your overall costs by doing it yourself with our assistance.
• Fast-track your efforts by accessing deep knowledge, expertise and experience. Save time by having an expert guide and coach you.
• Ensure everything is privileged from authorities by engaging with Michalsons who are independent professional legal advisers.
• Comply with the data protection laws that your organisation must comply with by putting the necessary controls in place.
• Build trust with your data subjects (or controllers) by being in a position to get certified by an agency or by displaying the Data Protection Champ badge.

You can read more about what you can expect from the Michalsons Data Protection Programme and why you should be a member.

Our exclusive arrangement with Michalsons, a specialist in South African data protection law and Data Protection Laws across the continent, means that you can access the support of the data protection programme. If you still require specialist advice about a particular issue you will still be able to contact us for bespoke advice at our usual fee arrangement.

Read more about the programme, what it costs to be a member and how to sign up.

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