Corpdaily by CS Kartik Arora

  Focus groups: It's all about getting valuable insights and building trust with participants. But in today's data-driven world, there's another crucial element to consider: privacy. Let's see the privacy considerations that should be kept in mind while conducting interviews with focus groups. Consent: Obtain explicit, informed consent from participants before any data collection. Clearly explain: Purpose of data collection and processing, types of data collected, how data will be used and shared and participant rights (access, rectification, erasure, withdrawal) Obtain consent for specific processing activities (e.g., recording, transcription). Provide a clear and easy opt-out mechanism for participants to withdraw consent at any time.It is pertinent to note that legitimate interest may also be used as a legal basis (given that no sensitive personal data is being processed) where the data is processed in a manner that individuals/data subjects would reasonably exp...

Amazon has recently been slapped with a hefty €32 million fine in France for excessively monitoring their warehouse workers. They were tracking EVERYTHING: scan speed, breaks, idle time, even storing data for a month (31 Days)! But hey, it's not just Amazon! This case is a wake-up call for ALL organizations using privacy intrusive technologies to monitor their employees. It's time to ask ourselves: Are we respecting our workers' privacy? Is the technology we use too intrusive? Can other less intrusive technologies serve the purpose? Are we striking a balance between efficiency and data collection? Are we protecting their data responsibly? Here's how YOU can ensure compliance and avoid such hefty fines: DPIA to the Rescue: Before deploying any new tech, it's important to conduct a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)! Think of it as a roadmap for privacy, analyzing potential risks and implementing safeguards. A DPIA will not only help in analysing the ris...