SUPPLIER GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance)
International Data Transfers
Service Overview
Managing data transfers outside the EU requires strict compliance with GDPR and international data protection regulations. We help organizations assess third-country laws, conduct Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs), and implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs), and supplementary measures to ensure lawful and secure cross-border data flows. By aligning with Schrems II requirements and evolving regulatory frameworks, we provide legal certainty, risk mitigation, and operational confidence in international data transfers.
Our Approach
Phase 1: Assessment & Risk Analysis
A comprehensive evaluation of data transfer practices is conducted to identify regulatory, contractual, and technical risks associated with personal data transfers outside the EU. This includes assessing third-country laws, conducting Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs), and reviewing existing safeguards to determine their effectiveness in ensuring GDPR compliance.
Phase 2: Safeguard Implementation
Based on the assessment findings, appropriate legal, technical, and organizational measures are implemented to secure cross-border data transfers. This includes establishing Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs), and supplementary safeguards where necessary to align with GDPR and Schrems II requirements.
Phase 3: Ongoing Monitoring & Compliance Assurance
A structured monitoring framework is implemented to ensure continuous compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and enforcement actions. Regular risk reassessments, legal updates, and operational reviews help organizations adapt their data transfer mechanisms to emerging legal challenges.
Phase 4: Governance & Knowledge Transfer
To ensure long-term compliance, governance frameworks are put in place to manage ongoing data transfers, supplier obligations, and regulatory changes. Internal teams are equipped with the necessary training and compliance tools to monitor vendor data flows, legal risks, and policy updates, ensuring sustainable, compliant cross-border data management.
Benefits to Your Organization
Enhanced Data Protection
Secure transfer mechanisms and DPAs ensure data security and reduce third-party risks.
Regulatory Compliance
Compliant transfer mechanisms like SCCs, BCRs, and TIAs minimize legal and regulatory exposure.
Minimized Liability & Risk Exposure
Strong contractual safeguards limit financial and legal risks from vendor non-compliance.
Accountability & Data Governance
Clear governance frameworks enforce data control, compliance, and vendor oversight.