Altova GDPR Compliance Database

The Altova GDPR Compliance Database is a solution designed to assist organizations in organizing and documenting their repositories of personal data to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). According to the vendor, this software is suitable for small, medium, and large organizations that process personal data of individuals residing in the European Union and European Economic Area. It is used by various professionals and industries, including Data Protection Officers, Compliance Officers, Privacy Officers, Legal Professionals, and IT Professionals.

Key Features

Centralized Documentation: According to the vendor, the Altova GDPR Compliance Database offers centralized and organized documentation of all pertinent information about data applications and data categories required by GDPR. It allows organizations to maintain a structured record of personal data stores and processing activities.

In-house Solution: The vendor states that the Altova GDPR Compliance Database is an in-house solution, ensuring that sensitive data remains within the organization's control as it is installed within the organization's IT infrastructure.

Secure Web Interface: The solution provides a secure, web-based interface for users to access and understand the GDPR Compliance Database. According to the vendor, users can securely access the solution without the need for additional installations.

Collaborative Environment: The Altova GDPR Compliance Database supports multiple users collaborating simultaneously in the solution, empowering different departments to describe the data they use and document access permissions.

Built-in Approvals Process: The solution offers a built-in approvals process for entered information and subsequent changes, enabling stakeholders to review and approve data classifications, ensuring agreement and documentation.

Discussion Mechanism: According to the vendor, the Altova GDPR Compliance Database includes a built-in discussion mechanism for stakeholders to participate in and document discussions about approval requests, facilitating problem-solving and documentation of reasoning behind approval decisions.

Change Tracking: The solution provides detailed change tracking to keep a record of updates over time, facilitating the long-term maintenance of GDPR compliance documentation.

Auto-generation of Reports: The Altova GDPR Compliance Database auto-generates reports on data categories and other views in PDF or Word format, allowing for easy generation of GDPR reports for internal documentation or reporting purposes.

Metadata Documentation: The solution includes metadata documentation about categories of personal data, structural links to physical storage, and company personnel, helping organizations describe and understand the personal data they hold.

Approvals System: The Altova GDPR Compliance Database includes an internal approvals system for changes made to data classifications, ensuring that multiple stakeholders agree on the information and its assessment.