WALLDORF, Germany, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- SAP SE (NYSE: SAP)
today announced that the British Standards Institution (BSI) has
certified the processes of SAP regarding data protection and
privacy. SAP is one of the first companies to receive global
certification from BSI for BS 10012:20171 – which
outlines the core requirements companies need to consider when
collecting, storing, processing, retaining or disposing of personal
records related to individuals.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the first major
overhaul of EU-data protection regulations in 20 years. It
harmonizes multiple EU regulations into a single, centralized
standard. These stronger, more uniform rules on data protection
mean individuals have more control over their personal data.
This certification confirms that the certified internal
processes of SAP meet the requirements of BS 10012:2017, which are
in accordance to GDPR. In addition, the certification shows:
- SAP customers will benefit from standardized auditing processes
that are more reliable and can help them reduce costs.
- SAP has a reliable basis for evaluating internal
compliance.
- SAP uses an internationally renowned standard.
- SAP becomes the first user of a certified data protection
management system.
Luka Mucic, Member of the Executive Board of SAP SE and Chief
Financial Officer, said: "At SAP, data protection and privacy is a
top priority. For us it is not a new trend – it is part of our DNA.
Certification by British Standards Institution (BSI) is testimony
that our certified internal processes are ready for the upcoming
GDPR requirements. Our teams are very proud, as this is one of the
highest data protection standards available."
The independent, third-party certification from BSI, the
business standards company that equips businesses with the
necessary solutions to turn standards of best practice into habits
of excellence, is formal recognition that SAP adheres to leading
international standards when it comes to data protection and
privacy. SAP is committed to ensuring compliance with GDPR as a
company by May 25, 2018. SAP is also
supplying technologies and products that help our customers prepare
for the requirements of GDPR.
BSI Chief Executive Officer Howard
Kerr said: "Data protection is a leading concern for
organizations of all sizes and sectors, many of whom manage large
quantities of sensitive data on their employees, customers and
other stakeholders. By achieving this certification, SAP has
demonstrated that they're taking a best-practice approach when
acquiring, storing, processing and sharing personal data and are
committed to building information resilience."
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1 BS 10012:2017 is the British Standard that sets out
the requirements for a personal information management system and
aligns with the principles of the European General Data Protection
Regulation (EU GDPR).
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