Which of the following is MOST important when developing an organizational data privacy program?

The correct answer is C. Following an established privacy framework. Following an established privacy framework (e.g., NIST Privacy Framework, ISO 27701, GDPR principles) is the most important starting point because frameworks provide a comprehensive, structured, and proven foundation that accounts for all key program elements: governance, risk ma

Privacy Governance

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Options

AObtaining approval from process owners
BProfiling current data use
CFollowing an established privacy framework
DPerforming an inventory of all data

How the community answered

(50 responses)

A
4% (2)
B
2% (1)
C
84% (42)
D
10% (5)

Explanation

Following an established privacy framework (e.g., NIST Privacy Framework, ISO 27701, GDPR principles) is the most important starting point because frameworks provide a comprehensive, structured, and proven foundation that accounts for all key program elements: governance, risk management, controls, and compliance. Building on a recognized framework prevents critical omissions and aligns the program with regulatory expectations and industry best practices. Options A (process owner approval), B (data use profiling), and D (data inventory) are all valid and necessary activities within a privacy program, but they are components or tasks that occur within the framework - not the foundational anchor for the entire program.

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#Privacy program development#Privacy frameworks#Program foundational elements#Organizational privacy

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