IT Governance | DPO as a Service

What’s included in DPO as a Service?

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STEP 01

Our team will get to know you to understand your compliance issues, assign a DPO with appropriate experience for as many hours as you need.

STEP 02

Your DPO will be your single point of contact. They’ll work for you and drive your data protection strategy, acting for you including:

A dedicated DPO, with unlimited phone and email support during UK business hours
Registration with the appropriate supervisory authority
Annual compliance audit with remediation action plan
Legal review of your GDPR documentation
Support creating your record of processing activities (Article 30)
Expert guidance on DPIAs, DSARs, breach monitoring and reporting
Monthly activity updates and quarterly management reporting

STEP 03

We’ll continue to serve as your DPO, with flexible scaling to give you as many hours as you need each month.

Why choose IT Governance?

Bespoke consultancy, tailored to your business

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our consultants take the time to understand your organisation's structure, risk profile and compliance challenges – delivering practical, actionable advice that aligns with your business goals.

Expert guidance from leading specialists

Our team includes seasoned data protection practitioners, lawyers and barristers who stay ahead of changing regulations and case law. We help you interpret legal requirements, reduce risk and embed best practices with confidence.

Access to a full suite of compliance solutions

We go beyond consultancy, offering a full suite of services across privacy, information security and cyber security. From training and software to managed services, we support your long-term compliance strategy end to end.

The benefits of DPO as a Service

Full-service data protection

Your DPO will act on your behalf to ensure GDPR compliance is under control.

Cost-efficient

Get practical advice from a qualified DPO without the host of a full-time hire.

Flexible support

Scale your support flexibly to get what you need, when you need it.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Why use an outsourced data protection officer instead of hiring in-house?

You get expert advice and flexibility at a fraction of the cost of a full-time DPO.

What does the data protection officer service include?

Your DPO handles audits, policies, breach management, DSARs, and acts as your point of contact with regulators.

How does GDPR compliance officer support work in practice?

You’ll have a dedicated DPO providing expert guidance, regular updates, and ongoing compliance support.

Ready to start your data protection journey?

Our team of data protection specialists is ready to guide you every step of the way.

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