Description
In the Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) context, a 'Data Subject' refers to any individual whose personal information is collected, stored, or processed by an organization. This includes a wide range of personal details, such as names, identification numbers, location data, and online identifiers. Data subjects have specific rights under various regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, which grants them control over their data. They can request access to their personal information, demand corrections, and even ask for their data to be deleted. Understanding the rights and protections afforded to data subjects is crucial for organizations to comply with legal standards and to build trust with customers. Companies must have clear policies for data collection, processing, and sharing to ensure that data subjects' rights are respected and upheld, thus minimizing risks associated with data breaches and non-compliance with regulations.
Examples
- A customer who fills out a form on an e-commerce website, providing their name, address, and payment details.
- An employee whose personal information, such as Social Security number and contact details, is stored by their employer.
Additional Information
- Data subjects have the right to be informed about how their data is used and to whom it is disclosed.
- Organizations must implement data protection measures to safeguard the personal information of data subjects.