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Data Localisation Audit

Ensuring Compliance with RBI/NPCI Guidelines to Restrict Data within Geographical Territory

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Data localization audit as per (RBI/2017-18/153, DPSS.CO.OD No.2785/06.08.005/2017-18) & NPCI Circular – System Audit Report (SAR) submissions on Data Localization (NPCI/UPI/OC-87/2020-21) is a process of reviewing and assessing the compliance of a company with the data localization requirements under applicable data protection laws.

Data localization refers to the requirement that personal data collected or processed within the country and region must be stored and processed within the same country and region.

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A data localization audit can help companies in several ways:


  • Ensure compliance with data localization laws and regulations
  • Identify and mitigate potential data privacy risks
  • Enhance data security and protect personal information
  • Build trust and confidence with customers and stakeholders
  • Improve data management practices and streamline operations

Conducting Data Localization Audits for Compliance with Data Protection Laws:

  • Compliance Assessment: CyberCube can conduct an initial assessment to determine if a company is complying with data localization requirements and identify areas of improvement.
  • Data Mapping: CyberCube can help companies identify where personal data is stored, processed, and transferred, which is a crucial step in assessing data localization compliance.
  • Risk Assessment: CyberCube can conduct a risk assessment to identify potential security and compliance risks and provide recommendations to mitigate those risks.
  • Policy Development: CyberCube can assist in developing and implementing data localization policies and procedures that meet legal requirements and best practices.
  • Training: CyberCube can provide training to employees on data localization compliance and best practices for managing personal data.
  • Monitoring: CyberCube can provide ongoing monitoring and reporting to ensure that a company's data localization practices continue to comply with changing regulations.

A data localization audit can provide several benefits to companies, including:

  • Compliance: A data localization audit can help companies ensure that they are complying with data protection laws and regulations related to data localization, such as the GDPR or PDPB.
  • Risk Management: A data localization audit can identify potential compliance and security risks associated with data localization and provide recommendations for mitigating those risks.
  • Improved Data Security: A data localization audit can help companies improve their data security practices by identifying gaps in their security controls and providing recommendations for improving them.
  • Improved Customer Trust: A data localization audit can demonstrate to customers that a company takes data privacy and security seriously, which can help build trust and strengthen relationships.
  • Cost Savings: A data localization audit can help companies identify areas where they can optimize their data storage and processing practices, potentially reducing costs associated with managing data.
  • Competitive Advantage: By demonstrating compliance with data localization requirements and best practices, companies can gain a competitive advantage and differentiate themselves from competitors.

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