Data Privacy Simplified Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

Which services can you get from DPS?

Accepted Answer

You can work with us for data protection and cyber security consultancy, information governance support, training, benchmarking, auditing, and DPO-as-a-Service. We also provide specialist support for schools and sector-specific compliance needs.

Question 2

How can outsourced DPO support help you?

Accepted Answer

It gives you an independent expert who helps you stay on track with UK GDPR. You get support with compliance monitoring, DPIAs, policies, requests, incidents, and regulator contact. It is a practical, cost-effective way to strengthen accountability.

Question 3

Can you act as our DPO even if it's not a legal requirement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While some organisations are not legally required to appoint a DPO, our DPOaaS service still gives you professional assurance and demonstrates accountability to stakeholders.

Question 4

What does your data protection and cyber security consultancy include?

Accepted Answer

We offer bespoke advisory services tailored to your needs, whether a one-off guidance session or a longer-term maturity improvement programme across data protection, information governance, cyber security, and network security.

Question 5

How is your DP and IG training structured and delivered?

Accepted Answer

We develop customised training packages on GDPR and UK GDPR, confidentiality, information rights, specialist information sharing, privacy by design, breach response simulations, Records of Processing Activities, and more. Training can be delivered virtually or in person.

Question 6

What is IG Practitioner Training?

Accepted Answer

It is a BCS-accredited, five-month professional course designed for information governance and data privacy practitioners across sectors such as health, education, finance, and technology, combining self-paced modules with live expert-led sessions.

Question 7

What does your Benchmarking and Auditing service involve?

Accepted Answer

We assess your current data protection and cyber maturity, benchmark it against relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, and provide actionable recommendations to improve and demonstrate compliance.

Question 8

What is DPOaaS for Schools?

Accepted Answer

It is a holistic Information Governance service tailored to the education sector, helping staff, governors and schools use personal data safely and in compliance.

Question 9

Do you offer remote or in-person support?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our services are flexible and can be delivered remotely or in person, depending on your organisation's needs.

Question 10

Who are your typical clients?

Accepted Answer

We work across public and private health and social care, hospitality, leisure, retail, education, charities, and not-for-profit organisations.

Question 11

Do you work with NHS and public sector organisations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We support GPs, ICBs, NHS Trusts, local authorities, and hospices with areas including DSPT, DSARs, FOI, Caldicott principles, data protection, and information governance.

Question 12

What's the difference between a DPO, Caldicott Guardian, and SIRO?

Accepted Answer

A DPO oversees data protection compliance. A Caldicott Guardian supports the ethical and appropriate use of patient information in health and social care. A SIRO manages information risks at a senior level. DPS can provide all three services where required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose Data Privacy Simplified?

How much do your services cost?

What are the benefits of an outsourced DPO?

Do you support NHS DSPT compliance?

Do you provide one-off consultancy projects?

Can you help with Subject Access Requests (SARs)?

Can you help us prepare for an ICO audit?

Can you support our existing Information Governance team?

Can you review our policies and procedures?

Do you undertake cyber risk assessments?

Can you help with data breaches?

Can you conduct a GDPR compliance audit?

Can you support AI governance and AI risk assessments?