It refers to an independent, expert advisor mandated by the GDPR (Articles 37-39) to oversee an organization’s data protection strategy, compliance, and policies. DPO monitor GDPR compliance, train staff, conduct audits, and act as the liaison between the organization and supervisory authorities.
The DPO acts as the internal guardian of privacy, ensuring organizations handle personal data lawfully and safely.
- Centre for Information Policy Leadership GDPR Project DPO Paper, 12 September 2016
https://www.garanteprivacy.it/documents/10160/0/Progetto+su+regolamento+UE+del+CIPL - Information Commissioner Office (ICO)
https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/law-enforcement/guide-to-le-processing/accountability-and-governance/data-protection-officers/#:~:text=A%20data%20protection%20officer%20(DPO)%20is%20required,the%20highest%20management%20level%20*%20Operate%20independently
