PDPA Readiness Assessment
Comprehensive Assessment
46 questions across 9 key compliance areas
DPO Requirement Check
Determine if you must appoint a Data Protection Officer
Gap Analysis
Identify compliance gaps with prioritized recommendations
Actionable Roadmap
Get a phased compliance implementation plan
Key Changes in PDPA 2024
New Requirements
- •Mandatory appointment of Data Protection Officer (DPO) for qualifying organizations
- •Expanded definition of sensitive personal data
- •Mandatory data breach notification within 72 hours
- •Removal of whitelist regime for cross-border transfers
Implementation Timeline
- •Phase 1: 1 January 2025 - Core amendments take effect
- •Phase 2: 1 April 2025 - Enhanced requirements
- •Phase 3: 1 June 2025 - Full implementation
Why You Can't Delay Appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Handling personal data comes with real responsibilities. Not just because the law says so, but because your clients, partners, and teams are trusting you to protect what matters.
Who Must Appoint a DPO
- Process data of 20,000 individuals
- Handle >10,000 sensitive records
- Conduct regular/systematic monitoring
If You Don't Appoint a DPO
- Fines up to RM250,000
- Directors face up to 2 years in jail
- Business trust and reputation at risk