Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA)

A Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is a process used by organizations to evaluate how their projects or systems may affect individual privacy. It involves identifying potential risks to personal information and determining how to mitigate those risks. Essentially, a PIA helps ensure that personal data is handled responsibly and compliantly, protecting people's privacy rights. By assessing the impact on privacy early in a project's lifecycle, organizations can make informed decisions and implement necessary safeguards to minimize negative effects on individuals' personal information.