GDPR ComplianceConsulting
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the world's most comprehensive data privacy framework. Crestpoint Strategic helps organizations navigate GDPR requirements with practical, implementation-focused consulting, from compliance audits and DPIAs to cross-border transfer mechanisms and ongoing advisory.
We build the technical and organizational infrastructure for real GDPR compliance, not just checkbox exercises.
What Is the GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law adopted by the European Union on April 14, 2016, and enforced from May 25, 2018. It replaced the 1995 Data Protection Directive (95/46/EC) and established a unified data protection framework across all EU/EEA member states.
The GDPR applies to any organization, regardless of location, that processes personal data of individuals in the European Economic Area. This extraterritorial scope means companies in the United States, India, or any other country must comply if they offer goods or services to, or monitor the behavior of, EU/EEA residents.
The regulation is built on seven core principles: lawfulness, fairness, and transparency; purpose limitation; data minimization; accuracy; storage limitation; integrity and confidentiality; and accountability. Enforcement is carried out by independent Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) in each member state, coordinated through the European Data Protection Board (EDPB).
GDPR Core Principles
Article 5 of the GDPR establishes seven principles that form the foundation of all data processing activities.
Lawfulness, Fairness & Transparency
Personal data must be processed lawfully, fairly, and in a transparent manner in relation to the data subject.
Purpose Limitation
Data must be collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes and not further processed in a manner incompatible with those purposes.
Data Minimization
Personal data must be adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which it is processed.
Accuracy
Personal data must be accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date. Inaccurate data must be erased or rectified without delay.
Storage Limitation
Data must be kept in a form that permits identification of data subjects for no longer than necessary for the purposes of processing.
Integrity & Confidentiality
Data must be processed in a manner that ensures appropriate security, including protection against unauthorized processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
Accountability
The data controller is responsible for and must be able to demonstrate compliance with all GDPR principles.
Our GDPR Compliance Services
End-to-end consulting to achieve and maintain compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation.
GDPR Compliance Audit
Comprehensive assessment of data processing activities against GDPR requirements, covering lawful bases, data subject rights, cross-border transfers, and accountability obligations.
Consent & Legal Basis Framework
Design of consent collection mechanisms, legitimate interest assessments, and legal basis documentation aligned with GDPR's lawfulness requirements under Article 6.
Records of Processing Activities
Creation and maintenance of Article 30 records documenting all processing activities, including purposes, data categories, recipients, retention periods, and technical/organizational measures.
Data Protection Impact Assessment
Structured DPIAs for high-risk processing activities as required under Article 35, including risk identification, necessity/proportionality assessment, and mitigation measures.
Data Subject Rights Implementation
Systems and workflows to handle access, rectification, erasure (right to be forgotten), restriction, portability, and objection requests within GDPR-mandated timelines.
Cross-Border Transfer Mechanisms
Implementation of lawful international data transfer mechanisms including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), adequacy decisions, Binding Corporate Rules, and Transfer Impact Assessments.
Breach Notification Procedures
Design of incident response frameworks including 72-hour supervisory authority notification procedures, data subject communication protocols, and breach documentation requirements.
DPO Advisory & Ongoing Support
Data Protection Officer advisory services, periodic compliance reviews, regulatory monitoring, and readiness assessments for supervisory authority audits.
GDPR Penalties & Enforcement
Up to €10M or 2% of global turnover
Lower-tier: Violations of obligations for controllers/processors, certification bodies, and monitoring bodies (Articles 8, 11, 25 to 39, 42, 43).
Up to €20M or 4% of global turnover
Upper-tier: Violations of data processing principles, consent conditions, data subject rights, and international transfer provisions.
Notable fines include Amazon (€746M), Meta/WhatsApp (€405M), and Meta/Instagram (€405M). Enforcement continues to accelerate across all member states.
Why Choose Crestpoint Strategic for GDPR Compliance
Practitioner-led consulting with hands-on experience building privacy-first data architectures
Deep expertise in consent management, cross-border transfer mechanisms, and privacy engineering
Cross-industry experience across SaaS, e-commerce, healthtech, fintech, and enterprise software
Implementation-focused: we build the technical infrastructure, not just the policy documents
Integrated approach combining analytics architecture, martech systems, and GDPR compliance
Ongoing advisory for evolving EDPB guidance, DPA enforcement trends, and regulatory changes
Frequently Asked Questions About GDPR
What is the GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data privacy regulation enacted by the European Union that came into effect on May 25, 2018. It regulates how organizations collect, store, process, and share personal data of individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA). The GDPR replaced the 1995 Data Protection Directive and applies to any organization worldwide that processes personal data of EU/EEA residents.
Who does the GDPR apply to?
The GDPR applies to: (1) organizations established in the EU/EEA that process personal data, regardless of where the processing takes place; and (2) organizations outside the EU/EEA that offer goods or services to, or monitor the behavior of, individuals in the EU/EEA. This extraterritorial scope means companies worldwide may need to comply if they serve EU customers.
What are the penalties for GDPR non-compliance?
GDPR prescribes a two-tier penalty structure. Lower-level infringements can result in fines up to €10 million or 2% of global annual turnover (whichever is higher). Upper-level infringements, including violations of data processing principles, consent conditions, and data subject rights, can result in fines up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover (whichever is higher).
What are the lawful bases for processing under GDPR?
Article 6 of the GDPR establishes six lawful bases for processing personal data: (1) Consent, (2) Contract performance, (3) Legal obligation, (4) Vital interests, (5) Public task, and (6) Legitimate interests. Organizations must identify and document an appropriate lawful basis before processing personal data.
What is a Data Protection Officer (DPO)?
A DPO is an independent role required under GDPR for organizations that: (1) are public authorities, (2) carry out large-scale systematic monitoring of individuals, or (3) process special categories of data on a large scale. The DPO advises on GDPR obligations, monitors compliance, cooperates with supervisory authorities, and serves as a contact point for data subjects.
What is a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)?
A DPIA is a risk assessment process required under Article 35 of the GDPR when processing is likely to result in a high risk to individuals' rights and freedoms. This includes large-scale processing of special categories of data, systematic monitoring of public areas, and automated decision-making including profiling. The DPIA must describe the processing, assess necessity and proportionality, and identify measures to address risks.