In this paper from the AFCDP, 10 leaders of French companies outline why they appointed a data protection officer. Representatives from insurance, education, government and health care, among others, offer insights into what the DPO role looks like at their organizations, why they feel it's important and what their experiences have been.
Personal Data “Appointing a Privacy Officer Was the Right Decision for Us”

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