Our strategic advice can help your organisation align business processes with the evolving data protection regulation trends. We assist in establishing essential practices and documentation to ensure compliance with data protection and privacy laws, seamlessly integrating these efforts with your overall business objectives.
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WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOUR ORGANISATION
At WLC, we can thoroughly assess your data protection governance framework and ensure your organisation is fully prepared to meet regulatory scrutiny by:
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An Effective Data Protection Governance Framework
Design Your Data Protection Governance Framework
Taking into account your organisation’s strategy and target ambition level, we help construct a data protection governance framework covering key data protection domains. These include domains such as notice and transparency, legal bases for processing, data subject rights, data lifecycle, third party management, and data transfers.
Adopt Your Comprehensive Privacy Policy
We work closely with your organisation to formulate a comprehensive privacy policy that encapsulates your tailored governance framework. This essential document demonstrates your commitment to data protection and outlines the principles, roles, responsibilities, and guidelines that direct your organisation’s data protection practices. Implementing a privacy policy helps raise awareness and promote uniformity in your organisation’s approach to core data protection activities.
Facilitate Development of Domain-Specific Documentation
Our experts support your organisation in the seamless integration of diverse data protection domains by providing customised governance documentation. We supply and tailor policies, procedures, guidelines, checklists, and templates to meet your specific needs, ensuring the effective adoption of the governance framework.
Why
Work with Us
Improved Compliance
We assist you in achieving your target data protection ambition level. We inform and advise on your data protection duties, conduct training, draft policies, develop privacy programmes, and identify privacy gaps within your organisation. We also monitor compliance with data protection obligations and internal processes.
Cross-Discipline Backgrounds
Our data protection experts work with data scientists, engineers, system architects, and security professionals. You can trust our knowledgeable team with extensive experience supporting our clients in performing data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for advanced and high-risk data processing activities.
Immediate Access to Qualified Experts
You will get immediate access to internationally qualified experts (PhD, CIPP/E, CIPM), which means you will comply with all the requirements for professional qualifications specified in data protection legislation. Our resources have supported multi-national companies in the implementation of their global privacy programmes providing them with the experience needed to support any challenges or concerns the organisation may have.
Cross-Industry Knowledge Of Data Protection
Our data protection experts have experience in different sectors, including telco, pharma, banking, ad tech, IT services, and more. With a team of consultants who are experts in data processing with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence. Our data protection experts know how to balance global and local approaches, including issues such as intragroup data sharing or global data breach response processes.
ABOUT US
World-Class Data Protection Consultants
- Global expertise with a local presence in your jurisdiction (EEA, UK, GCC)
- Knowledge supported by extensive operational experience
- Privacy and cybersecurity skills for holistic data protection
- Agile and cost-effective privacy management
MEET OUR TEAM
Our team of certified privacy professionals have a proven track record of delivering privacy frameworks and data protection solutions tailored to specific business needs.
Philip has over 25 years of international experience in the telecommunications / ICT sector. He has steadily built and managed multiple organizations, achieving consistent results and value creation. Furthermore, his knowledge of procurement, supply-chain management, third-party risk management, and partner management, is extensive. Prior to WLC Philip served the Telenor Group for 11 years. Trusted by his peers and handpicked to take charge of global procurement transformation programs, he is known for his capacity to execute. He held multiple Vice-President roles in group procurement and was central in establishing the Telenor Procurement Company. He served Ericsson 13 years in global executive positions in Business Development, Sales Management, and Strategic Product Management.
Prior to WLC, Kevin has 28+ years of experience in IT and information security, from consulting, management, implementation, and operations to shared services. He is well versed with the telecommunications sector during his stint at Telenor Group, held multiple roles in global shared services and business unit operations, with strict security requirements. Other sector experiences include manufacturing, public services, financial services, and eCommerce. His consulting credentials include complex project and technology executions from SAP to Microsoft’s Digital Workplace solutions within Asia, the EU, and the Nordics. As the architect of WLC’s Cybersecurity Maturity Execution (CME) Framework, he works with global, regional, and local security standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework. NIS2 Directive, CIS Controls, etc. Kevin is a certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer (B.S.I.) and INSEAD Strategy Execution Programme Certificate (Distinction).
Merlyn is an experienced privacy professional dedicated to providing clients across various industries with robust data protection solutions. With a strong background in privacy and data protection gained at an international law firm, Merlyn offers valuable expertise in regulatory compliance, data security, governance, and breach response.
At WLC, Merlyn’s insights and extensive knowledge of data protection regulations, including the GDPR, UAE, DIFC, ADGM, and Saudi Arabia Data Protection Law, play a pivotal role in assisting clients in achieving compliance and implementing best practices. As a Certified Privacy Professional (CIPP/E) recognized by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), Merlyn is equipped to guide clients through the complexities of data protection and privacy regulations with precision and clarity.
OUR TEAM IS CERTIFIED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS







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Industry Experience


Telecommunications
Pharma
Cloud Computing
AdTech
Tourism & Hospitality
Insurance
Hardware Manufacturing
Banking
Software Development
Artificial Intelligence

DATA PROTECTION GOVERNANCE SERVICE FAQS
What is a privacy policy, and how is it different from the privacy notice on my website?
A privacy policy is an internal governance document that helps an organisation define its principles, roles, responsibilities, and guidelines for managing data protection internally. In contrast to that, a privacy policy provided to customers and website visitors functions as a transparency notice. It represents just one aspect of the organisation’s broader data protection responsibilities.
Why is a data protection governance framework important for organisations?
Documenting your data protection practices demonstrates your compliance, which is a key requirement under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other privacy laws. This documentation ensures that data protection concerns are managed consistently across your business, which helps reduce operational challenges and prevent critical oversights. Effective data protection governance addresses all critical components necessary for compliance.
Apart from compliance, is there any benefit to investing in data protection governance?
Many organisations struggle with lacking buy-in to data protection-focused activities. This may be a result of data protection historically having been rolled out in the organisation as a compliance requirement and not as a strategic initiative to strengthen the overall market positioning. However, times have changed, and consumers’ expectations towards data protection prompt a different approach – one that is more focused on building trust around the use of data and strong relationships in digital environments. A good data protection governance supports data-driven decision-making, thus giving organisations a competitive advantage.
What standards and methodologies underpin your data protection governance framework?
WLC utilises a customised framework based on the Generally Accepted Privacy Principles (GAPP). This framework aligns with the AICPA Privacy Management Framework and is mapped to ISO and NIST standards. By adopting this approach, WLC ensures it remains in line with globally recognised frameworks while effectively constructing comprehensive privacy governance that addresses data protection, cybersecurity, and training and culture activities.