What is Data HK?
Data hk is a tool that helps online businesses understand how their customers are using their websites. It allows them to see what people are searching for, how long they spend on each page, and whether or not the content is meeting their needs. It also provides information about the demographics of their audience and can be used to identify trends and patterns. Tech Data HK has dedicated itself to the communities it serves, providing technology resources to local schools and connecting business professionals through networking events. It has also been involved in several charity and community projects to help those in need.
The PDPO is Hong Kong’s privacy law, and it establishes data subject rights, specific obligations to data controllers, and regulates the collection, processing, holding, and use of personal data through six data protection principles. Its first edition was enacted in 1996, and significant amendments were made in 2012 and 2021. The definition of personal data in the PDPO is consistent with international norms, and it applies to any data that can be used to identify an individual, regardless of whether or not the individual can be identified directly or indirectly.
One important difference between the PDPO and many other data governance frameworks is its jurisdictional scope. Many regimes have some element of extra-territorial application, but the PDPO does not contain any express provisions conferring this effect. The correct test is to consider whether the data user controls all or any part of the data cycle (that is, the collection, holding, processing and use) in, or from, Hong Kong.
As a result, the PDPO only applies to data users who are resident in Hong Kong or who control the collection, holding, processing or use of personal data in, or from, Hong Kong. However, even if the data user does not have any physical presence in Hong Kong, the PDPO may apply to it if it controls all or any of its operations that are necessary for the purposes of complying with the PDPO.
Developing a data governance program requires a team of people who are committed to the success of the initiative. It is critical to define a vision and business case, and to create a plan to implement the necessary policies and technologies to deliver a return on investment. The vision outlines the broad strategic goals, and the business case defines the actual people (roles), technologies and processes. The team should also include a sponsor, steward and steering committee members. The steward role is especially important, as they are the subject matter experts who translate the data governance framework into how it will impact business processes and decisions. They are usually experienced business analysts who can serve as communication bridges between business and IT. They should also be capable of performing ongoing data audits and defining metrics to measure program success and ROI. They are also responsible for escalating issues to the steering committee and executive sponsors.
