The UAE Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL) is mandatory for organizations processing personal data within or from the UAE. Compliance is not optional—it is a legal and business imperative that requires strict governance, technical controls, and specialized legal knowledge.
FortGrid CS provides end-to-end PDPL Compliance Services. We combine local legal expertise with technical security proficiency to guide your organization through gap analysis, policy development, and the implementation of necessary security controls, ensuring you avoid penalties and build consumer trust.
Unlike established international laws, PDPL introduces specific local requirements for consent, data processing, and cross-border transfers. Organizations struggle to translate the legal text into actionable IT and governance procedures, leading to
We simplify PDPL compliance by delivering a structured, phased methodology that covers both the required documentation and the necessary technical security implementations.
Our methodology is specifically tailored to the requirements of UAE Law No. 45 of 2021, ensuring comprehensive and targeted support.
Conduct a PDPL Gap Analysis against your current posture. Perform Data Discovery and Mapping to identify all Personal Data (PD) assets and processing activities (RoPA).
Draft and implement all mandatory policies (Privacy Notice, Data Subject Rights Policy, Data Breach Notification Policy). Define the role and responsibilities of the DPO.
Guide the implementation of technical controls (e.g., encryption, pseudonymization) required for data security under PDPL. Establish secure mechanisms for cross-border data transfer.
Conduct mandatory training for staff on PDPL obligations. Implement and test Data Subject Request (DSR) response workflows.
Provide Outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) Services. Conduct periodic reviews and re-assessments to maintain compliance with evolving regulations.
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1. Gap Assessment & Data Mapping |
Initial Strategy |
Conduct a PDPL Gap Analysis against your current posture. Perform Data Discovery and Mapping to identify all Personal Data (PD) assets and processing activities (RoPA). |
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2. Policy & Governance Design |
Documentation |
Draft and implement all mandatory policies (Privacy Notice, Data Subject Rights Policy, Data Breach Notification Policy). Define the role and responsibilities of the DPO. |
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3. Technical & Control Implementation |
Security Alignment |
Guide the implementation of technical controls (e.g., encryption, pseudonymization) required for data security under PDPL. Establish secure mechanisms for cross-border data transfer. |
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4. Training & Operationalization |
Readiness |
Conduct mandatory training for staff on PDPL obligations. Implement and test Data Subject Request (DSR) response workflows. |
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5. Continuous Compliance Support |
Maintenance |
Provide Outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) Services. Conduct periodic reviews and re-assessments to maintain compliance with evolving regulations. |
We are one of the few providers that seamlessly combines certified security experts with consultants knowledgeable in UAE Data Law.
Solve your PDPL requirements immediately by leveraging our qualified consultants to serve as your outsourced, dedicated Data Protection Officer.
Our reports provide clear, prioritized steps and policy templates that can be implemented directly by your IT and legal teams.
Secure Your Data, Secure Your Compliance.
