Safeguarding Data Privacy in KSA - Leveraging SAP to navigate NDMO’s Regulations in Digital Era

[Zainab_ASalam]

Blog v1.0  |  Published On: 28 March 2024

Authors: @asadkhan02 , @AyeshaSafeer , @Zainab_ASalam 

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In today's digital era, data privacy is a crucial issue for both individuals and organizations. The Saudi National Data Management Office (NDMO), in partnership with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), has introduced stringent Data Governance and Personal Data Protection Standards. These regulations mandate all organizations operating across various industries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia comply by September 2024.

Failure to comply with these regulations can result in hefty financial fines reaching SAR 3 million or higher in some cases, reputational damage, legal consequences, and loss of trust among customers and partners.

To ensure compliance with these new regulations, organizations are encouraged to implement processes aligned with the 15 domains outlined by the NDMO for Data Governance and Personal Data Protection Standards. Leveraging technology as an enabler, organizations can implement robust data privacy measures and effectively meet these requirements.

Top 5 Areas part of 15 Domains outlined by NDMO for Data Governance and Personal Data Protection Standards

SAP, a global leader in enterprise software, provides advanced technologies with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities that provide a solid foundation for organizations to implement data governance and personal data protection processes. SAP solutions enable Saudi organizations to efficiently navigate and fulfill regulatory requirements:

By implementing SAP solutions, Saudi organizations can empower their data privacy practices, mitigate compliance risks, and build trust among stakeholders. SAP technologies uphold data integrity, safeguard personal information, offer the framework for regulatory compliance implementation, and adapt to the demands of the digital age.

As a team at SAP, we are committed to supporting organizations in achieving their regulatory compliance initiatives. We invite you to take the next step by exploring how our technologies and solutions can assist you on this journey.

Contact us today to learn more about how SAP can help you navigate the complex landscape of data privacy regulations in Saudi Arabia and ensure compliance.