In today’s data-driven world, organisations must ensure compliance with GDPR by maintaining an up-to-date Record of Processing Activities (ROPA). This full-day training course provides a comprehensive understanding of ROPA requirements under Article 30 of the GDPR, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively document, manage, and audit data processing activities. Through a mix of expert-led presentations, interactive workshops, and real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to build a compliant ROPA, identify key processing risks, and align records with regulatory expectations. By the end of the session, participants will be able to confidently maintain a ROPA, avoid common compliance pitfalls, and enhance their organisation’s data protection framework.

All attendees will receive a full course pack to refer to and will have the benefit of learning from a trainer with a wealth of experience in this area.

Topics

Introduction to ROPA and GDPR Compliance

• Overview of Article 30 of GDPR
• Key principles of data processing accountability
• Who needs to maintain a ROPA and why?
• The importance of ROPA for audits & regulatory compliance

Building & Maintaining a ROPA

• Core components of ROPA (e.g., processing activities, categories of data subjects, data flows)
• Mapping data processing activities
• Identifying data controllers vs. processors
• Handling third-party data transfers
• Live demo: Reviewing a sample ROPA

Practical Workshop: Creating a ROPA

• Hands-on session:
  
  • Identifying processing activities
  • Recording purposes & lawful bases
  • Mapping data flows using templates/tools
  • Discussion on real-world challenges

Common Pitfalls & Best Practices

• Mistakes to avoid when maintaining a ROPA
• How to ensure ROPA remains up to date
• Aligning ROPA with DPIAs (Data Protection Impact Assessments)
• Industry best practices

Auditing & Compliance Checks

• How regulators assess ROPA compliance
• Internal audits & self-assessments
• Using automation tools for compliance
• Case study: ROPA failures and enforcement actions

‍Who Should Attend

This course will be very beneficial to anyone who processes records and data including Data protection offices, DPO’s, Legal officers, compliance teams, privacy experts, IT, Governance, operations managers, Risk and auditors to name just a few.

Certification

On completion of this one-day training course, you will receive your Certificate of Attendance. Please note certificates are issued at the close of the training course to participants on completion of the course.

This course may qualify for CPD points. Please check directly with your association or awarding body to see how many points they will award.

Cost

An ‘Early Bird’ discounted rate of €499 is currently available. This training course normal rate is €599. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

The course cost includes all course documentation and Certificate of Attendance.