Data Privacy Policy Template for End-User Technology Leaders

This IDC Perspective provides a data privacy policy responding to client needs for a best practice data privacy governance policy to leverage. It responds to increasing client demand for data privacy policy guidance, leveraging research and real-world insights to accelerate policy implementation. The document emphasizes integrating data privacy policies into broader governance frameworks and provides a structured template to support organizations. Finally, it offers strategic advice for end-user technology leaders to ensure data privacy investments align with governance policies, regulatory standards, and ethical considerations, helping organizations implement data privacy responsibly while fostering innovation. "A well-defined data protection policy framework is essential for organizations to safeguard sensitive information, uphold compliance, and preserve ethical integrity. With the rise of generative AI, the stakes are even higher, as misuse or exposure of data can create significant legal, reputational, and operational risks. By adopting structured policy templates and best practices, organizations can strengthen defenses, ensure responsible data use, and maintain stakeholder trust," says Daniel Saroff, group vice president, Consulting and Research at IDC.