Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance · Core

Data mapping

Also called: data-flow mapping

ELI5

Documenting what personal data an organisation holds, where it flows and why it is used.

Used in conversation

“The team needs one controlled copy of data mapping, with an owner and date.”

Pitch context

You will see “Data mapping” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance.

Why it matters: In privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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