Data Protection & Privacy Services

Your privacy partner in a connected world

Data Privacy

Who We Are

At BDO, we understand the importance of protecting personal data and are committed to helping clients implement robust privacy programs and comply with relevant data protection laws and standards. 

We have supported clients across sectors and regions, including Mauritius, Seychelles, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Botswana, and Réunion Island. Our data protection services are designed to strengthen your compliance posture, mitigate risk, and build stakeholder trust. 

What sets us apart: 

  • Practical support 

  • Regional experience 

  • Privacy programmes that work 

Core Services

Data Protection Remediation & Implementation Roadmap

We guide your organisation through the full journey of privacy compliance: 

  • Gap Analysis:Initial assessment of compliance with the Mauritius DPA, GDPR, and relevant privacy standards.
  • Policies & Procedures:Drafting orupdating ofkey documents, including data privacy policy,privacy notices, data subject rights request procedure, and data breach response plan, among others.
  • Implementation:Ongoing support with our Implementation Tracker Tool and stakeholder follow-ups.

02. Outsourced DPO / DPO Support

We provide flexible DPO services for full outsourcing or support to your designated officer: 

  • Monitoring compliance and advising on the relevant data protection law
  • Drafting and reviewing privacy policies, procedures, and contracts
  • Managedata subject rights requests and data breach notifications
  • Consent managementassistance
  • Processor selectionassistance
  • Review and update of the Record of Processing Operations (RPO)
  • DPIA support for high-risk processing activities
  • Training and awareness
  • Conducting internal privacy audits

03. Data Protection Audits

We conduct a comprehensive review to test the design and operational effectiveness of your data protection framework: 

  • Evaluation of existing policies, practices, and systems
  • Testing of privacy controls in practice
  • Detailed audit reports with practical recommendations

04. Data Breach Preparedness

Prepare for the unexpected – we simulate data breach scenarios to prepare your team for real-world events through: 

  • Tabletop breach simulations
  • Incident response evaluation
  • Post-exercise reporting and training

05. Data Protection by Design and by Default

We help you embed privacy controls at every stage of a system’s lifecycle: 

  • Systematic incorporation of privacy principles into systems and processes
  • Collaboration with development teams from design to deployment
  • Ensures compliance with the applicable data protection law

06. ISO 27701 Implementation

We assist you in designing and implementing a customised ISO 27701-compliant framework. Our support includes: 

  • Gap assessment against ISO 27701 requirements
  • Development of privacy-specific policies and controls
  • Preparation for certification audits
  • Assistanceduring the certification process

07. Access Rights Review

We offer a tailored approach to meet the unique needs of organisations. We verify user access rights and provide a detailed report of our findings. Our team can also build a user access matrix to help your organisation manage and control user access, improving overall system security. 

08. Training & Workshops

We offer a range of practical and interactive training programs designed to build privacy awareness, strengthen compliance, and support role-specific responsibilities.

Our core training offerings include: 

  • Data Protection Awareness (2hrs)
  • Advanced / DPO Training (3.5hrs)
  • Custom sessions for Boards, Auditors, and Staff
  • Modules: Privacy Principles, Privacy Governance, DPIA, Audits, Cross-border Transfers, and Breach Management

Our Privacy Tools

We support our engagements with a suite of proprietary privacy tools: 

Why BDO IT Consulting?

  • Extensive Regional Experience: Trusted by clients across Mauritius, Seychelles, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Botswana, and Réunion Island, amongst others.
  • Sector-Specific Expertise: Financial services, insurance, education, health, logistics, government, and more.
  • Certified Professionals: CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, ISO 27701 Lead Implementer, PECB Certified DPOs, and PECB Certified Trainer.
  • End-to-End Support: From gap assessments and documentation to audits, tools, and training.
  • Practical & Risk-Based: Customised frameworks aligned to business needs and regulatory standards.
  • Global Network, Local Delivery: Benefit from the global BDO brand with on-the-ground understanding.

Trusted Across Sectors

Our data protection services have supported organisations across a diverse range of industries. From financial institutions to educational establishments and manufacturing giants, we have helped clients embed privacy into their operations and meet regulatory obligations. A snapshot of the industries we serve:


Our Certifications

Our team includes legal experts, cybersecurity specialists, risk professionals, and project management consultants. Our privacy experts hold the following certifications:

Would you like to discuss your data protection needs or receive a tailored proposal?

Insights

Key Contacts

Dedicated professionals committed to your unique challenges.

Sylvie Greco

Sylvie Greco

Partner - IT Governance & Consulting
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Deepshi Hujoory

Deepshi Hujoory

Manager - IT Governance & Consulting
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