BS 10012:2017+A1:2018

This standard BS 10012:2017+A1:2018 Data protection. Specification for a personal information management system is classified in these ICS categories:

• 01.140.30 Documents in administration, commerce and industry
• 03.100.99 Other standards related to company organization and management
• 35.020 Information technology (IT) in general

This British Standard specifies requirements for a personal information management system (PIMS), which provides a framework for maintaining and improving compliance with data protection requirements and good practice.

This British Standard is for use by organizations of any size and sector. It is intended to be used by those responsible for planning, establishing, implementing and maintaining a PIMS within an organization. It is intended to provide a common ground for the responsible management of personal information, for providing confidence in its management, and for enabling an effective assessment of compliance with data protection requirements and good practice by both internal and external assessors.