A Framework for Managing Privacy-Enhancing Technology

The changing global business environment and continued introduction of new technologies are significantly affecting organizations´ privacy practices. In this environment, privacy-enhancing technology (PET) often becomes a key to protecting personal information. A considerable amount of literature has discussed PET technologies and their benefits. However, the lack of clear organizational accountability can become a roadblock to effectively designing and implementing PET solutions. For organizations that don´t employ these solutions, the result is increased regulatory and privacy risk and potential costs related to privacy breaches. Establishing a multidisciplinary privacy committee with clear roles and responsibilities assigned to various members is a possible approach to help address accountability.