Question 1

What does a custom Data Processing Agreement include?

Accepted Answer

Your custom Data Processing Agreement will include:

• Processing scope, instructions, and permitted purposes
• Technical and organisational security measures
• Sub‑processor approval and management provisions
• Data subject rights assistance obligations
• Breach notification procedures and timelines
• Audit rights and compliance verification mechanisms
• Cross‑border data transfer safeguards
• Liability allocation and indemnification frameworks
• Term, termination, and data return/deletion obligations

Each section is tailored specifically to your processing activities, data types, and risk profile.

Question 2

What is the delivery timeline and process?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery is 3 business days from when we receive your completed questionnaire.

The process:
1. You complete checkout and provide any initial context
2. We email you a detailed questionnaire about processing activities
3. An Australian privacy lawyer drafts your custom DPA
4. You receive the draft for review
5. One round of amendments is included
6. Final agreement delivered in Word and PDF formats

Express delivery (1 business day) is available for an additional fee.

Question 3

Who drafts the agreement?

Accepted Answer

Your Data Processing Agreement is drafted by licensed Australian lawyers with expertise in privacy and data protection law.

Our team has experience with:
• Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles
• GDPR and international data transfer mechanisms
• Industry‑specific compliance requirements (healthcare, finance, technology)
• Cloud services and SaaS vendor arrangements
• Sub‑processor and supply chain data flows

Question 4

How do you gather the required information?

Accepted Answer

After checkout, we send you an AI‑powered questionnaire that asks about:

• The parties involved (data controller/processor roles)
• Types of personal information being processed
• Processing purposes and activities
• Data storage locations and security measures
• Sub‑processor arrangements
• Cross‑border transfer requirements
• Retention periods and deletion procedures
• Industry‑specific compliance needs

The questionnaire is designed to gather comprehensive information efficiently, typically taking 15‑20 minutes to complete.

Question 5

Are revisions included?

Accepted Answer

Yes, one round of amendments is included in the base price.

This covers:
• Clarifying processing instructions
• Adjusting security measure descriptions
• Refining sub‑processor provisions
• Updating liability and indemnification clauses
• Modifying termination and data return procedures

Additional revision rounds can be purchased if needed. Our goal is to deliver an agreement that accurately reflects your data processing relationship.

Question 6

Can I speak with a solicitor about my agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While the base service includes email support for questions and clarifications, you can add a 30‑minute consultation for detailed discussion of:

• Processing risk assessment
• Security measure adequacy
• International transfer mechanisms
• Sub‑processor approval processes
• Negotiation strategies with vendors/clients

Consultations can be added during checkout or requested after receiving your draft.

Question 7

What makes this different from a DPA template?

Accepted Answer

Unlike generic templates, your custom Data Processing Agreement is:

• Tailored to your specific data types and processing activities
• Aligned with your actual security measures and capabilities
• Appropriate for your industry and risk profile
• Drafted with your vendor/client relationship context in mind
• Compliant with current Australian privacy laws
• Reviewed by a qualified Australian lawyer before delivery

Templates often contain placeholder text, inappropriate provisions, or outdated compliance language that can create ambiguity or compliance gaps.

Question 8

Does it cover GDPR compliance for international transfers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you process personal data that originated in the EU or UK, we include:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable
• Supplementary measures for international transfers
• Data localisation and storage provisions
• EU/UK data subject rights procedures
• GDPR‑compliant breach notification timelines
• Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) cooperation clauses

Just indicate in the questionnaire that you need GDPR coverage.

Question 9

Is this compliant with the Privacy Act and Australian Privacy Principles?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Data Processing Agreement is drafted to comply with:

• Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
• Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), particularly APP 8 (cross‑border disclosure) and APP 11 (security)
• Notifiable Data Breaches scheme requirements
• Industry codes and standards where applicable
• State and territory privacy legislation where relevant

We stay current with Australian privacy law developments and regulatory guidance from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Question 10

What if my processing arrangements change in the future?

Accepted Answer

Your DPA will include amendment provisions that allow for updates to:

• Processing scope and purposes (with approval mechanisms)
• Security measures (as technology evolves)
• Sub‑processor lists (with notification requirements)
• Data storage locations

If you need a significant revision to reflect changed circumstances, we offer discounted amendment services for existing clients. Many clients also use our annual compliance review service to ensure their DPA remains current.

Question 11

Do you provide guidance on implementing the agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your delivery package includes:

• Signing instructions and execution guidance
• Explanation of key obligations for each party
• Checklist of security measures referenced in the DPA
• Sub‑processor management process outline
• Breach notification procedure summary
• Recommendations for record‑keeping and compliance monitoring

This guidance helps ensure smooth implementation and ongoing compliance with the agreement's terms.

Question 12

What happens after I receive the agreement?

Accepted Answer

After delivery:

1. Review the draft and request any amendments (one round included)
2. We finalise and deliver the final version in Word and PDF
3. You execute the agreement with your vendor/client
4. Implement the procedures and security measures specified
5. Maintain compliance records as outlined in our guidance

We remain available for questions during implementation. Many clients also engage us for compliance reviews, template adaptation for multiple vendors, or ongoing advisory services.

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