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Identify Processing Activies
A comprehensive list of all the processing activities your organization undertakes
Assess the Risks
Determine the potential risks and impacts associated with each processing activity
Document the ROPA
Document all of the information gathered in the first two steps and ensure that it is available to data protection authorities upon request
Maintain and Update
The ROPA is a living document and should be updated regularly to reflect changes in processing activities, risks, or legal requirements