The DPDP Audit Tool
Compliance for HR Heads & CHROs
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HR Heads & CHROs
Liability Check
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HR departments are DPDP's blind spot. Employee data — payroll, medical, performance reviews — is personal data requiring formal consent and safeguards.
Why HR Heads & CHROs is at Risk
Most HR departments still operate as if employee data is 'company property'. Under DPDP 2023, it's not. Every employee is a Data Principal. Their salary slips, medical insurance claims, performance appraisals, and even exit interview notes are personal data. You need consent, security safeguards, and a clear retention policy.
Common Violations
- 1.Sharing employee medical data with insurance brokers without specific consent.
- 2.HR managers accessing performance data of employees outside their reporting line.
- 3.Retaining ex-employee data (resumes, ID proofs) indefinitely after separation.
The Immediate Fix
Update **Employee Privacy Notices** and contracts to include DPDP clauses. Implement RBAC in your HRMS — restrict access by role. Set a 2-year retention limit for ex-employee data (unless legally required longer).
Projected Compliance Deadline: Immediate