- 08.07.25
- Reading time: 4 Minuten
DPA inspection made easyHow companies master the data protection jungle with order processing contracts
Author: Dr Markus Hülper, Attorney at Law
Why data processing agreements are a challenge for companies
A data processing agreement regulates the processing of personal data by a service provider on behalf of a company. Sounds simple at first, right? Unfortunately, no. Because in practice, drawing up and reviewing an order processing contract is anything but trivial.
Companies are facing several challenges:
Legal complexity:
The DPA must implement numerous requirements from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). One small mistake and you could face legal consequences such as fines or liability issues.
Technical and organisational measures (TOMs):
What specific data security measures must the service provider take? The TOMs must be tailored precisely to the respective service provider and the type of processing, which requires extensive knowledge of IT security and data protection.
Lack of expertise:
Many companies do not have the internal resources or expertise to create or review GCUs independently. In addition, there are often no clear standards that can be used as a guide.
Complexity through international co-operation:
Especially when service providers are based abroad, questions arise regarding the legal basis for data transfer and the respective country-specific data protection regulations.
So it’s no wonder that companies are often at a loss here. But don’t worry – we are happy to support you!
Customised DPA samples from experts
CLARIUS.LEGAL successfully supports companies in areas such as data protection, compliance and IT law. We know what is important in a legally compliant data processing agreement and offer customised sample DPAs that are perfectly tailored to your needs.
This is how we help you:
Individuelle Anpassung
Wir berücksichtigen Ihre spezifischen technischen und organisatorischen Maßnahmen (TOMs) und integrieren diese passgenau in den Auftragsverarbeitungsvertrag. Dabei legen wir besonderen Wert darauf, dass die Maßnahmen praxisnah und umsetzbar sind.
Rechtssicherheit
Unsere Muster basieren auf den aktuellen gesetzlichen Anforderungen und umfassen alle erforderlichen Regelungen, von der Weisungsbefugnis bis zur Datenrückgabe. Insbesondere achten wir darauf, dass auch Regelungen zu Subunternehmern und Notfallplänen klar definiert sind.
Praxisorientierung
Wir sorgen dafür, dass Ihr Auftragsverarbeitungsvertrag nicht nur rechtssicher, sondern auch verständlich ist – schließlich möchte niemand sich durch seitenlange juristische Bandwurmsätze quälen. Mit klaren Formulierungen und einer übersichtlichen Struktur wird Ihr Auftragsverarbeitungsvertrag ein Werkzeug, mit dem Sie gerne arbeiten.
We also advise you on how the data processing agreement can be seamlessly integrated into your existing data protection processes so that you receive not just a contract, but a holistic solution.
The result? A data processing agreements that is not only legally flawless, but also efficiently supports your compliance requirements and creates trust with your business partners.
External review of data processing agreementsfast, legally compliant and cost-efficient
In addition to the creation of DPAs, many companies are faced with another question: How do you actually check a contract submitted by a service provider? We are also here to help. Based on tried-and-tested processes and with the sensible use of legal tech, we support companies in overcoming their data protection challenges. We analyse your order processing contract and put it through its paces.
You benefit from the following advantages:
Zeitersparnis
Unser Juristinnen und Juristen sind bestens mit den Anforderungen an Auftragsverarbeitungsverträgen vertraut. Daher können sie die Prüfung von Auftragsverarbeitungsverträgen sehr schnell sehr präzise umsetzen.
Rechtssicherheit
Wir prüfen unter Beachtung aller aktuellen gesetzlichen Anforderungen und markieren etwaige Schwachstellen oder fehlende Regelungen - auf Wunsch direkt ergänzt um Alternativvorschläge.
Kosteneffizienz
Durch die externe Prüfung sparen Sie nicht nur Zeit, sondern auch Kosten – und das ohne Abstriche bei der Qualität. Aufgrund unserer erprobten Prozesse können unsere Juristen sehr effizient arbeiten und Sie damit passgenau unterstützen.
Nachvollziehbarkeit
Alle Prüfergebnisse werden übersichtlich dokumentiert, sodass Sie jederzeit nachweisen können, dass Ihre Datenschutzverpflichtungen ordnungsgemäß erfüllt wurden.
Your data protection problems are our motivation
Our service goes beyond the DPA audit: we offer advice and comprehensive tools for data protection management, from documentation to risk assessment. Tools with automatic reminders for upcoming contract reviews or templates for data protection impact assessments make day-to-day data protection easier than ever and optimise collaboration with internal and external data protection officers. You have a centralised overview of all relevant information and can ensure that your company is prepared for audits by supervisory authorities at all times.
Data protection does not have to remain a closed book. With our support, you can master the challenges surrounding data processing agreements in no time at all – whether through customised contract templates or external audits by our specialists. Contact us and find out how we can help you to organise your data protection efficiently and in a legally compliant manner. Together we can shed light on the data protection jungle!
Please contact us for further information.
Your personal contact
Matthias SchulzDirector Sales
- +49 40 257 660 967
- +49 40 257 660 919
- m.schulz@clarius-ds.com
