Gartner Research

'Privacy by Design' Helps MPAC Deliver Real Business Value

Published: 17 September 2013

ID: G00247930

Analyst(s): Carsten Casper

Summary

IT leaders who embrace "privacy by design" in technology architectures can transform compliance efforts into competitive business advantage. Ontario's Municipal Property Assessment Corp. used privacy-by-design principles and reduced the time to resolve property value disputes by 30%.

Table Of Contents
  • Key Challenges

Introduction

Analysis

  • Apply Privacy-by-Design Principles
    • Be Proactive, Not Reactive
    • Enforce Privacy as a Default Setting
    • Embed Privacy Into Design
    • Enable Full Functionality
    • Require End-to-End Security
    • Provide Full Visibility and Transparency
    • Employ Deep Respect for User Privacy
  • Highlight the Business Value of Privacy
  • Ensure Privacy by Design Evolves Beyond the Design Phase, Because Operational Issues Will Arise in the Future
    • Ensure In-Memory Processing Is Scalable When the Demand for Data Grows
    • Employ Tools for the Analysis of Big Data; the Deidentification of Individuals Cannot Be Taken for Granted and Will Affect the IT Architecture
    • Be Prepared to Adjust Your Provider's Plans If It Expands Internationally and Becomes Subject to U.S. Legislation
  • Conclusions

Recommended Reading

©2021 Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Gartner is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and its affiliates. This publication may not be reproduced or distributed in any form without Gartner’s prior written permission. It consists of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization, which should not be construed as statements of fact. While the information contained in this publication has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, Gartner disclaims all warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of such information. Although Gartner research may address legal and financial issues, Gartner does not provide legal or investment advice and its research should not be construed or used as such. Your access and use of this publication are governed by Gartner’s Usage Policy. Gartner prides itself on its reputation for independence and objectivity. Its research is produced independently by its research organization without input or influence from any third party. For further information, see Guiding Principles on Independence and Objectivity.

Already have a Gartner Account?

Log In

Purchase this Document

To purchase this document, you will need to register or sign in above

Register Now

Become a client

Learn how to access this content as a Gartner client.