GDPR and nLPD
At Katana, we apply European and Swiss data protection regulations to the highest standards.
GDPR and nLPD
At Katana, we apply European and Swiss data protection regulations to the highest standards.
Your data is confidential. So is its destruction.
Our goal is to help you remain compliant with the GDPR (EU) and the nLPD (CH) throughout the entire lifecycle of your documents.
The GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation
Introduced in 2018, the GDPR requires any organisation processing personal data (clients, employees, patients, etc.) to ensure its security, confidentiality and compliant disposal.
This regulation:
Strengthens individuals’ rights
(access, rectification, erasure, portability, etc.)
Redefines the concept of “personal data”
including digital identifiers (IP address, cookies, etc.
Holds companies accountable
through self-monitoring, record-keeping and impact assessments
Provides for significant penalties
of up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover
Failure to comply with the GDPR can result in severe financial penalties.
The nLPD – New Federal Act on Data Protection (CH)
Since September 2023, the new Swiss Data Protection Act (nLPD) has strengthened data protection requirements and aligns closely with the principles of the GDPR.
It applies to all Swiss companies processing personal data, regardless of their sector or size.
Key obligations include:
- Minimisation of collected data
- Maintaining a record of processing activities
- Informing data subjects
- Secure destruction of data at the end of its lifecycle
What is considered “personal data”?
Any information that directly or indirectly identifies a natural person:
First name, last name, personal details
Social security number, bank details
Email address, phone number
HR files, payslips
Health or financial data
IP addresses
How Katana helps you stay compliant
Katana propose des solutions de destruction qui répondent pleinement aux exigences du RGPD et de la nLPD :
Immediate on-site destruction
with no transfer
Sealed
containers
for secure storage
Full
traceability
GPS tracking and reporting
Destruction and recycling certificates
available on request
Secure document scanning
with destruction of originals
Certified digital destruction
(erasure, shredding or recycling)
Need advice on the compliance of your processes?
Our team supports you in auditing your workflows and defining the most appropriate destruction solution based on your regulatory obligations.