DataBench is a leading automated data privacy platform designed to help businesses across Australia and New Zealand navigate their respective privacy and personal data landscapes. Founded in 2018, DataBench was created to address the challenges faced by organizations in complying with new global data privacy regulations. The platform offers fast, compliant, and easy-to-use solutions that automate data mapping and privacy management processes, reducing the need for extra staff and accelerating workflows.

With DataBench, businesses can regain control of their data while fulfilling their legislative obligations. DataBench's innovative approach puts personal data compliance programs back on the boardroom agenda and helps organizations meet their privacy obligations efficiently and effectively.

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Data Privacy Compliance

DataBench offers a wide range of services that help modern businesses navigate the complex landscape of data privacy compliance. Their platform provides Privacy Discovery and Compliance Automation, which helps companies streamline their data mapping and privacy management processes. The solutions offered by DataBench include Advisory services, where their consultants can help build a privacy strategy that takes the stress out of data privacy compliance. The platform also includes Privacy Rights Management tools that enable companies to limit the collection and processing of data to what is necessary for the identified purpose. Additionally, the platform offers Cookie Consent and Preference Management solutions, which give consumers full control over consent and communication preferences, helping to build trust with their customers.

DataBench also provides Personal Data Mapping services that can locate any personal data on servers, cloud-based apps, employees' devices, or even in Excel spreadsheets and emails, whether it is structured or unstructured. Finally, their Employee and HR Related Data solutions can help companies manage personal information related to applicants, current and former employees, and contractors by identifying the data's location and offering a mechanism for opt-out and deletion.

Driving Innovation and Customer Focus

David Christmas is the founder of DataBench and has been instrumental in developing the company's vision and strategy. He is actively involved in running the business day-to-day and is passionate about putting the voice of the customer at the heart of everything they do. David brings over 23 years of software experience to the table, having delivered programs of work in various locations such as North America, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Qatar, Dubai, India, and the Middle East.

He has a Microsoft Certified Network Engineer (MCSE) certification and holds Post Graduate Qualifications in Business and Technology from the University of NSW. David's extensive experience in the software industry and his commitment to delivering value to customers have been crucial in the development of DataBench Solutions, which provides cutting-edge privacy management solutions to modern businesses.

Challenges in Data Privacy Compliance 

DataBench faced several challenges when it was first founded. One of the biggest challenges was the complexity of data privacy compliance, which is a constantly evolving landscape. Many businesses struggle to understand the full extent of the applications and systems running across their organization and where personal data sits within their business. Additionally, many companies were addressing privacy legislation with manual solutions, which required significant resources and time, resulting in a high risk of non-compliance.

To overcome these challenges, DataBench developed an automated data privacy platform that enables businesses to automate their privacy management processes and comply with changing privacy legislation. The platform provides solutions such as Privacy Discovery and Compliance Automation, which streamlines data mapping and privacy management processes. The company's consultants can also build a privacy strategy that takes the stress out of data privacy compliance.

Guardians of Privacy

DataBench has a talented and diverse team working behind the scenes to contribute to the success of the company. The team is made up of individuals with a wide range of experience and expertise in the areas of software development, data privacy, consulting, and business strategy. The company's team of consultants works closely with clients to build privacy strategies that take the stress out of data privacy compliance.

They provide expert guidance and support to ensure that clients are able to comply with privacy legislation and protect the personal data of their customers. The software development team is responsible for the development and maintenance of the company's automated data privacy platform, which is the backbone of the company's solutions. They work tirelessly to ensure that the platform is fast, compliant, and easy to use.

Setting Sights on Global Expansion and Tech Innovation 

DataBench has ambitious plans for the future, as the company continues to expand its reach and develop new solutions to meet the evolving needs of its clients. One of the company's key focus areas is to expand its platform's capabilities and increase its coverage of privacy legislation and data mapping globally. This will enable the company to serve more clients in new markets and provide them with fast, compliant, and easy-to-use solutions to help them manage their data privacy. In addition, the company plans to continue to enhance its software development capabilities and invest in new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to further automate its platform's capabilities and provide even greater value to its clients.