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GICinno Privacy Policy Commitment
GICinno (Global IT Consultancy for Innovations), along with its direct and indirect subsidiaries as well as foreign branch offices which together comprise “GICinno”), is committed to meeting legal and regulatory requirements regarding data protection and privacy where it conducts its business activities. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) defines the minimum standards with respect to GICinno collecting, processing, or otherwise using personal data, including information that may be considered as sensitive Personal Data (“Personal Data”) about individuals including GICinno associates, business contacts, customers or vendors (“Individuals”).
Where GICinno controls other company entities, such other companies will be required to abide by the principles set in this Policy.
PRIVACY PRINCIPLES
GICinno will handle Personal Data in accordance with the following principles. GICinno ensures that its business partners and vendors comply with the principles of this Policy and applicable legal and regulatory compliance standards through appropriate contractual agreements.
Lawfulness of Processing
GICinno will collect, store, process, use, share, transfer, analyze or otherwise handle (“Process” or “Processing”) Personal Data in accordance with applicable legal requirements for legitimate business or compliance purpose or if individuals have provided consent to the Processing or any relevant basis as defined by the applicable laws or regulations.
Limit Collection and processing
GICinno will limit the Processing of Personal Data in terms of scope and duration, as is necessary for the intended purpose.
Transparency
In accordance with applicable legal requirements, GICinno will provide information to individuals that explains the scope and purpose of Processing, and whom to contact to seek clarifications about privacy or data protection.
Accuracy
GICinno will take all necessary measures, as required by applicable laws and regulations, to ensure that Personal Data processed are accurate for the intended purpose. Any inaccurate personal data, in the context of the purposes for which they are processed, will either be erased or rectified without delay. Accuracy of data may be subject to the data subject’s duty to notify and/or utilise the options as outlined in Privacy Notices.
Security and Confidentiality
GICinno aims to protect the security and confidentiality of individuals’ Personal Data and implement physical, technical and organizational measures against accidental, unlawful or unauthorized destruction, loss, alteration, disclosure or access. GICinno will ensure measures are appropriate to the risks represented by the Processing it carries out and the nature of those Personal Data.
Privacy by Design
GICinno incorporates the principles of Privacy by Design into all of its personal data processes executed using digital systems, technologies or manually. By default, privacy requirements are embedded into every standard, protocol and process followed by GICinno.
Disclosure
GICinno discloses, when required/asked, personal data to third parties only for the purposes identified in the privacy notice, with the consent of the individual, or as required for lawful purposes. Third parties refer to public authorities, Law Enforcement Agencies and similar authorities.
DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
In accordance with applicable legal requirements, GICinno will provide opportunity to exercise data subject rights, which are available to the individuals in the context of their engagement with GICinno. Such rights may include the right to request access to their Personal Data, to correct inaccurate or incomplete Personal Data or to object to the Processing of their Personal Data. Each Data Subject Request is validated and tracked to closure. As per the applicable law, and the engagement of data subject with GICinno, there might be other rights available such as right to be forgotten, right to withdraw consent, right to data portability, etc. GICinno will ensure its compliance and deploy all required measures to help data subjects exercise their rights granted.
INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
GICinno operates on a global level and from time to time it may be required to transfer Personal Data across countries. GICinno recognizes that Personal Data needs to be treated with care, including data transfer to countries, which may not have adequate data protection laws. If GICinno transfers Personal Data to such countries, it will protect these Personal Data as set out in this Policy and in accordance with the requirements of applicable law.
DATA RETENTION
GICinno will observe retention policies and procedures so that it deletes Personal Data after a reasonable time and the purposes are met. Exception applies if in the context of those purposes, it is necessary to keep the Personal Data indefinitely, or a law requires the Personal Data to be kept for a certain time. When GICinno no longer needs to keep Personal Data for the purposes, for which they are held, it will delete them as soon as practicable.
JURSIDICTION-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION
National data protection and privacy laws may impose additional requirements on GICinno for the Processing of Personal Data. Where required, GICinno will establish procedures and guidelines in order to supplement the principles of this Policy and engage with relevant regulatory/ supervisory authority, as required.
PRIVACY ORGANIZATION AND CONTACT
GICinno has set up a global Privacy Function, which is headed by the Head – Global Privacy Office of GICinno, and which is tasked with overseeing and implementing privacy and applicable data protection requirements. Specific data protection or privacy functions and roles may be added for individual countries or geographies. GICinno also appoints Data Protection Officers (or comparable function), where required by applicable laws. The privacy function is also responsible for deploying training and awareness programs and supporting the implementation of privacy principles into GICinno business operations and processes. If you have questions about this Policy, please direct them to the contact details provided at email@gicinno.com.
DATA BREACH REPORTING
All known or suspected incidents involving Personal Data must be reported immediately upon discovery. This includes incidents notified to GICinno by any GICinno associate, client, third party service provider or other business partner. GICinno will provide education and awareness to its workforce regarding the procedures for reporting a suspected or confirmed incident. Each incident is investigated and tracked to closure. If the investigation leads to the conclusion that an illegal, improper or unethical act has been committed, appropriate disciplinary or corrective action will be initiated against the offender as per GICinno’ policy and legal provisions.
IMPLEMENTATION
GICinno has internal arrangements in place to communicate, ensure and verify compliance with this Policy, to protect data, allow effective exercise of individuals’ rights set out in this Policy and under applicable law, and to deal with any concerns from individuals or regulatory bodies that GICinno may not have complied with the Policy and/or applicable law. All individuals can leverage these arrangements and/or exercise their rights by contacting their local Data Protection Officer.
CHANGES TO THE POLICY
GICinno may update this Policy from time to time and without prior notice to individuals to reflect changes in law or privacy practices. If you have questions about this Policy, please direct them to the Head – Global Privacy Office or to the respective local Data Protection Officer, contact details of whom can be referred at email@gicinno.com.
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Global IT Consultancy for Innovations (“GICinno,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data handled through our website, services, events, communications and business operations.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain and protect personal data, as well as the choices and rights available to individuals under applicable data-protection laws.
Scope
This Policy applies to personal data we process in connection with:
- The GICinno website, including gicinno.com
- Requests for information, demonstrations, proposals or consultations
- Client, supplier and business-partner interactions
- Events, webinars, newsletters and marketing communications
- Employment and recruitment activities
- Delivery, support and improvement of our services
This Policy does not necessarily apply to personal data processed by GICinno solely on behalf of a client under a separate client agreement. In those circumstances, the client’s privacy notice and contractual terms may govern the processing.
Personal Data We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:
- Identity and contact information: Name, organization, job title, business address, email address, telephone number and similar details.
- Professional information: Employer, industry, role, areas of interest and professional background.
- Inquiry and communication information: Messages, requests, feedback, meeting details and correspondence.
- Technical and usage information: IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, referral source, cookies and similar technologies.
- Recruitment information: Resume/CV, education, work history, skills, interview feedback, references and information voluntarily provided during an application.
- Service and business information: Information required to manage client relationships, deliver services, meet contractual requirements or administer suppliers.
- Sensitive personal data: Only where necessary, lawful and handled with appropriate safeguards, such as for accessibility accommodations or where required by law.
How We Use Personal Data
We may use personal data to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide requested information
- Schedule consultations, meetings, demonstrations or events
- Deliver, manage and improve our services
- Maintain client, supplier and business-partner relationships
- Send relevant communications, newsletters or event invitations where permitted by law
- Process job applications and manage recruitment
- Protect the security, integrity and availability of our systems and services
- Detect, investigate and prevent fraud, misuse or unlawful activity
- Comply with legal, regulatory, contractual and audit obligations
- Analyze website performance and improve user experience
- Establish, exercise or defend legal claims
Where required by law, we process personal data based on consent, performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, legitimate interests or another valid legal basis.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, analytics tools and similar technologies to operate the site, remember preferences, understand usage and improve performance.
You may control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference tools, where available. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
How We Share Personal Data
We may share personal data with:
- GICinno affiliates, subsidiaries and authorized personnel
- Technology, hosting, analytics, recruitment, communications and professional-service providers acting on our instructions
- Business partners where necessary to provide a requested service or event
- Professional advisers, auditors, insurers and financial institutions
- Government authorities, regulators or law-enforcement agencies where legally required
- Other parties in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization or sale of business assets
We do not sell personal data in exchange for money. We require service providers to protect personal data and process it only for authorized purposes.
International Transfers
GICinno may operate across jurisdictions and may transfer personal data internationally where necessary for business operations, service delivery or administration. Where applicable law requires safeguards for international transfers, we will use appropriate protections, such as contractual commitments, security measures and other legally recognized transfer mechanisms.GICinno.com-AI-BI-Analytics-Data-Sc-ML-Deep-Learning-Gen-AI-Consulting.pdf
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure. These measures may include access controls, encryption where appropriate, security monitoring, staff awareness and supplier controls.
No method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We therefore cannot guarantee absolute security, but we continually seek to maintain safeguards appropriate to the nature of the data and associated risks.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, meet contractual and legal requirements, resolve disputes and enforce agreements. Retention periods vary according to the type of data, the reason for collection and applicable law.GICinno.com-AI-BI-Analytics-Data-Sc-ML-Deep-Learning-Gen-AI-Consulting.pdf
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights to:
- Request access to personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of personal data in certain circumstances
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Request data portability where applicable
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Lodge a complaint with a competent data-protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details in the “Contact Us” section. We may need to verify your identity before responding to a request.
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 recognizes individuals’ interests in protecting digital personal data while allowing lawful processing, and its detailed applicability should be assessed with legal counsel for GICinno’s specific operations.indiacode.nic
Recruitment Privacy
If you apply for a role with GICinno, we use your recruitment information to evaluate your application, communicate with you, conduct interviews, verify qualifications where lawful and manage our recruitment process. We may retain candidate information for future roles where permitted by law or with your consent.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children unless permitted by applicable law and supported by the required consent or authorization.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, services or legal obligations. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us About Privacy
For questions, concerns or rights requests relating to this Privacy Policy or personal data, contact:
Privacy Office — Global IT Consultancy for Innovations (GICinno)
Email: privacy@gicinno.com
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Address: [Insert registered business address]
Global IT Consultancy for Innovations (GICinno) 