Expert Advisory for Data Protection and Privacy Compliance (KSA PDPL)

About The Customer

Tabby is a leading fintech platform operating across multiple jurisdictions, requiring secure and compliant handling of personal data in line with evolving regulatory frameworks.

With increasing regulatory focus on data protection under Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law, the organization sought expert guidance to address complex cross-border data transfer requirements and strengthen its privacy compliance posture.

This engagement delivered targeted advisory on data protection, cross-border data governance, and regulatory compliance, enabling secure and compliant international data operations while supporting business growth.

Engagement Snapshot

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Problem Statement

Complex cross-border data transfer requirements and evolving PDPL regulatory obligations

02

Proposed Solution

Expert advisory on SCCs, TIAs, and structured data protection and privacy governance

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Outcome

Compliant cross-border data operations and strengthened privacy risk management

The Challenge

  • Navigating complex cross-border data transfer requirements under PDPL
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations while maintaining business agility
  • Limited clarity on implementation of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs)
  • Managing privacy risks across distributed and multi-jurisdictional environments
  • Structuring data processing agreements aligned with regulatory and operational needs

Our Methodology

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Cross-Border Advisory

Provided expert advisory on cross-border data transfer requirements under Personal Data Protection Law

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SCC Implementation

Guided the implementation and structuring of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for compliant data transfers

03

Transfer Risk Assessment

Advised on conducting Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs) to evaluate and mitigate cross-border data risks

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DPA Structuring

Supported the development and refinement of data processing agreements aligned with regulatory expectations

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Privacy Risk Analysis

Identified key privacy risks across distributed environments and recommended mitigation strategies

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Governance Enablement

Enabled structured data governance practices to support compliant and scalable international operations

The Outcome

  • Enabled compliant cross-border data transfers aligned with PDPL requirements
  • Strengthened overall data protection and privacy governance posture
  • Reduced regulatory and operational risks associated with international data processing
  • Improved clarity and structure in contractual and data processing arrangements
  • Supported secure and scalable business operations across multiple jurisdictions

Key Highlights

01

Transfer Compliance

PDPL-aligned cross-border data transfer advisory

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Implementation Support

Implementation guidance for SCCs and TIAs

03

Governance Strengthening

Strengthened privacy governance and risk management

What Tabby Says About The Outcome

Through this engagement, Tabby strengthened its ability to manage cross-border data transfers securely and compliantly, enabling continued growth while meeting regulatory expectations.
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