Data collection can feel like an intimidating task for those who aren’t naturally digitally-focused individuals. Starting small with a clear idea of what you want to collect, the tools you’ll use to do this and, importantly, where it will be stored is a great way to build confidence and add in additional sources to better inform decision making. Discover why setting direct research questions and involving everyone who will be using the data from the beginning are key parts of this process.
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Other support that's available
Avoiding becoming a victim of cyber crime
Avoiding becoming a victim of cyber crime
For businesses that don't have dedicated teams or individuals, the National Cyber Security Centre has resources dedicated to increasing your protection from the most common types of cyber crime.
Everything you need to know about GDPR
Everything you need to know about GDPR
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has everything you'll need to know about data protection and GDPR – from marketing consent through storage of personal customer information.
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