From May 21, 2026, businesses involved in cross-border waste shipments will face significant changes. The new EU Regulation 2024/1157 replaces the existing 2006 regulations and introduces, among other things, the digitalization of procedures, the mandatory use of the DIWASS system, and the increased importance of the EORI number. For companies, this means prioritizing data, permits, waste classification, and transport documentation. Lack of preparation […]

For years, data-driven marketing has operated according to a simple principle: the larger the contact database, the better. Many companies collected email addresses, phone numbers, and consents "in passing"—in forms, terms and conditions, contests, newsletter signups, or during sales calls. The problem is that some of these consents exist only on paper. Consents are often too […]

Video surveillance is now standard in many healthcare facilities. Cameras are designed to increase patient and staff safety, prevent incidents, and support facility management. However, it's important to remember that surveillance footage also constitutes personal data, and in the context of healthcare, it can become particularly sensitive. Why is surveillance in medical facilities "more sensitive"? Healthcare facilities […]

In recent years, the concept of due diligence has become a key element in assessing business operations. It appears in the context of tax settlements, anti-money laundering, personal data protection, and broadly defined compliance. At the same time, despite its widespread use, the concept is often understood in practice in a simplified manner. Many businesses equate due diligence with […]

The dairy sector is one of the most formalized and sensitive areas of the agri-food industry. This stems from the characteristics of the raw material, as well as intense official oversight and an extensive legal regime. At the EU level, the following regulations are particularly important: Regulation (EC) No. 178/2002 (general principles of food law, trader responsibility, and risk response mechanisms), Regulation (EC) No. 852/2004 (hygiene requirements […]

The food industry, due to its direct impact on the health and lives of consumers, remains particularly susceptible to image crises. Information about alleged quality irregularities or violations of sanitary standards can lead to significant financial losses and lasting reputational damage, especially given the rapid distribution of content on social media. Food businesses are obligated to ensure food safety […]