When is it necessary to conduct a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) under GDPR?

GDPR requires organisations to do a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) if they’re going to be doing data processing that might put people’s rights at serious risk. This includes stuff like processing sensitive data on a big scale, keeping an eye on public spaces, or trying out new tech that involves data. A DPIA is a way to spot any risks early and tackle them before the processing gets underway. Companies need to complete these assessments beforehand and have plans to manage any identified risks, showing they’re serious about sticking to GDPR’s standards and safeguarding data.