Resolution No. SPDP-SPDP-2024-0001-R introduces the Organic Statute of Organizational Management by Start-up Processes in the SPDP, hereinafter referred to as the “Statute”. This Resolution, effective as of August 2, 2024, establishes the basis for efficient and transparent management of the Institution.
What are the key aspects of the Statute?
Flexibility in Structure | The Statute allows for future modifications in processes, products, and administrative units according to implementation and deconcentration needs. |
Process Management | The SPDP will optimize its activities and resources, focusing on achieving its goals more efficiently and effectively. |
Managerial Positions | The Quartermasters, General Coordinators and Directors are freely appointed and removable. |
Continuous Improvement | Continuous evaluation and improvement of processes is promoted, ensuring adaptation to changes and the pursuit of excellence in management. |
Transparency | Management by processes will facilitate access to information and accountability, strengthening institutional transparency. |
Demand for Services and Products | The Financial Administrative Directorate shall submit a report detailing the services and products that the SPDP will need within 180 days. The corresponding authorities must approve this report. |
What does the approval of the Statute imply?
Approval of the Statutes implies that the SPDP can perform its role as a technical supervisory, audit, intervention, and control body. This includes issuing decisions, monitoring compliance with the law, investigating complaints and applying sanctions in the event of non-compliance.
What is the organizational structure?
The organizational structure is divided into three processes:
- Governing Processes: They are responsible for the direction and control of the institution, establishing guidelines, policies, and strategic plans.
- Substantive Processes: They conduct the essential activities to provide services and fulfill the SPDP’s mission, such as the supervision, regulation, and control of the processing of personal data.
- Adjective Processes: Provide support to the other processes, including legal advice, planning, and administrative and financial management.
In summary, the structure is divided as follows:
Type of Process | Level | Unit | Responsible |
Governance | Management | Strategic Management | Superintendent for the Protection of Personal Data |
Substantive | Operational | General Intendancy for Technological Innovation and Personal Data Security General | General Intendant for Technological Innovation and Personal Data Security General |
Substantive | Operational | General Intendancy for the Regulation of Personal Data Protection | General Intendant for the Regulation of Personal Data Protection |
Substantive | Operational | General Intendancy for Control and Sanctions | General Intendant for Control and Sanctions |
Adjectives | Advisory | Directorate of Legal Advisory Services | Director of Legal Advisory Services |
Adjectives | Advisory | Planning and Strategic Management Unit | Planning and Strategic Management Specialist |
Adjectives | Support | Financial Administrative Management | Financial Administrative Director |
In conclusion, the approval of the Organic Statute of the Superintendence of Personal Data Protection marks a crucial milestone in data protection in Ecuador. From now on, the SPDP has the necessary structure and mechanisms to ensure compliance with the Organic Law on Personal Data Protection and its Regulations. This means that companies must comply, diligent and transparent in the handling of personal information, thus guaranteeing the privacy and security of the data of their clients, employees, and users.
Rafael Serrano, Partner at CorralRosales
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