Last Updated on: 9th March 2024, 05:57 pm
Oyster IMS is excited to declare its recognition as a Qualified Consultancy for executing the LOCS:23 standard, underscoring its specialized knowledge in data protection laws.
The Legal Services Operational Privacy Certification Scheme (LOCS:23), ratified by the ICO, acts as the authoritative certification system for legal service providers to affirm their adherence to UK GDPR standards.
Law firms and legal chambers stand to gain substantially from the LOCS:23 certification, benefiting from protection against ICO interventions and fines, gaining a competitive edge to attract more business, mitigating data breaches and their related expenses, achieving a globally acknowledged standard of compliance, and streamlining procurement methodologies.
Oyster IMS boasts two members of its team who have been accredited as Approved Implementors, positioning them ideally to guide clients towards obtaining LOCS:23 certification for their legal entities.
As one of a select few consultancies endorsed under LOCS:23, Oyster IMS’s approval underscores the depth of its expertise and its commitment to upholding the premier standards in data protection and privacy. Josef Elliott, Managing Director at Oyster IMS, remarked on this milestone, stating, “We are thrilled to have secured this important accreditation. This is a testament to our expertise, the quality of our services, and our team’s commitment to delivering outstanding results for our clients. It is wonderful to be leading the charge with this certification which will become an important credential for all UK law firms.”
Tim Hyman, the architect of the LOCS:23 framework, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We are keen to maintain the integrity of the LOCS standard and it’s very encouraging to have Oyster IMS on board as qualified consultants. As the world’s first Supervisory Authority approved GDPR certification for legal services, LOCS:23 will be the official benchmark to measure and ensure GDPR compliance. I have known Josef and the team for many years and they have the expertise, experience, and capabilities to support their clients through certification and beyond.”
