Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) — Question 87

Which of the following is TRUE about a PIA (Privacy Impact Analysis)?

Answer options

• A. Any project that involves the use of personal data requires a PIA
• B. A Data Protection Impact Analysis (DPIA) process includes a PIA
• C. The PIA must be conducted at the early stages of the project lifecycle
• D. The results from a previous information audit can be leveraged in a PIA process

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because conducting a PIA early in the project lifecycle ensures that privacy considerations are integrated from the outset. Options A and B are incorrect as they make broader claims that do not specifically address the timing of the PIA, while D is misleading because while previous audits may inform the process, they do not replace the need for a new PIA.