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**Season 2 is currently in production. Estimated launch date of January 2026 brining you new and exiting topics and guests.**
Introducing an exciting new podcast brought to you by Cristina from CVG Solutions! As a fully qualified CIPP/E and C-DPO data protection specialist, Cristina’s mission is clear: to educate, empower and enable businesses to thrive. Get ready to embark on a journey of growth and knowledge as we dive into the world of data protection together!
Episodes

Oct 29, 2024
Oct 29, 2024
31 min
Consulting It’s not all smooth sailing!
That is why in the 66th episode of our podcast, I team up again with Annie McNeely (Quality Management System Professional and Certified ISO 90001 Auditor), to uncover the key challenges we face as consultants working with small businesses and charities.
In this episode, we discussed:
The need for myth-busting misconceptions
Navigating the stop-and-start nature of projects
Business owners' hesitation and lack of engagement
Limited understanding of the complexities of the work commissioned
Listen to this episode to learn about how we overcome the challenges we face as GDPR and ISO consultant
If you want to dive deeper into General Data Protection, feel free to reach out to us at 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk Let’s get your business fully GDPR-compliant and thriving!

Oct 18, 2024
Oct 18, 2024
19 min

Oct 11, 2024
Oct 11, 2024
1hr 19 min
Ready to take your business to the next level?
In this episode, consultants Cristina and Annie MacNeely dive into businesses' most common mistakes when tackling GDPR and Quality Management – and how you can dodge them!
Whether you're just starting out or in the middle of your journey, we have tips to help you stay on track and get the best value out of your consultants. We’re breaking down everything from involving the right stakeholders to making sure GDPR and quality management become part of your company's culture.
Plus, you’ll get expert insights on how to implement strategies that set your business up for long-term success! Here’s what you can look forward to in this episode:
- Why do you need all stakeholders onboard
- The cultural shift you can’t ignore
- Skipping critical process assessments
- Don’t leave management to just one or two people
- Speed vs. depth: Why rushing can backfire
- Relying on generic documentation – big mistake
- Ineffective training: How to avoid it
- Why senior management must be involved
- Missing GDPR and quality in new initiatives?
- Excluding these topics from meetings and communications
- Why internal audits should happen more often
- Choosing the wrong channel for your privacy notice
- Relying on a web designer for cookie consent – a risky move
- Avoid turning on unnecessary cookies by default
If you want to dive deeper into General Data Protection, feel free to reach out to us at 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
Let’s get your business fully GDPR-compliant and thriving!
#gdpr #dataprotection #compliance #qualitymanagement #qualitysystem #cultura

Oct 7, 2024
Oct 7, 2024
50 min
In this episode, we explore the most frequently asked questions that we get asked from our clients as part of our consulting work. Join me and Annie McNeely, a seasoned Quality Management System Professional and Certified ISO 9001 Auditor, to get answers to your burning questions.
We discussed:
✅ The cost involved in our services.
✅ How long it takes to implement GDPR and a Quality Management system.
✅ Why businesses truly need a Quality Management system and GDPR compliance services.
✅ The importance of training
✅ Whether businesses need specialised software for data and quality management.
✅ Who is accountable.
✅ And much more Get ready to clear up any misconceptions and gain valuable insights into GDPR and Quality Management implementation.
Don't miss this informative episode!
If you would like to know more about General Data Protection, feel free to contact us: 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
#gdpr #iso #qualitymanagement #compliance #dataprotection

Sep 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024
17 min
In this 62nd episode of our podcast, we have again Stef Elliott, a seasoned Digital Engineer, GDPR, and E-Privacy Professional, to discuss in detail "The Hidden Impact of Cookies and Pixels on Your Website Visit.
We explored:
- How cookies and pixels are used by websites to track visitors and gather data.
- How using data from web analytics tools can sometimes lead to unintended consequences.
- Stef shares a real-life example where data from web analytics led to a bad user experience, while he also highlighted the delicate balance between effective data use and maintaining visitor trust.
This episode sheds more light on the power of cookies and pixels. Join us for an insightful conversation again!
If you would like to know more about General Data Protection, feel free to contact us: 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
#gdpr #pecr #cookies #pixels #website #visitors #analytics

Sep 23, 2024
Sep 23, 2024
15 min
Say hello to Episode 61!
In this exciting episode, we continue our exploration of website cookies and pixels with Stef Elliott, a Digital Engineering expert. This time, we're focussing on the benefits these digital tools offer to both businesses and end users.
Discover how cookies and pixels can
✅ Enhance the functionality of websites.
✅ Provide valuable insights for businesses.
✅ Offer personalised experiences for users.
✅ Support GDPR compliance. Join us as we delve more into the topic of cookies and pixels. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode!
If you would like to know more about General data Protection, feel free to contact us: 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
#gdpr #dataprotection #pecr #cookies #pixels #website #consent #analytics #profiling #personalisation

Sep 16, 2024
Sep 16, 2024
20 min
Here's to Episode 60 with Us!
In this episode of our podcast, we're joined by Stef Elliott, a Digital Engineer with deep expertise in GDPR and e-privacy. Together, we discuss the website cookies and pixels, unravelling the topic and exploring their impact on both businesses and users.
We discuss:
✅ What exactly are cookies and pixels, and how do they work?
✅ The difference between essential and non-essential cookies.
✅ The importance of defining the purpose of cookies on your website.
✅ Whether businesses truly benefit more from cookies than their customers. As a business owner, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of cookies and pixels.
Don't miss out on our 60th episode! C
If you would like to know more about General Data Protection, feel free to contact us: 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
#gdpr #dataprotection #cookies #pixels #consent #pecr

Sep 6, 2024
Sep 6, 2024
10 min
In this episode, we yet again sit down with Data Protection expert Rowenna Fielding to unravel the importance of having a clear purpose for data processing.
We explore:
✅ Why it is important to have a clear purpose for data processing.
✅ Why businesses should continuously evaluate their purpose for data processing.
✅ The difference between data processing activity & data processing purpose
✅ A relevant technique for deciding data processing purpose. Join us as we discover how this essential step can help your business navigate the complexities of GDPR compliance.
If you would like to know more about General Data Protection, feel free to contact us: 📧 info@cvgsolutions.co.uk
#gdpr #dataprotection #purpose #dataprocessing #compliance
Why such a fuss?
Why is Data Protection such a fuss? That is exactly what this podcast aims to unravel and the reason for the title ‘why such a fuss?’ There is so much information out there and most of it is misleading. Education on the subject is the first step, ‘You don’t know what you don’t know’. There is no such thing as GDPR-compliant data or software. It’s the purpose and how it’s been used that makes it compliant. Knowledge is power, strengthen a business reputation and provides a competitive advantage. It aids informative decisions making, operating within a robust framework, application of Protection by Design thinking and fostering a mature culture. This enables business growth, increase in revenue, and build trust with clients. We will have regular guests who are experts in their own fields, we will explore close synergy with those fields and Data Protection, real case studies and we will also bring you the latest news in ‘In the News’ episodes.
