Business Bites is an initiative by BAC and BACS to encourage conversations, bringing together the small community of business archivists and custodians of business archives across the UK, many of whom work alone, to share our experiences. Regular social meet ups will be held every few months, with a rotating theme to kick start conversations and allow you to meet your peers. Anything and everything business archives will be openly discussed among friends.
The theme of this event is – Strengthening Data Protection in Cultural Collections: The London Library’s Audit with Naomi Korn Associates
Where: Online – via Zoom
When: Wednesday, 25th February 2026, 12.30pm – 13.30pm
What:
Strengthening Data Protection in Cultural Collections: The London Library’s Audit with Naomi Korn Associates
Discover how the London Library partnered with Naomi Korn Associates to undertake a comprehensive data protection audit of its catalogue records. This session will outline why the audit was commissioned, the risks it addressed, and the practical steps taken to strengthen compliance and safeguard member data. Attendees will gain insights into key findings, lessons learned, and the value of embedding privacy‑aware information management practices within cultural heritage organisations.
Why archivists should attend:
• Learn how to identify and manage data protection risks hidden within legacy or large‑scale catalogue systems.
• Gain practical takeaways for improving the governance, accuracy and security of descriptive records.
• Understand how to approach audits in a way that supports transparency, accountability and public trust.
• Take away ideas for strengthening organisational readiness ahead of future compliance reviews.
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