Organization should define and enforce data retention schedules
High
Cross-cloud
General
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How to fix it
Define retention periods for all categories of personal data based on lawful basis and purpose limitation. Implement automated or scheduled deletion when retention periods expire.
How to verify
- Verify retention schedule document exists
- Confirm automated deletion mechanisms
- Verify retention periods are justified and documented
Compliance frameworks
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