ISO/IEC 29134 – Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Service
Company Certification Int. offers expert Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) services based on ISO/IEC 29134, a global guideline that helps organizations systematically assess the privacy risks associated with processing personally identifiable information (PII).
What Is ISO/IEC 29134?
ISO/IEC 29134 provides guidance on:
Planning and conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
Identifying and evaluating PII-related risks
Documenting mitigation actions and accountability
Supporting privacy-by-design practices in systems and services
Aligning with global laws like GDPR, HIPAA, and PDPA
Our PIA Assessment Services
We support your organization by:
Conducting structured PIAs on systems or projects handling PII
Mapping data flows, risk points, and third-party data sharing
Evaluating the legal and technical risks to individuals’ privacy
Recommending mitigation strategies and controls
Providing a non-accredited Conformity Assessment Certificate
Key Benefits
Demonstrates responsible data processing practices
Helps meet legal obligations under GDPR Article 35 (DPIA)
Identifies privacy risks early in project life cycles
Builds trust with customers and regulators
Supports ISO 27701 and ISO 29100 alignment
When to Conduct a PIA
Before launching new products/services that process PII
During digital transformation, cloud migration, or system redesign
When handling biometric, financial, health, or location data
If required by law or regulation
What You’ll Receive
PIA Report aligned with ISO/IEC 29134
Data flow mapping and risk register
Detailed recommendations for mitigation
Staff awareness guidance
PIA Conformity Assessment Certificate
Our Assessment Process
Information gathering and scoping with key stakeholders
Identification of privacy risks and impact severity
Documentation of mitigation controls and responsibilities
Delivery of a formal PIA assessment report
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Is ISO/IEC 29134 certifiable?
A1: No. It’s a guideline. We provide conformity assessment to verify implementation of its recommendations.
Q2: Is this service helpful for GDPR compliance?
A2: Yes. It aligns closely with GDPR’s DPIA requirements under Article 35.
Q3: What type of organizations need a PIA?
A3: Any organization processing sensitive or large-scale personal data, especially in fintech, health tech, government, and HR systems.
Q4: Who conducts the assessment?
A4: Our privacy experts with experience in data protection and security conduct the assessments remotely or onsite.
Protect Privacy. Minimize Risk.
Ensure your projects handle personal data responsibly with ISO/IEC 29134 – Privacy Impact Assessment by Company Certification Int.
The Certification Process
Online gap analysis allows us to see the current
- quality benchmark within your organization,
- the finances required
- the time required for this project (System and Certification Fee)
Your Estimate will be shared with you in 24 hours.
Upon Estimate Approval the project starts:
- A client executive is assigned to your project
- Contact information is shared with you
- The Payment details are provided to you
All Support is delivered Online.
The Client Executive will provide the Documentation Templates and explain to you how to amend it.
You will be required to perform the following tasks:
- Identify your core or business processes.
- Amend documentation that meets your business needs. (Policy statements, objectives, manuals, work instructions, job descriptions, forms.)
- Encourage employees to be aware of the new documented system
- Review, approve, and distribute the documents to those who need access to the information.
- Ensure procedures are being performed as documented.
- Ensure employees are trained properly for the tasks they are performing.
- Create effective reporting systems.
- Monitor the effectiveness of your processes through the use of measurable data, where possible.
- Review and take action to improve in the areas required.
- Plan internal auditing activities.
- Submit your management system documentation for review to ensure it complies with the applicable standard.
- Prepare for review by an external auditor to confirm that the system’s requirements are being satisfied and that the management system is implemented effectively.
- Obtain ISO Certifcaiton
- This periodic on-site review is usually conducted annually.
- It ensures that the certified business continues to comply with Standard requirements, as confirmed during the Recertification Audit at the certification cycle's outset.
- Most are conducted remotely.
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