Time to act: Maintaining data flows to the UK

Brexit brings with it many uncertainties, especially in the area of data protection. Therewith, it is still questionable whether the level of data protection in the UK will be considered equivalent by the EU after the UK's final withdrawal from the European Union. A non-recognition would result in serious consequences for Swiss companies. Therefore, we highlight the main preparatory measures organisations in Switzerland should focus on in order to prepare for 31 December 2020.