XpertDPO Assist provides affordable, expert-led fractional DPO services for SMEs and teams managing compliance internally.

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Why choose a fractional DPO?

Many organisations are required to appoint a DPO under GDPR but don’t need or can’t afford a full-time hire. XpertDPO Assist helps you meet your legal obligations affordably, with expert backing built in.

Do it yourself, with DPO-led guidance.

Assist provides step-by-step video instructions and a complete privacy compliance programme designed by expert DPOs. You’ll customise templates, follow checklists, and stay in control, while knowing we’re just a call away when needed.
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Access to expert support when it counts.

Assist includes a bank of DPO hours you can use for complex tasks like DPIAs, risk reviews, or rights requests. You’ll be supported by our experienced team, not a helpdesk or chatbot.
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Stay audit-ready at every stage.

Every document, template, and method in Assist is built by real DPOs based on regulatory expectations. As you complete the programme, you’ll create a defensible record of accountability, ready for auditors or regulators.
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Cost-effective compliance for SMEs.

Compliance doesn’t have to mean consultancy bills. Assist is priced for accessibility, helping you avoid overspend while still achieving best-practice standards.

Why choose XpertDPO Assist?

Assist is powered by the same team trusted to support DPOs in financial services, healthcare, and government. You’re not just buying materials, you’re accessing a structured, expert-backed service built on real-world DPO practice.

Why Choose XpertDPO Assist for Your Fractional DPO Needs

XpertDPO Assist is built for SMEs and organisations that need to meet their GDPR obligations without hiring a full-time DPO. Combining guided self-service with access to expert support, Assist helps you demonstrate accountability while staying in control of your compliance budget.

Our difference:

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Built by DPOs, not generic consultants

Every element of Assist, videos, templates, tools, is designed and reviewed by our expert DPO team to meet real-world regulatory expectations.

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Guided programme, not just a download pack

Assist walks you through your compliance journey with clear, sequenced steps. You always know what to do next, and why it matters.

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Your time, your pace, with expert input on demand

You’ll self-manage the process, but your DPO hours are there for the complex parts, like DPIA reviews, DSARs, or regulator queries.

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Tailored for SMEs

We understand the constraints and realities of SME compliance. Assist is structured for smaller teams who need clarity, not complexity.

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Outputs that withstand scrutiny

The documentation you build through Assist isn’t just for internal use, it’s designed to stand up to audits, inspections, and regulatory engagement.

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XpertAcademy training included

Included, at no extra cost, CPD-accredited training covers GDPR essentials, cybersecurity awareness, and AI governance, ideal for small teams growing their knowledge.

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Simple, sustainable pricing

With Assist, you avoid the overhead of a full-time DPO or ad hoc consultancy fees, without compromising on quality or accountability.

XpertDPO Assist is built around a structured, self-paced compliance programme, designed to give you clarity, confidence, and control. From onboarding to accountability documentation, every step is mapped out and guided by our expert DPO team.

Our Proven Approach

In delivering fractional DPO support, XpertDPO Assist gives you more than documents or advice, we guide you through a structured privacy programme built by our expert DPOs. From onboarding to output, every step is designed to help you build real-world compliance, affordably and confidently.

Onboarding & Portal Access

We get you set up in your secure client portal with access to your training content, templates, onboarding video, and named DPO contact.
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Guided Compliance Programme

Follow a structured video-led compliance journey that covers everything from your RoPA to training logs to breach registers, built to be practical and sequential.
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Template Customisation & Execution

Use our proven GDPR templates and process checklists to complete tasks independently. All materials are audit-ready and based on regulator expectations.
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DPO Hours & Expert Oversight

When you hit a high-risk issue, like a DPIA, DSAR, or supplier risk, you can use your included hours to get hands-on help from our DPO team.
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Accountability Outputs

The end result of Assist isn’t just training, it’s a suite of evidence that demonstrates your compliance posture, suitable for internal governance or external regulators.
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Ongoing Training & CPD

Stay current with built-in access to XpertAcademy. Your team can complete CPD-accredited training in GDPR, cybersecurity, and responsible AI, at no extra cost.

Key Services Included in XpertDPO Assist

DPO Appointment & Registration

We act as your named Data Protection Officer where required under GDPR Article 37. We also manage regulator registration and documentation of the appointment.
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Structured Video-Led Compliance Programme

Clients follow a mapped, expert-designed privacy programme hosted in a secure portal, with clear video guides and milestones for every stage of GDPR compliance.
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Customisable GDPR Documentation Suite

Access our full library of editable, regulator-aligned templates, from RoPAs to privacy notices to retention schedules, ready to be tailored to your operations.
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DPO Support Hours (Consultation Bank)

Your service includes a defined number of expert hours for use on reviews, DPIA walkthroughs, DSAR queries, or other complex compliance needs.
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Support for Data Subject Requests (DSARs)

We assist with access, correction, erasure, and portability requests, ensuring your responses are timely, accurate, and documented.
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Support for DPIAs & Risk Assessments

All Assist clients receive CPD-accredited e-learning on data protection, cybersecurity, and responsible AI, empowering your team with core knowledge.
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Access to XpertAcademy CPD Training

All Assist clients receive CPD-accredited e-learning on data protection, cybersecurity, and responsible AI, at no extra cost, empowering your team with core knowledge.
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Self-Serve Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)

Our guided templates and checklists help you build and maintain your RoPA independently, aligned with Article 30 and ready for audit.
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Regulatory Engagement Support

If you’re contacted by a Data Protection Authority, we’ll help craft and review your responses, including providing documentation support if needed.
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Secure Collaboration via Client Portal

All document exchanges and training are handled via our secure Microsoft Teams–integrated portal, supporting role-based access and MFA enforcement.
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What Our Clients Say About XpertDPO Assist

XpertDPO Assist supports SMEs, SaaS platforms, and operations teams across Ireland, the EU, and globally, providing affordable, expert-led fractional DPO services. Our clients operate in sectors like digital health, software-as-a-service, leisure, logistics, education, energy, and professional services. They rely on Assist to meet GDPR Article 37 obligations, complete their RoPAs, handle complex DSARs, and build demonstrable accountability, without overspending on compliance. Here’s what some of them say about working with us:

"Before Assist, GDPR felt overwhelming. Now, it’s a process we control. The step-by-step video guidance was clear, and having access to DPOs for tricky questions like DPIAs made all the difference."

— Operations Manager, EU Healthtech Startup

"We used XpertDPO Assist to structure and document our GDPR compliance from the ground up. The portal, templates, and training helped us build our RoPA, respond to an access request, and complete policy reviews, at our own pace."

— Compliance Lead, B2B SaaS Platform

"For a small team like ours, Assist was the right fit. We didn’t need a full-time DPO, but we needed to show we take data protection seriously. Assist gave us confidence, clarity, and a framework we can stick to."

— Managing Director, Irish SME in Regulated Services

Trusted by teams in: Digital Health, Medtech, SaaS, Software Platforms, Leisure and Travel Operations, Professional and Field Services, Energy, Logistics, & Education.

Template vs Consultants vs Fractional DPO: Choosing the Right Compliance Model

Organisations looking for GDPR support without the need for a full-time DPO typically explore three options: downloading off-the-shelf templates, hiring a freelance consultant for specific tasks, or choosing a structured, expert-led service like XpertDPO Assist. Choosing the right model can mean the difference between surface-level compliance and a demonstrable, regulator-aligned privacy programme. The table below highlights key differences to help you choose the most effective and sustainable approach for your organisation.

Key Differences Between DIY, Consultancy, and Fractional DPO Options

Feature / Factor DIY Templates One-Off Consultant XpertDPO Assist
Structured GDPR compliance programme ✔️
Access to DPO support when needed ⚠️ ✔️
Customisable, regulator-aligned documentation ⚠️ ✔️ ✔️
Support for DSARs, DPIAs, breach queries ✔️ ✔️
Includes CPD-accredited training ✔️
Designed by practicing DPOs ⚠️ ✔️
Affordability & sustainability for SMEs ⚠️ ⚠️ ✔️

XpertDPO Assist is the practical alternative to DIY compliance or one-off consultancy. With expert onboarding, access to our specialist DPO team, and a step-by-step programme built by professionals, Assist helps you meet your GDPR obligations confidently, without overspending or starting from scratch. Backed by CPD-accredited training and regulator-aligned documentation, it’s the ideal choice for SMEs seeking affordable, sustainable, and supported data protection compliance.

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Do I really need a Data Protection Officer (DPO) under GDPR?

It depends on what kind of data you process and how. If your organisation monitors individuals at scale, processes special category data (like health or financial data), or operates in a regulated sector, you may be legally required to appoint a DPO. XpertDPO Assist helps you meet this obligation affordably.

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What’s the difference between a fractional DPO and a full-time DPO?

A fractional DPO offers the same regulatory oversight and accountability, without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire. You access expert support as needed, with structured tools and guidance to manage compliance internally.

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Can I do GDPR compliance myself?

Many organisations start with templates, but find it difficult to apply them correctly or stay up to date. XpertDPO Assist lets you follow a guided programme with real DPO backup, ensuring what you produce actually meets regulatory expectations.

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How is XpertDPO Assist different from buying a toolkit or template pack?

Template packs often lack context, updates, or support. Assist gives you a complete, sequenced compliance programme, built by practicing DPOs, with videos, CPD training, and expert help for complex tasks.

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What support do I get with DSARs or DPIAs?

You’ll follow our video-led guides and templates to manage these tasks yourself, but if something’s complex or risky, you can use your included DPO hours for direct support.

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How much time will it take to complete the Assist programme?

Most clients build their initial compliance framework in 6–10 weeks, working at their own pace. The portal breaks work into manageable steps, with flexibility to fit your workflow.

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Is XpertDPO Assist suitable for startups or early-stage businesses?

Yes. If you need to demonstrate GDPR accountability for customers, partners, or investors—but can’t justify a full-time DPO, Assist is ideal. You stay in control of cost and pace.

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Will I be listed with the Data Protection Authority as having a DPO?

If required, we’ll support you in appointing and registering XpertDPO as your DPO. Alternatively, we can provide compliance oversight without a formal Article 37 registration.

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What if I outgrow Assist?

XpertDPO Assist is designed to scale. If your needs become more complex or regulatory exposure increases, we offer seamless migration to XpertDPO Shield, our full outsourced DPO service.

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Is training included for my team?

Yes. You get access to XpertAcademy’s CPD-accredited training library, covering GDPR, cybersecurity, and AI compliance. This helps build privacy culture internally while meeting accountability expectations.

Ready to take control of your GDPR compliance?

Join the growing number of organisations using XpertDPO Assist to manage their data protection obligations with confidence. Our structured, expert-designed programme helps you build accountability, avoid unnecessary costs, and stay audit-ready, on your terms.
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