Zunic Law strengthens its data protection practice with the appointment of partner Tijana Žunić Marić as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Wemedoo Technologies doo Beograd.
Wemedoo Technologies, a Serbian subsidiary of Swiss health-tech company WEMEDOO GROUP AG, specializes in digital solutions for the healthcare industry. Their focus on clinical trials, medical informatics, and real-world data underscores the critical importance of data protection in their operations.
The appointment of Tijana Žunić Marić as DPO in October 2023, reflects Wemedoo’s commitment to safeguarding personal data and underscores Zunic Law’s expertise in this field. The DPO plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with the Serbian Law on Personal Data Protection and the GDPR, providing essential guidance to the company and its employees.
Despite the Serbian Law on Personal Data Protection being in effect since August 21, 2019, many companies still struggle with compliance. A common challenge is distinguishing between the roles of a DPO and a GDPR-appointed country representative. This distinction is thoroughly explained in our article titled Data Protection Officer vs GDPR appointed country representative for Serbia.
Zunic Law has been at the forefront of addressing these complexities, providing in-depth analysis and practical guidance through our blogs and articles. Our resources aim to clarify legal obligations and empower organizations to protect personal data effectively (read more about this topic in our blog The Law on Personal Data Protection – A Few Guidelines On How To Get Compliant and Basic Concepts Of The Law On Personal Data Protection In Serbia- Is Your Company Compliant After Almost 3 Years Of Its Adoption?).
Many global companies overlook Serbia when implementing data protection measures, leaving Serbian citizens vulnerable to data breaches.
By appointing a DPO and adhering to data protection regulations, organizations demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding individuals’ rights and building trust with their customers.
We are proud of Tijana Žunić Marić’s appointment and look forward to contributing to Wemedoo’s data protection journey. As a leading law firm in the area of Data Privacy and Protection, having been consistently recognized and awarded by the prestigious international Who’s Who Legal legal ranking organization,we are confident in our ability to address the evolving challenges in this area.
