Building Strong Compliance Programs: Data Retention at Scale

​​In today’s data-driven landscape, organizations face increasing pressure to manage information responsibly, compliantly, and efficiently. This workshop is designed for professionals involved in data governance, compliance, legal, and IT functions who are tasked with developing and operationalizing retention schedules across complex environments.

​Participants will gain a clear understanding of:

• ​Key legal and regulatory requirements that influence data retention policies across jurisdictions.

• ​Best practices for translating legal obligations into actionable retention terms.

• ​Strategies for scaling retention schedules across diverse data types, systems, and geographies.

• ​Common pitfalls and how to avoid them, including over-retention, under-retention, and inconsistent application.

• ​Tools and frameworks to support automation, defensibility, and ongoing maintenance of retention terms.

​Through interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises, attendees will leave inspired to build scalable, legally sound retention frameworks that align with organizational goals and regulatory expectations.