At Be Scientific, we are dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information we collect, process, and store. We fully understand the significance of privacy and comply with all applicable data protection laws. This policy outlines our approach to handling personal data and explains your rights with respect to the information we hold.
Core Principles
We are committed to processing personal data in a manner that is lawful, fair, and transparent. We only collect data that is essential for our business activities and ensure it is accurate and current. Personal data is securely stored and retained only for as long as necessary to achieve its intended purpose. We maintain the confidentiality and integrity of all personal information in our care.
Applicability
This policy applies to all personal data processed by Be Scientific, including information collected from employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties.
Categories of Personal Data We Collect
Be Scientific may collect and process the following types of personal information:
· Contact details: Full name, address, phone number, email address
· Employment details: Job role, salary, performance data
· Customer information: Purchase history, preferences, feedback
· Supplier details: Company information, contracts, invoices
· Sensitive data: Health-related information (where applicable and with explicit consent)
Purposes of Data Collection
We collect and process personal data for the following reasons:
· To provide services and support to our customers (e.g., processing orders, offering assistance)
· To manage employee records, benefits, and performance
· To communicate with business partners, contractors, and suppliers
· To comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements
· To enhance our services and carry out customer research
Your Rights Regarding Personal Information
You have certain rights concerning the personal data we hold, including the right to:
· Access the personal data we store about you
· Correct any inaccuracies or outdated information
· Request the deletion of your personal data, in line with certain conditions
· Limit or object to specific uses of your data
· Request your data in a format that can be transferred to another service (data portability)
· Ensure you are not subject to decisions based solely on automated processing
You can exercise these rights by reaching out to us via the contact information provided at the bottom of this page and on our website.
Data Security and Safeguards
Be Scientific is committed to ensuring the security of personal data. We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect data from unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
· Encrypting sensitive information
· Conducting regular security assessments
· Training employees on data protection best practices
Sharing of Personal Information
Be Scientific will only share your personal information with third parties under the following circumstances:
· When required by law or regulation
· With trusted third-party service providers (such as IT services, payroll, and accounting), who are bound by data protection laws
· In relation to business transactions with appropriate confidentiality arrangements
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the specific purposes for which it was gathered, based on legal, regulatory, or business needs.
Response to Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach, Be Scientific will take swift action to assess the incident and implement corrective actions. If the breach poses significant risk to individuals’ privacy rights, we will notify those affected within 72 hours.
Review of this Policy
We will regularly review and update this Privacy Policy to ensure it remains aligned with current data protection regulations. Any updates to the policy will be communicated to relevant parties as appropriate.
By interacting with our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at orders@bescientific.co.uk.