The EU e-Evidence Act is set to increase the operational demands on service providers (SPs), requiring them to respond to cross-border data requests quickly and efficiently. For many companies, current data production processes aren’t fit for purpose under these new standards. This article explores how the Act will reshape data production requirements and why now is the time for SPs to upgrade their systems.

The EU e-Evidence Act’s stringent compliance requirements demand more than just quick data retrieval; they require effective cross-functional collaboration. As data production requests increase in volume and urgency, multiple internal teams—including Compliance, DPO, CISO, Privacy, Trust and Safety, and others—will need to coordinate seamlessly to manage these requests. This article discusses the importance of an integrated architecture that enables efficient teamwork, centralized data sharing, and secure release processes.

The EU e-Evidence Act is a new landmark regulation, setting the stage for a global shift in data handling, much like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) did in 2018. GDPR’s introduction not only reshaped how data privacy is viewed worldwide but also spurred technological advancements and organizational transformation. Now, the e-Evidence Act is poised to drive a similar sea change, influencing compliance standards far beyond Europe’s borders. In this article, we’ll explore how this new regulation could shape the future of compliance, technology, and organizational practices.

The EU e-Evidence Act is poised to reshape how service providers (SPs) handle cross-border data requests in criminal investigations