Privacy Policy
At DDS, your privacy is our priority. This document outlines how we handle your data with transparency and integrity.
Our Commitment to Privacy
At Development Decision Support (DDS), we believe that data privacy is a fundamental human right.
As a research firm, we handle sensitive information daily. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, use our tools, or participate in our research initiatives.
Information We Collect
To provide high-quality research services and maintain our digital infrastructure, we collect several types of information:
Personal Identity
- • Full Name
- • Email Address
- • Phone Number
Professional Data
- • Organization Name
- • Job Role/Title
- • Industry Sector
How We Use Your Information
We process your data strictly for legitimate business purposes:
- Service Delivery: To provide the consultancy and data insights you request.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide project updates.
- Continuous Improvement: To analyze website traffic patterns and optimize the user experience.
- Legal Compliance: To meet our regulatory and institutional reporting requirements.
Data Protection Standards
Security Infrastructure
We implement "Security by Design" across all our digital platforms.
Our systems use enterprise-grade encryption (AES-256), multi-factor authentication, and regular security audits to ensure that your personal and research data remains inaccessible to unauthorized parties.
Your Rights & Control
Under international data protection standards, you have significant control over your information:
Contact Our Privacy Team
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to our dedicated privacy office.
Email Address
privacy@ddsconsultancy.orgMain Office
58 Fort Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Help Desk
Our privacy officers are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM GMT.
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