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MSD Privacy – Responsibility and Trust in Data Protection
MSD Privacy, the data protection initiative of
MSD Privacy – Responsibility and Trust in Data Protection
MSD Privacy is the data protection initiative of Merck & Co., Inc., also known as MSD outside the USA and Canada, a global leader in healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Since the establishment of the global Privacy Office in 2001, MSD Privacy has pursued the goal of developing and managing a robust, ethically sound data protection program that applies worldwide to all operational areas of the company.
Core Products and Services
MSD Privacy focuses on the protection and responsible use of personal data that arises in the course of business activities and when providing services in the healthcare sector. The company processes data provided by customers, patients, and other stakeholders, or collected as part of services such as pharmacovigilance (safety monitoring of medicines). MSD ensures that personal data is used only for legitimate purposes and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Technical and organizational measures protect the data from unauthorized access and misuse[1][2][3].
Mission and Values
The main mission of MSD Privacy is to create and maintain trust through responsible and transparent data processing. The data protection program is based on four central values:
- Respect for individual data protection expectations
- Building and maintaining trust
- Prevention of data protection breaches
- Compliance with data protection laws worldwide
These values support the overarching corporate goal of developing innovative products and services that improve and save lives. The program is based on organizational accountability, globally consistent standards, and continuous adaptation to technological and regulatory changes[1][3][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
In the area of data protection, MSD Privacy relies on sustainable practices through careful data management and strict compliance. The company promotes a culture of data protection responsibility that aligns ethical business practices with the protection of privacy. Through transparent communication and respect for the choices of data subjects, MSD helps to secure long-term trust. In this way, MSD Privacy supports not only legal sustainability but also social sustainability in the handling of sensitive data[1][4].
Other relevant aspects
MSD Privacy integrates data protection as an integral part of corporate responsibility and regularly reports on progress and challenges in data protection in Corporate Responsibility reports. The global orientation of the program ensures consistent data protection standards in all markets, which is of particular importance in internationally operating healthcare companies. In addition, personal data is, if necessary, passed on to trustworthy service providers to ensure service quality and security[1][3][5].
With a strong focus on data protection ethics and global compliance, MSD Privacy positions itself as a pioneer for trustworthy and sustainable data protection practices in the healthcare industry. The company offers its stakeholders the assurance that their data is handled responsibly, and thus makes a significant contribution to improving quality of life and health worldwide.
