The document outlines the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which establishes guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information of individuals in the European Union, set to be enforced from May 25, 2018. It discusses the importance of GDPR due to increasing data breaches and emphasizes the rights of individuals regarding their data, including access, rectification, and erasure. Additionally, it details the responsibilities of data controllers and processors, the penalties for non-compliance, and the essential steps organizations must take to prepare for compliance.