JIPDEC collects and analyzes information on polices and technologies at both national and international levels in order to create the foundations of the data-driven Society of 21st century.
JIPDEC is also teaming up with key players in industry, academia, and the government to build a consensus on social infrastructure for advanced uses of information with safe measures and through the recommendations on political policies.
To better understand the needs of industry, in solving problems, and creating new business opportunities, JIPDEC has assumed the role of secretariat for three consortia. We encourage the government to enact policies respecting the opinions of the consortia, and we support the government to implement policies and promote frameworks for the secure use of information.

The report is published annually and publicize the results of research and development activities.
This report includes explanations of domestic and international trends related to the protection and privacy of personal information, as well as proposals on social issues related to the utilization of data.

Main contents of the fiscal 2020 report:

Domestic and international trends concerning the Personal Information Protection legal/regulatory system Explanation of Privacy Impact Assessment (ISO/IEC 29134:2017 and JIS X9251)
Promotion of corporate privacy governance and digital transformation in local and municipal governments.