Data-Protection

Privacy Policy

Data protection is a matter of trust. Your trust is a key value for Swiss Innovation Forces AG (‘Inno Forces’ and/or ‘we’ and/or ‘us’).

About us

The Swiss Innovation Forces are the Swiss Army’s response to constantly changing threats and new technological opportunities. We make entrepreneurial innovation solutions available to the force quickly and effectively. We also empower people in the army to initiate change themselves.

The German Privacy Policy is the original version and applies in case of doubt.

 

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When does this Privacy Policy apply?

This statement applies only to your use of the website. The website may contain links to other websites. Please note that we have no control over how such websites process your personal data. We recommend that you check the privacy statement of the respective website before submitting your personal data.

For what purposes do we process your personal data?

We may process personal data in the following situations and for the following purposes: [Communication with you] We may process personal data when you contact Inno Forces or when Inno Forces contacts you, for example, when you send a letter to Inno Forces or call us. We use this personal data to be able to provide you with information, process your request and communicate with you.

What are our grounds for processing your personal data?

We process personal data based on the following justifications: [A] For overriding private or public interests, such as the operation of our website, the interest in customer care and communication with customers outside of a contractual relationship, for marketing activities, to get to know our customers and others better and to improve products and services and to develop new products and services. [B] On the basis of your consent. If a processing operation requires your consent, such as in the case of a newsletter subscription or the selection of cookies, we will obtain your consent after providing sufficient information in advance.

What categories of personal data do we process about you?

In order to use our website, it is generally not necessary for you to provide any personal data. When you visit our website, we automatically process the IP address. In certain cases, we also require certain personal data in order to be able to provide the requested services. Inno Forces processes the following categories of personal data: IP address, Contact details (e.g. surname, first name, address), Communication data (telephone number, mobile number, e-mail, fax number).

Who are the recipients of your personal data?

Insofar as this is necessary, Inno Forces will, in compliance with the applicable data protection law, transmit your personal data to contract data processors and other independent controllers. Specifically, your personal data will be transmitted to the following categories of recipients: [A]Swiss Armed Forces, [B] Other departments of the Swiss Confederation, [C] Other partners of the Inno Forces, [D] Other arms companies

To which third countries do we disclose your personal data?

Certain recipients of your personal data may be located abroad, including in countries outside Switzerland, the EU or the EEA, where the legal system does not provide the same level of protection of your personal data as in Switzerland, the EU or the EEA. If necessary, Inno Forces transfers your personal data to the following third countries: Germany. If we transfer your personal data to recipients in insecure third countries, such as the USA, we enter into an appropriate data transfer agreement with the recipients, such as the updated EU Standard Contractual Clauses, to ensure adequate protection of your personal data in the insecure third country.

How do we protect your personal data?

To ensure the security of your personal data, we implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised or unlawful processing and to prevent the risk of loss, accidental alteration, accidental disclosure or unauthorised access.

How long do we store your personal data?

We only store your personal data for as long as it is necessary for the respective processing purposes of your personal data or for compliance with legal retention periods.

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When does this Privacy Policy apply?

This privacy policy applies to any processing of personal data in connection with sending the Inno Forces newsletter for events or venture matching requests.

For what purposes do we process your personal data?

We may process personal data in the following situations and for the following purposes: [Communication with you] We may process your personal data when you contact Inno Forces or when Inno Forces contacts you, for example, to maintain the business relationship with you or to provide you with other information. [Newsletter dispatch] We can send you one or more newsletters at your request. [Marketing] We may process your personal data for marketing purposes if you sign up to receive marketing materials or ask us to do so.

What are our grounds for processing your personal data?

We process personal data based on the following justifications: [Due to overriding private or public interests] This includes, for example, the interest in customer care and communication with customers or partners, outside of a contractual relationship, for marketing activities, to get to know our customers and others better. [On the basis of your consent] If a processing operation requires your consent, such as in the case of sending a newsletter, we will obtain your consent in advance after providing sufficient information.

What categories of personal data do we process about you?

Inno Forces processes the following categories of personal data: Contact details (e.g. surname, first name, address), Communication data (phone number, mobile number, e-mail), Business data (e.g. job title, business contacts)

Who are the recipients of your personal data?

Insofar as this is necessary, Inno Forces will, in compliance with the applicable data protection law, transmit your personal data to contract data processors and other independent controllers. Specifically, your personal data will be transmitted to the following categories of recipients: [A]Swiss Armed Forces, [B] Other departments of the Swiss Confederation, [C] Other partners of the Inno Forces, [D] Other arms companies

To which third countries do we disclose your personal data?

Certain recipients of your personal data may be located abroad, including in countries outside Switzerland, the EU or the EEA, where the legal system does not provide the same level of protection of your personal data as in Switzerland, the EU or the EEA. If necessary, Inno Forces transfers your personal data to the following third countries: Germany, Belgium. If we transfer your personal data to recipients in insecure third countries, such as the USA, we enter into an appropriate data transfer agreement with the recipients, such as the updated EU Standard Contractual Clauses, to ensure adequate protection of your personal data in the insecure third country.

How do we protect your personal data?

To ensure the security of your personal data, we implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised or unlawful processing and to prevent the risk of loss, accidental alteration, accidental disclosure or unauthorised access.

How long do we store your personal data?

We only store your personal data for as long as you are in business contact with us. You can unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive communications and invitations from Inno Forces. If you decide to unsubscribe from the newsletter, you will no longer receive communications and invitations.

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What rights do you have in relation to your personal data?

Subject to the limits set by applicable law, you have the following rights:

  • You can request information as to whether and which personal data Inno Forces processes about you.
  • You can object to the processing of personal data under certain conditions.
  • Under certain conditions, you may request that a statement of objection be affixed to the processing of personal data.
  • You may request the correction of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • You can restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Under certain conditions, you may request the deletion of your personal data.
  • You have the right to data portability, i.e. you or a person designated by you receive the personal data you have provided in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format.
  • You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, insofar as the data processing of your personal data is based on your consent.
  • You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority about the way we have used your personal data.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

Inno Forces reserves the right to change this privacy policy at any time without prior notice. The current version is valid.

Contact details

If you have any questions about the processing of your personal data or wish to exercise your rights in relation to the processing of your personal data, please contact the Inno Forces data protection team:

data-protection@innoforces.ch