What constitutes a breach of an effective "do not process" policy?

A breach of an effective "do not process" policy occurs when there is any unauthorized processing of personal data. This signifies that personal data, which individuals have expressly requested not to be processed, is nonetheless being handled or utilized by an organization. The essence of such a policy is to respect the wishes of individuals concerning their personal data, ensuring that it is not used in ways they have not consented to.

In the context of the other choices, authorized sharing with partners does not constitute a breach because it implies that the necessary permissions or agreements are in place. Delayed responses to requests may indicate inefficiencies or compliance issues, but they do not inherently represent unauthorized processing. Similarly, a lack of consumer consent documentation reflects potential procedural inadequacies rather than an immediate breach of the terms of the "do not process" mandate.