I Hope You’re Using Data Protection

I was in a meeting where a new database was being discussed. We were talking about entering customers’ details into this database, and there was a bit of to and fro about how we’d get their permission to enter their details.

Coworker: “We wouldn’t necessarily need their permission.”

Manager: “Really? So… say you’re a customer. Could I enter you without permission?”

Coworker: “Uh…”