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69 GROUP MANAGEMENT REPORT

The requirement to apply uniform standards across the

Group is embedded in our core principles and docu-

mented in detailed working instructions. These instruc-

tions

require employees to handle information appro-

priately,

ensure that information systems are properly

used and that risks pertaining to information technology

(IT risks) are dealt with transparently. Purposeful com-

munication and training measures create a high degree of

security and risk awareness on the part of the employees

involved. Employees also receive training from the

Group’s Compliance Organisation to ensure compliance

with legal and regulatory requirements.

Potential IT risks resulting from the use of information

technology and from the processing of information are

regularly documented and reported on as part of the

riskmanagement process. Senior management is respon-

sible for all decisions involving the assumption, mitiga-

tion or avoidance of risks.

The technical data protection procedures we use prima-

rily involve process-specific security measures. Standard

activities such as virus scanners, firewall systems, access

controls at both operating system and application level,

internal testing procedures and the regular backing up

ofdata are also employed. A security network is in place

Group-wide to ensure compliance with security specifi-

cations. Regular analyses and rigorous security manage-

ment ensure high-quality protection. This includes the

activities of our centralised IT Security Operation Centre,

which is responsible for the security of internal network

communications.

Protecting BMW Group-specific know-how is also treated

as a major issue as far as cooperation arrangements and

relationships with partner companies are concerned. We

protect our intellectual property by stipulating clear in-

structions with regard to data protection and the use of

information technology. Information underlying key

areas of expertise is subject to particularly stringent secu-

rity measures.