Hi, we’re Sapien
We specialise in data protection, compliance, and information security. Whether it’s GDPR, ISO 27001 or supply chain risk, we help you get the essentials right—so you can focus on growing your business.
Our Services
A practical check-up of your data protection practices. We’ll identify risks, gaps, and opportunities to improve, and leave you with a clear, jargon-free action plan.
Ideal for SMEs who need to show compliance to clients, partners, or insurers.
From £495 fixed fee
1–2 week turnaround
Includes report + debrief call
Thinking about certification or improving your security posture? We’ll assess where you stand against ISO 27001 and highlight practical next steps—without overwhelming you with audit speak.
→ Great for startups or scaleups preparing for growth.
From £695 fixed fee
Report delivered in 1 week
Covers Annex A controls + key ISMS elements
Worried about third-party risk or launching a new system? We offer fast, friendly risk reviews to help you document decisions, spot weaknesses, and stay compliant.
→ Quick wins for peace of mind when onboarding vendors or launching AI/analytics tools.
From £295 per review
DPIAs, vendor assessments, or data sharing risks
Delivered flexibly, outside 9–5
About us
At Sapien Arc, we believe that data risk and compliance don’t have to be overwhelming—or over-engineered.
We’re a UK-based independent consultancy run by Ed Ball, a data and technology specialist with over a decade of experience spanning data protection, information security, data engineering, and AI. Ed has worked across both public and private sectors, helping organisations make smart, safe decisions about how they handle and use data.
Whether you’re preparing for GDPR compliance, reviewing your ISO 27001 readiness, or just need a second pair of eyes on a new vendor or project, Sapien Arc offers clear, honest guidance—delivered flexibly, and without the jargon.
We’re particularly well suited to supporting growing businesses that don’t have in-house compliance or security teams but still want to get things right.
Outside work, Ed enjoys making sense of complex family trees, working on personal data projects, and drinking very strong coffee.
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