Organizational culture is not an important factor to consider when developing a data retention policy. A data retention policy is a document that defines how long an organization retains personal information for various purposes and how it disposes of it securely when it is no longer needed. A data retention policy should be based on factors such as: business requirements, such as operational needs, customer expectations, contractual obligations, or industry standards; compliance requirements, such as legal obligations, regulatory mandates, or audit recommendations; and technology resources, such as storage capacity, backup systems, encryption methods, or disposal tools. Organizational culture, which refers to the values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors that shape how an organization operates and interacts with its stakeholders, is not a relevant factor for determining data retention periods or disposal methods.