BYOD allows employees to use personal devices to access service and data on the corporate network. Breaking the ties from your stationary desk helps you become a mobile worker that will expand capabilities of productivity and efficiency. Accessibility to work wherever you go detracts from project build up and missed opportunities.
Every great trend has some concerns though. Issues with BYOD can consist of possible theft, malware uploads and competing security measures that can ultimately fail. All of these can lead to corporate data being leaked into the wrong hands. Here are some options for bypassing these threats.
A strict policy that states the rules and regulations of how you are able to use your personal device on the corporate system is critical. IS managers have realized they must do more to understand the security of the technologies behind the trend. This may perpetuate control of how your personal device can be used on their system. Their rules may state that you must use their security software or tell you that you cannot download, install or upload any apps, files or widgets to your device. Controls may also be setup to restrict access to certain websites. These parental style constraints are implemented for the safety and security of the corporate network. A solid BYOD policy will help ensure network security but at the cost of some of your privacy.
The best solution is to work through a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This allows you access to your work computer by logging in through a remote connection. It creates a virtual link (or bridge) from one device to another. Remote connections deliver user applications to numerous devices without breaking policies of transmitting secure data. Due to this no information leaves the corporate network. Much like logging into your Facebook page, you can make and save changes on your profile but cannot manipulate the network code. It is safe, secure and doesn't impede on your personal devices' software or settings.
Both of these are sound practices that are being utilized in both the corporate and government sectors. The policy may meet your approval, or your remote connection may solidify your needs. Either way, more and more people are realizing that they can become more productive and efficient at their job by participating in BYOD practices. These people may need a memo about password protection, but otherwise they understand and reap the benefits. Mobility has made it's mark on the business world and its here to stay, if not evolve further. If you haven't asked your IT department about this yet, I'd say its time to join the mobile workforce and expand your opportunities. Solutions can always be found for problems and your fear may be holding you back.
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