According to Gartner, help desks will see a 25% to 30% decrease in calls from users thanks to BYOD. However, other reports have indicated that tech support skills are still in demand. With this in mind, Network World has put together some predictions on how BYOD will impact the help desk. According...
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An IDC Canada researcher discusses how bring-your-own-device policies need to be augmented with the right security and management approach
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Gartner has revealed that 50% of employees are now using their personal devices for work and that 90% of companies will support corporate applications on mobile devices by 2014. With this in mind, NaviSite has published a white paper that explores how these changes will impact corporate...
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One of IT’s biggest challenges is keeping data secure while allowing users to access corporate information via a variety of devices. CDW’s comprehensive reference guide, “Securing BYOD”, offers data protection strategies and best practices. It covers everything from securing enterprise...
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Just as many companies are starting to allow iOS and Android devices to connect to their network, along new entrant comes along. Resistance may be futile
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CDW published a comprehensive reference guide, “Securing BYOD: Guidelines on the strategies and tools needed for a secure and productive bring-your-own-device program”. The guide covers everything from enterprise mobility management to what to look for in data loss prevention software. For more...
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A recent research report from Ovum shows device choice is spreading across the global financial services sector. The fact that UC adoption is rising at the same time is no accident
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According to CIO.com, “The BYOD (bring your own device) movement affects everyone at a company, from the CEO on down to the hourly worker.” That’s why they’ve put together a slide deck that outlines “The 10 BYOD Worker Types” and explains how each group is either driving or surviving...
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Allowing employees to use their personal devices for work without having the right policies and support in place can lead to IT nightmares. Druva’s infographic on “The Rise and Risk of BYOD” outlines some major BYOD risks, so you can be aware of what you’re up against. According to the...
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A Cisco Canada exec talks about the network changes that need to be made to accommodate myriad devices, but growing the programs supporting IT choice isn’t easy. Just look at Delaware
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Research has revealed that 37% of information workers use technology before they get permission from IT. So if you can’t beat them … enable BYOD. With this in mind, MaaS360 has climbed the mountain and brought down The 10 Commandments of BYOD. The first commandment “Create Thy Policy Before...
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Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in BYOD, cloud security and more:
BlackBerry CEO, Thorsten Heins, predicted that the tablet would be dead within five years. Meanwhile, the PC has supposedly been on its way out for years. With these drivers in mind, ZDNet has...
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Forrester Research released a report called Building the Business Case for a Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) Program. The report is based on findings from a Forrester survey that revealed that “more than two-thirds of North American and European information workers personally choose the smartphones...
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Absolute Software has released a white paper that outlines the steps you can take to legally secure and manage employee-owned devices within your corporation. According to the BYOD Policy Implementation Guide, you should start by defining your IT requirements, such as the types of devices and...
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Welcome to the latest edition of the IP news roundup. Here are the latest headlines in BYOD, cloud, big data and more:
The 2013 iPass/MobileIron Mobile Enterprise Report revealed that the top two sources of IT frustration are onboarding and supporting mobile devices. According to the report,...
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The Consumer Electronics Showcase will present the latest and greatest gadgets, which is why IT departments will need the latest and greatest policies.
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With 94% of companies now letting employees use their personal devices to access corporate data, Perimeter E-Security has released a webinar called, “The 5 Best and Worst Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) Mobile Practices”. The one-hour webinar offers practical tips, such as avoid over-collecting...
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Device choice doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing proposition. Watch a video interview where Dax Nair discusses emerging best practices in dealing with consumer technology
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Apple’s latest must-have device is bound to show up at the office, proudly brandished by tech-forward employees. Are organizations ready for the next bout of BYOD? Experts say most companies need a kick in the mobile management department
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Everyone loves an infographic! An Evolven blog post rounded up 9 infographics that explore all things BYOD. Here are a few interesting statistics:
In 2016, 350 million employees will use their smartphones for work and 200 million will bring their own device (Forrester Research).
91% of IT...
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Hold the iPhone 5; research from Ipsos-Reid indicates Google-based devices have become the predominant choice among users. Understand the corporate considerations
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Here’s a roundup of today’s hottest IP news:
If you allow your employees to use their personal devices for work, does this mean that you’ll end up paying more in overtime? According to an LSJ.com interview with Teresa Thompson, an attorney for Fredrikson & Byron, maybe. “If it’s...
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A lawyer from Blakes speaks at a panel discussion about the areas of risk and liability that technology professionals need to incorporate into bring-your-own device policies — before it’s too late
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[White Paper] Best Practices for Enabling Employee-Owned Smartphones in the Enterprise
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A new report by MokaFive states that the majority of businesses now allow employees to use their personal devices at work. According to the results of the BYOD: The IT Perspective survey, 88% of respondents said their companies have some form of BYOD, whether it is sanctioned or not.
However,...
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