Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stories - Page 12
One of the more obvious acronyms you’ll encounter in the information technology, BYOD is exactly what it appears to be: your own devices used at home, but brought into the office and used for work. BYOD is a big deal in the technology space because it requires careful management, with issues including keeping personal information and apps separate from professional ones, securing company data, and establishing how support is provided. With the proliferation of smartphones, tablets and personally-owned laptops and other devices, BYOD is a practical reality for almost every organisation today.
BYOD security: Protect your data before it's too late
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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BYOD data protection policy is crucial as mobile devices are targeted by criminals, says Acronis. 38% of companies to rely on BYOD by 2016.
Kiwi company reaps the benefits of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise UC platform
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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Alcaltel Lucent Enterprise has provided a Kiwi packing and cool storage company with a single unified communications platform for all employees.
Landesk looks at employee satisfaction and BYOD
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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The majority of employees are satisfied with their IT departments, and BYOD is aiding productivity but is still a security gap, says Landesk.
BYOD and mobility boosting VoIP market
Thu, 11th Jun 2015
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The increase in smart devices has lead to a growth the VoIP services across the growth, according to new research.
Are Kiwi SMBs dismissing BYOD threats?
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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Small business owners are not concerned about the security risks of BYOD, leaving their company vulnerable, according to a study by Kaspersky Lab.
Come 2020, 70% of people will be using smartphones
Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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By 2020, smartphone subscriptions will be more than double, reaching 6.1 billion, and 70% of the world's population will be using smartphones.
Public WiFi and BYOD a backdoor route for cyberattacks
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Companies need security measures to protect against cyber criminals accessing information & networks through activities staff may think are harmless.
Fortinet snaps up Meru; launches BYOD service
Thu, 28th May 2015
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Fortinet is the latest company in acquisition mode, announcing it will acquire Wi-Fi networking company Meru Networks, in a US$44 million deal.
BYOD security policies vital
Wed, 27th May 2015
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BYOD policies require commitment from all employees to follow security policies says Rick Bell, architect for UXC Connect.
Blurred lines putting enterprise security at risk
Wed, 6th May 2015
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Dell says with BYOD, social media and a 'booming' hackers market, privacy in the workplace is more important than ever before.
BYOD in the classroom: The benefits
Tue, 21st Apr 2015
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BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is a trend that's taking hold of the education sector, bringing benefits such as increased accessibility to information a.
AVG releases Business SSO for IT providers and small businesses
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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AVG Technologies, the online security company, has announced the immediate availability of AVG Business Secure Sign-On (SSO).
Commvault endpoint data protection strengthens enterprise BYOD initiatives
Tue, 20th Jan 2015
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Commvault launches new Simpana for Endpoint Data Protection, ensuring data safety for the mobile workforce amidst rising global breaches.
Why CIOs need to start caring about Windows Server 2003 End of Support
Thu, 15th Jan 2015
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CIOs must act swiftly as Microsoft ends support for Windows Server 2003 on July 14, 2015, a move posing significant security and compliance risks.
Industry-first data plan to separate business and personal mobile data
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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Good Technology unveils Good Work with Data, the first plan to split business and personal mobile data, redefining BYOD landscapes.
Improve productivity with BYOD
Tue, 30th Dec 2014
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Access versus security - it shouldn't be a trade-off, says Fortinet's Scott Cowen. He offers some security tips for the mobile workforce.
ESET responds to security threats brought by IoT and BYOD
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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BYOD and the internet of things (IoT) come with new security threats and the need for more sophisticated solutions.
Paying too much for telecoms
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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UK firms overpaying for telecoms, with nearly half of ICT budget absorbed, says Gartner. Savings await those who review deals, advises TeleConsultants.
The never-ending security challenge... How do resellers stay on top?
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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As cyber threats evolve, experts reveal how staying vigilant is crucial for resellers to protect customer networks amidst increased complexity.
Mobile privacy and the cross-device conundrum...
Tue, 2nd Sep 2014
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Most mobile apps ask us kindly to agree to all kinds of data sharing up front. We do, assuming the app won't work if we don't (it will).