Scott Lavery
How Unmanaged Devices Are Worsening the Ransomware Crisis for Companies
October 31, 2024
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How Unmanaged Devices Are Worsening the Ransomware Crisis for Companies
The latest Microsoft Digital Defense Report sheds light on a troubling trend for businesses: unmanaged devices, particularly those used by remote workers, have become prime targets in ransomware attacks. Microsoft reports that a staggering 80-90% of ransomware attacks over the past year began with compromised, unmanaged devices. With the increasing reliance on Bring Your Own […]
Venn is Changing the Virtual Desktop Game With a Local Alternative
October 14, 2024
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Venn is Changing the Virtual Desktop Game With a Local Alternative
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) has long been the solution companies turn to for maintaining security and compliance on unmanaged laptops. But VDI is notorious for hindering productivity due to connectivity issues, latency, and incompatibility with local, native workflows on end-user laptops. As work and life continue to overlap, workforces become more geographically dispersed, and companies […]
PCI DSS 4.0: Securing Remote Work on Personal Devices
August 26, 2024
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PCI DSS 4.0: Securing Remote Work on Personal Devices
PCI DSS 4.0 (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard version 4.0) introduced several updates and new requirements to improve payment security and adapt to emerging security threats. In this blog, we’ll provide an overview of the key changes and how they apply to remote work on personal or unmanaged laptops, as well as how Venn […]
Harnessing the Power of BYOD Laptops for Sustainable Computing
August 13, 2024
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Harnessing the Power of BYOD Laptops for Sustainable Computing
Today, technology plays a pivotal role in our lives, both personally and professionally. And with more people working remote or hybrid, the lines between our personal and business lives continue to blur. We context switch moment to moment, which sometimes leads to people ignoring their company’s policies against using work computers for personal needs. Why […]
Exploring Remote Work Trends: Millennials + Gen Z Lead the Way
August 2, 2024
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Exploring Remote Work Trends: Millennials + Gen Z Lead the Way
In the rapidly evolving and dynamic workplace of today, organizations are tirelessly exploring strategies to recruit and sustain their best employees. One of the most significant shifts in the workforce has been the rise of remote work and the demand for more flexibility in the workplace. This trend is particularly evident among Millennials and Gen […]
The Top 9 BYOD Security Risks
July 13, 2024
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The Top 9 BYOD Security Risks
Over the past few years, it has become clear that enabling Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) workforces does wonders for employee productivity and morale. However, BYOD programs can also increase an organization’s exposure to cyberattacks and security risks if the right solutions and policies are not put in place. In this article, we explore some […]
6 Questions to Ask Your Remote Work Security Vendor
July 12, 2024
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6 Questions to Ask Your Remote Work Security Vendor
Businesses building BYOD workforces with remote employees, contractors and offshore workers know that this type of employment offers unprecedented opportunities for business scale and productivity. Yet, they also require IT and security solutions customized for their unique work habits. These can range from dedicated collaboration tools to tailored security platforms. Choosing the right vendors will […]
The Balancing Act: Usability and Security Square Off as Growing BYOD Workforces Emerge
July 12, 2024
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The Balancing Act: Usability and Security Square Off as Growing BYOD Workforces Emerge
The popularity and utility of remote work makes the debate between usability and security more relevant than ever. And with more companies embracing BYOD, they must provide tools that safeguard sensitive information but that are also easy and, dare I say, pleasant for their employees to use. Striking a balance between security and usability also […]
Overcoming Contractor Pushback to Installing BYOD Security Measures
July 9, 2024
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Overcoming Contractor Pushback to Installing BYOD Security Measures
We’ve all noticed the uptick in remote work and the growing trend for companies to employ contractors who provide specialized skills on a freelance basis. Apparently, this new ‘gig economy’ is here to stay. According to a study by Upwork and Freelancers Union, in 2023, 38% of the U.S. workforce, or 64 million Americans, performed […]
