The BYOD Bulletin
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 […]
BYOD Laptops: The Ultimate Guide for 2024
July 8, 2024
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BYOD Laptops: The Ultimate Guide for 2024
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, the concept of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has gained significant traction. As businesses strive for greater flexibility and cost-efficiency, BYOD policies, especially those involving laptops, are becoming increasingly popular. This ultimate guide will explore everything businesses need to know about implementing BYOD policies in 2024, including the benefits, challenges, […]
Why VDI Fell Short for Leading Real Estate Firm: Venn’s Answer
July 3, 2024
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Why VDI Fell Short for Leading Real Estate Firm: Venn’s Answer
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) was once seen as a promising solution for companies. One company we recently spoke with – a leading real estate firm with a diverse set of needs and a large workforce – did just that, but for their use case, it was more of a problem than a solution. The practical […]
Enabling BYOD Workforces and Digital Transformation
July 3, 2024
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Enabling BYOD Workforces and Digital Transformation
There is a growing emphasis on remote work and BYOD policies in today’s workforce, pushing companies to undergo urgent digital transformation. Organizations need secure and efficient methods of accessing files, data, and applications that comply with data security and regulation requirements. Until today, solutions like VDI and VPNs have presented partial solutions, but they come […]
The Essential BYOD Workforce Toolkit for IT Teams
July 2, 2024
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The Essential BYOD Workforce Toolkit for IT Teams
BYOD enhances employee productivity and satisfaction, but it also requires IT to ensure devices are secured and enable employees to connect to required systems. This can create significant overhead for IT teams. They need to create a BYOD strategy, install all apps, and support, maintain and address user concerns across laptops, smartphones, tablets and other […]
Tackling the Top 4 Remote Wipe Challenges for Laptops in BYOD Workforces
June 24, 2024
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Tackling the Top 4 Remote Wipe Challenges for Laptops in BYOD Workforces
In today’s dynamic work environment, the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) trend is no longer just an option; it’s a necessity. Employees using personal laptops for work can significantly boost productivity and flexibility. However, this convenience also introduces substantial security risks, particularly when it comes to sensitive data protection. There are several critical scenarios where […]
The 2nd Transformation
June 24, 2024
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The 2nd Transformation
“We thought that the Covid remote-work transformation was hard…” An IT leader at a noted fin-tech company told me this in a conversation we had recently, and it’s stuck with me since I first heard it. He was referring to the 2nd transformative IT process that his company has gone through in less than three […]
When Enabling BYOD Workforces: What IS vs. What ISN’T Secure
June 24, 2024
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When Enabling BYOD Workforces: What IS vs. What ISN’T Secure
Conventional workplace paradigms have evolved into modern BYOD workforces, driven by a more geographically dispersed workforce and employees who want more remote work options and device flexibility. Companies now heavily rely on contractors, freelancers, offshore workers, and remote workers – many of whom use their personal devices for work. While BYOD workforce policies allow companies […]
Navigating the Ethical Landscape of BYOD: Balancing Security and Privacy
June 20, 2024
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Navigating the Ethical Landscape of BYOD: Balancing Security and Privacy
I felt inspired to write this blog because of my experience on the product team at Venn. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to meet with a myriad of folks and understand the various challenges their organizations are facing while on their quest to better enable their BYOD workforces. Many of these organizations were also investigating […]
