The BYOD Bulletin
“Shadow IT” is the term used for when employees use software, applications, or devices that have not been authorized by the IT department. It might be as simple and innocent as an employee copying and pasting information into an unapproved app because it’s faster and easier. Think of how many people use popular consumer messaging […]
The landscape of remote work has evolved dramatically, bringing both opportunities and challenges for organizations. For IT leaders, securing remote workers, especially those using personal devices, has become a significant concern. The experiences of a leading financial management firm highlight the pressing need for a new approach to securing remote work. Here are the critical […]
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently updated its Health Breach Notification Rule to address the evolving landscape of digital health applications and connected devices. This update is particularly significant as it strengthens protections for users’ sensitive health data, ensuring that breaches are promptly reported and managed to mitigate potential harm. In this blog we’ll highlight […]
The industry is brimming with remote connectivity solutions, but what if the solution was right here, under our noses the entire time? By running locally, organizations can ensure they get the productivity, security and compliance advantages, without the loss of productivity and latency issues that come with VDIs. In this blog post, we explain how. […]
The telehealth industry, which provides healthcare services remotely using digital communication technologies, represents a transformative shift in healthcare delivery. As healthcare increasingly moves online, more and more providers are delivering care remotely. This shift offers numerous benefits, from increased accessibility to greater convenience for patients and providers alike. However, with the rise of remote workforces […]
Modern businesses are increasingly adopting remote work solutions. This is driven by advancements in technology, changing employee expectations, and the long-lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Remote work enhances employee productivity, allows for business continuity, helps organizations broaden their talent pool and increases employee job satisfaction. However, remote work also comes at a cost for […]
Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies have become extremely popular in organizations, especially with the rise of remote and hybrid work. Ideally, the use of personal devices can significantly enhance the user experience and increase productivity. Users can work from anywhere, at any time. However, this new approach also means that many companies are trusting contractors, partners, employees, […]
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent enhancement of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) Safeguards Rule introduces a critical requirement: businesses must notify the FTC within 30 days of discovering a data breach affecting 500 or more consumers. This heightened focus on information security and timely breach reporting aims to protect consumers’ nonpublic personal information (NPI), particularly […]
The make-up of the modern workforce is evolving, driven by the rise in remote work and shifting employee preferences. In fact, the number of independent workers in the US has almost doubled since 2020, according to a study by McKinsey. But with companies hiring more remote contractors, they are facing many new challenges, too. In […]
