What is " BYOD "?

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“Bring Your Own Device” - or BYOD – is a policy where employees use their personal devices (phones, laptops, tablets, etc.) for work, rather than company-provided devices.

BYOD emerged as a response to the growing use of personal devices and the desire for flexibility in how employees work. It has become more popular recently for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the desire for reduction in device maintenance for companies – and the associated cost.

BYOD may have its benefits, but it has some downfalls, too. The biggest is the security risks, including unauthorized access to company data. The company may save on maintenance costs, but this can mean that devices aren’t maintained to the same standards.

To alleviate some of these risks, companies need to have clear policies in place to deal with BYOD, before starting it up. This includes security and data access, as well as device management – either through policy or via device management software.

While BYOD can be a great way for employees to have more flexibility in how they work and save companies money, it’s important to understand the potential risks.

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