When looking for ways to implement corporate sustainability practices, many IT managers look to the growing popularity of bring-your-own-device (BYOD) initiatives. There are, however, data safety and security points to consider. Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner, Dr. Ann Cavoukian, along with TELUS, explores the options for workplaces in a new white paper, Bring Your Own Device: Is Your Organization Ready?, which sets out the following comprehensive five-step process.
- Requirement Documentation. Understand the usage patterns of all mobile workers.
- Technology Selection. Align the right technologies to assure compliance across the infrastructure.
- Policy Development. Establish obligations, requirements, and criteria in a formal policy.
- Security. Address data security risks with effective administrative controls.
- Support. Ensure support for end-users with appropriate capabilities and processes.