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For some people, BYOD pros and cons may sound like an office Christmas party request gone awry. In actuality, BYOD stands for Bring Your Own Device. This particular four-letter acronym poses a serious cyber-security question for every company, regardless of size. Whether you are a corporate giant or a small business, the pros and cons of bringing your own device require a BYOD top-down policy.
Allowing your employees to make that decision independently or not addressing the potential security issues that come with BYOD is a grave mistake. That’s because your mobile device, especially when connected to your company’s network, offers an opportunity for hackers to exploit.
However, unilaterally banning personal devices from your workplace may provoke a riot among your employees. There are also productivity advantages of allowing personal devices for business use. Naturally, with great power comes great responsibility. If you ever wondered about the pros and cons of bringing your own device, read on!