Organizations should enforce implementation of MDM (Mobile Device Management) for data security. This will ensure organization security policies to be applied for organizational apps and data while allowing full freedom to use personal mobile device freely

MDM solutions will play a key role in providing remote wipe facility, some may even provide disc encryption. Remote wipe will be necessary as the device will be handling organizational data through logins to various applications and might even store data. Email admin suite will play a key role in remotely blocking mail IDs active on lost devices - this will apply to both organizational device and BYOD. As far as access control is concerned, the BYOD policy in conjunction with the Access control policy must clearly define what at the classified levels of data that can be stored, accessed and processed through personal devices. Yet again, based on information access restriction levels, USB blocking must be explored.

To ensure data security with personal device use, we implement Mobile Device Management (MDM) to enforce encryption and app controls. VPN access is required for secure connections, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds a layer of protection against unauthorized access. Data is encrypted on all devices, with access controlled by role-based permissions. Endpoint security software is mandatory, and regular security training is provided to help users identify threats. We also use Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools to monitor sensitive data and conduct periodic audits to maintain compliance with security standards.

Employees should be prohibited from using their own devices for company business/information/correspondence. Allowing BYOD is a recipe for loss of confidentiality and data leaks. Employees should use only company computers and devices while working, and must not download or copy information onto their personal devices.