As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote access has now
become a life line for maintaining an organization's ability to
conduct business. As a result, "bring your own
device" ("BYOD") policies should be top of mind for
both employer and employees. While different organizations will
approach BYOD from different perspectives, each and every
organization requires some form of BYOD strategy.
Organizations are now accepting BYOD as the new
"normal". Some may fail, however, to appreciate the risks
that can arise with an employee's use of their mobile
device. To address these risks, organizations should review,
update and revise accordingly the remote access, security and other
policies in response to the increased use of personal mobile
devices that access an organization's information technology.
Where there are no such policies and procedures, while not ideal,
now is the time to adopt procedures and policies governing the use
of personal mobile devices for work
