Acquire and test all devices, and only


allow those that meet your requirements.  Measure and demonstrate the results and value of the BYOD program to the business and on the bottom line.


The Next Step: Understand Your Options When developing a BYOD plan, it is


important to take a look at the latest advanced networking technologies available today. You should consider wireless LAN and high-performance network switches. They can help you solve problems like supporting multiple clients with secure connectivity at the highest levels of performance. You should also look at complete BYOD solutions. Many of these solutions offer a “single pane of glass” management interface—IT can quickly onboard, provision, and monitor users, devices, and traffi c on the network whether the user is an employee, contractor, or guest or the device is connected wirelessly or through a wired port. In addition, look at mobile device data management solutions. They enable IT to more easily manage enterprise devices and their access to data. Capabilities include support for a wide range of OS platforms; full wipe, denial of email access, remote lock, and user notifi cation capabilities; application management support; and policy and security management tools—including support for password policies, device encryption, and jailbreak and root kit detection.


Virtualization and Cloud Computing Keep in mind that certain technology solutions have matured and developed as potential enablers of BYOD. Among these are virtualization and cloud computing. Desktop virtualization makes it possible to host your users’ desktops on your server—making them accessible remotely from thin clients, PCs, and mobile devices like phones, tablets, and notebooks. Desktop virtualization can also provide enhanced IT management capabilities. Migration, centralized patching, disaster recovery, segregation of personal and work data, and policy enforcement are among the benefi ts. Additionally hypervisors allow the separation of business and personal


applications—letting users run multiple workspaces on the same piece of hardware and giving them the option of swapping a VM from one computer to another. By combining access to work and personal applications on one device, virtual desktop technologies might also help users avoid being overwhelmed by the feeling of having too many devices. Cloud computing, if implemented


similarly to a virtual environment, can also enable BYOD. The cloud could become a compelling choice for your organization given that there can be broader groups of end users enabled by the applications through a wider mode of access. Both virtualization and cloud computing can enable and accelerate BYOD. Yet, in many settings this becomes a distraction to the more critical mission of preparing the entire IT infrastructure for future technologies that would result in larger, scalable BYOD.


Other Factors to Consider User segmentation can help your


organization identify which end-user segments benefi t the most from a BYOD initiative and in which end-user segments risk, cost, and other factors would inhibit a BYOD model. Also,


remember that a top down directive may enable BYOD as well. If a senior leader who is empowered to establish strategy says, “Make it so,” then it may be the job of IT and others to execute this strategy. For many workers the “desktop of


the future” will no longer be a physical device that houses all of their critical productivity tools, data, contacts, and secure network connections. In an ideal world, users could have a unifi ed view of their personal and corporate information from a single interface, while IT could manage and secure the corporate bubble and leave the personal side alone. A successful BYOD plan allows the “desktop” to be available from any of the user’s preferred devices—anywhere, anytime—allowing access to both personal and business applications without running afoul of IT security and compliance policies.


TURN THE PAGE to learn more about the latest networking solutions, and then call your Account Manager to see how we can help you create a BYOD-friendly network that delivers the performance, security, and manageability to work anytime, anywhere.


Is Your Network Ready for BYOD?


PC Connection’s assessments and services can give you a clear picture of your network infrastructure. If your organization is looking to make a BYOD plan, the fi rst step is to understand the capabilities and shortcomings of your existing network. We can help.


We can:


• Identify the capabilities of your network with a comprehensive Network Assessment


• Uncover weaknesses in your current approach with a comprehensive Security Assessment


• Assist with planning your WLAN deployment using site surveys


• Provide installation services to ensure you get the best coverage possible and that your WLAN deployment is successful


We also support the mobile computing needs of a workforce increasingly on the go with mobile device provisioning. We offer custom confi guration, image development, and delivery; enhanced security solutions for mobile data and devices; deployment and implementation; and management, testing, and support to meet all of your mobile needs.


Call your Account Manager today to learn how we can help prepare you for BYOD and mobilize your organization.


1.800.800.0014


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