What are your pros and cons of BYOD?
During this year’s Interop conference, many speakers and attendees discussed the pros and cons of BYOD or bring-your-own-device. Gib Sorebo, chief cyber-security technologist at SAIC, said BYOD may seem like a necessity but it’s not always the case. What are your pros and cons of BYOD?
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| May 17, 2013 12:48 PM
BYOD, Consumerization, Mobile
During this year’s Interop conference, many speakers and attendees discussed the pros and cons of BYOD or bring-your-own-device. Gib Sorebo, chief cyber-security technologist at SAIC, said BYOD may seem like a necessity but it’s not always the case. What are your pros and cons of BYOD?
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| May 17, 2013 12:48 PM
BYOD, Consumerization, Mobile
How would you manage your BYOD bandwidth successfully?
As more companies embrace BYOD policies, the increase in devices can tax networks and complicate bandwidth management. To mange your bandwidth successfully, expert Craig Mathias says to follow these three steps: Manage Policy Regulate bandwidth and shape traffic Manage the whole network Do you agree with these steps? How would you manage your BYOD bandwidth [...]
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| May 13, 2013 1:52 PM
Bandwidth management, BYOD, Networking
As more companies embrace BYOD policies, the increase in devices can tax networks and complicate bandwidth management. To mange your bandwidth successfully, expert Craig Mathias says to follow these three steps: Manage Policy Regulate bandwidth and shape traffic Manage the whole network Do you agree with these steps? How would you manage your BYOD bandwidth [...]
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| May 13, 2013 1:52 PM
Bandwidth management, BYOD, Networking
Why do you think there’s a renewed interest in UC&C?
A recent survey by the research firm Ovum confirmed a renewed interest in unified communications & collaboration as over 80% of respondents said they have plans to implement some UC&C in the next two years. Also, 78% claimed to have the dedicated budget to do so. Why do you think there’s a renewed interest in [...]
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| May 13, 2013 1:07 PM
BYOD, Collaboration, Unified Communications
A recent survey by the research firm Ovum confirmed a renewed interest in unified communications & collaboration as over 80% of respondents said they have plans to implement some UC&C in the next two years. Also, 78% claimed to have the dedicated budget to do so. Why do you think there’s a renewed interest in [...]
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| May 13, 2013 1:07 PM
BYOD, Collaboration, Unified Communications
Tablet comparison
What’s the best value tablet on the market?
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| April 10, 2013 2:24 AM
Tablets
What’s the best value tablet on the market?
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| April 10, 2013 2:24 AM
Tablets
How will Facebook Home affect BYOD policies?
Another headache is brewing for companies trying to establish BYOD policies. Facebook recently announced ‘Facebook Home,’ an application for Android operating systems that will provide deep Facebook functionality on mobile devices. How will Facebook Home affect BYOD policies? What problems could it create for enterprises?
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| April 15, 2013 1:21 PM
BYOD, Facebook
Another headache is brewing for companies trying to establish BYOD policies. Facebook recently announced ‘Facebook Home,’ an application for Android operating systems that will provide deep Facebook functionality on mobile devices. How will Facebook Home affect BYOD policies? What problems could it create for enterprises?
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| April 15, 2013 1:21 PM
BYOD, Facebook
Will the iPad ever become a true corporate device?
One of the main devices driving us into the BYOD era has been the iPad. Many people believe it’s destined to populate corporate offices. However, Matthew Oakeley, the head of IT at the management firm Schroders, believes it won’t due to its integration issues with Microsoft and the Surface Pro will become the BYOD king. [...]
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| April 15, 2013 5:53 PM
BYOD, ipad, Tablets
One of the main devices driving us into the BYOD era has been the iPad. Many people believe it’s destined to populate corporate offices. However, Matthew Oakeley, the head of IT at the management firm Schroders, believes it won’t due to its integration issues with Microsoft and the Surface Pro will become the BYOD king. [...]
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| April 15, 2013 5:53 PM
BYOD, ipad, Tablets
Are softphones the future of BYOD?
As more enterprises move into the BYOD era, the term ‘softphones’ has become a key trait as it allows IT departments to deliver unified communication systems. According to Diane Meyers, an analyst for Infonetics Research, the relationship between a workplace phone extension and a hard phone will become a thing of the past. Are softphones [...]
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| April 2, 2013 1:57 PM
BYOD, Softphone
As more enterprises move into the BYOD era, the term ‘softphones’ has become a key trait as it allows IT departments to deliver unified communication systems. According to Diane Meyers, an analyst for Infonetics Research, the relationship between a workplace phone extension and a hard phone will become a thing of the past. Are softphones [...]
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| April 2, 2013 1:57 PM
BYOD, Softphone
What would you rather use: Enterprise or Cloud-based applications?
As BYOD continues to grow, many enterprises are turning to enterprise app stores instead of cloud-based app stores (Apple and Google) to better control mobile applications. Is this the right direction? What would you rather use: Enterprise or Cloud-based applications?
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| March 25, 2013 3:14 PM
BYOD, Enterprise applications, Mobile applications
As BYOD continues to grow, many enterprises are turning to enterprise app stores instead of cloud-based app stores (Apple and Google) to better control mobile applications. Is this the right direction? What would you rather use: Enterprise or Cloud-based applications?
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| March 25, 2013 3:14 PM
BYOD, Enterprise applications, Mobile applications
Is Blackberry 10 the best choice for enterprise in terms of BYOD?
Jeff Holleran, Blackberry’s senior director of enterprise product management, claims that the new Blackberry 10 operating system in conjunction with the BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10 provides the best mobile and BYOD system for both owners and companies. Do you think he’s right and do you believe Blackberry will be able to make significant inroads into [...]
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| March 18, 2013 2:17 PM
BlackBerry, BlackBerry 10, BYOD, Enterprise Security
Jeff Holleran, Blackberry’s senior director of enterprise product management, claims that the new Blackberry 10 operating system in conjunction with the BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10 provides the best mobile and BYOD system for both owners and companies. Do you think he’s right and do you believe Blackberry will be able to make significant inroads into [...]
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| March 18, 2013 2:17 PM
BlackBerry, BlackBerry 10, BYOD, Enterprise Security
Do you think SAP Centers of Excellence can help with BYOD?
As BYOD continues to grow, can SAP fit provide a safe framework for businesses through Centers of Excellence? Can you see a way that IT strategists could use Centers of Excellence to provide the flexibility to adopt mobile-centric rules that provide security to both staff and the company?
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| March 11, 2013 7:03 PM
BYOD, Center of Excellence, SAP
As BYOD continues to grow, can SAP fit provide a safe framework for businesses through Centers of Excellence? Can you see a way that IT strategists could use Centers of Excellence to provide the flexibility to adopt mobile-centric rules that provide security to both staff and the company?
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| March 11, 2013 7:03 PM
BYOD, Center of Excellence, SAP
Are you familiar with identity management systems?
As BYOD becomes more prevalent, some companies have turned to identity management systems to safeguard data and employees. Are you aware of identity management systems? Has your company adopted such software tools?
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| March 5, 2013 8:08 PM
BYOD, Identity management, Security
As BYOD becomes more prevalent, some companies have turned to identity management systems to safeguard data and employees. Are you aware of identity management systems? Has your company adopted such software tools?
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| March 5, 2013 8:08 PM
BYOD, Identity management, Security
2 iPads
How is it that with 2 iPads in the same room, only one can get Wi-Fi and the other can’t?
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| February 18, 2013 4:33 PM
iPads, Tablets
How is it that with 2 iPads in the same room, only one can get Wi-Fi and the other can’t?
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| February 18, 2013 4:33 PM
iPads, Tablets
Broken earphone in Kindle Fire
How do I remove a broken earphone from my Kindle Fire? The tip has been broken off inside.
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| February 11, 2013 3:05 AM
Kindle Fire, Tablets
How do I remove a broken earphone from my Kindle Fire? The tip has been broken off inside.
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| February 11, 2013 3:05 AM
Kindle Fire, Tablets
How big of a risk is BYOD?
While more companies are inviting employees to ‘bring their own device’ to work, many still see BYOD as a potential security risk. According to a recent survey by (ISC)2, 78% of security professionals say the trend presents a ‘somewhat’ or ‘very significant’ risk. How big of a concern is BYOD to you? What steps has [...]
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| February 12, 2013 2:10 PM
BYOD, Security, smartphone
While more companies are inviting employees to ‘bring their own device’ to work, many still see BYOD as a potential security risk. According to a recent survey by (ISC)2, 78% of security professionals say the trend presents a ‘somewhat’ or ‘very significant’ risk. How big of a concern is BYOD to you? What steps has [...]
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| February 12, 2013 2:10 PM
BYOD, Security, smartphone
What are your company’s BYOD practices?
As more companies begin to deal with BYOD issues and strategies, consumerization expert Cesare Garlati discusses the three key practices in managing a BYOD program. What practices has your company put in to deal with ‘bring-your-own-device’?
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| December 4, 2012 9:45 PM
BYOD, Consumerization
As more companies begin to deal with BYOD issues and strategies, consumerization expert Cesare Garlati discusses the three key practices in managing a BYOD program. What practices has your company put in to deal with ‘bring-your-own-device’?
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| December 4, 2012 9:45 PM
BYOD, Consumerization
Why is Apple’s tablet market share falling?
IDC’s latest tablet report showed Apple’s commanding lead has fallen from 59.7% to 50.4% in the last year with Samsung and Amazon jumping up considerably. Why is Apple’s tablet market share falling? Will the iPad mini be able to halt its slide?
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| November 29, 2012 9:50 PM
Amazon, Apple, samsung, Tablets
IDC’s latest tablet report showed Apple’s commanding lead has fallen from 59.7% to 50.4% in the last year with Samsung and Amazon jumping up considerably. Why is Apple’s tablet market share falling? Will the iPad mini be able to halt its slide?
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| November 29, 2012 9:50 PM
Amazon, Apple, samsung, Tablets
Are BYOD programs a security risk?
According to a recent study by Ovum, 80% of corporate BYOD programs are ‘inadequately managed by IT departments.’ As more companies allow their staff to use their own computing devices to do work, they’re struggling to address the programs that enable corporate control and guidance. How is your company controlling BYOD? Are they mitigating the [...]
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| October 26, 2012 6:57 PM
BYOD, Consumerization, Security
According to a recent study by Ovum, 80% of corporate BYOD programs are ‘inadequately managed by IT departments.’ As more companies allow their staff to use their own computing devices to do work, they’re struggling to address the programs that enable corporate control and guidance. How is your company controlling BYOD? Are they mitigating the [...]
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| October 26, 2012 6:57 PM
BYOD, Consumerization, Security
Open IT Forum: Which tablet will reign supreme?
As Apple and Microsoft prepare to make their highly anticipated tablet announcements this week, expert Ron Miller gives us a look at what each tablet has to offer. Which one do you think will reign supreme in the market?
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| October 22, 2012 4:25 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft Surface, Tablet
As Apple and Microsoft prepare to make their highly anticipated tablet announcements this week, expert Ron Miller gives us a look at what each tablet has to offer. Which one do you think will reign supreme in the market?
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| October 22, 2012 4:25 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft Surface, Tablet
Open IT Forum: Microsoft Surface’s potential use in the enterprise
Microsoft released the starting price for the Surface yesterday, starting at $500 and going all the way up to $700 (with all the accessories). As the release date edges closer, what do you think will be the Surface’s potential use in the enterprise?
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| October 17, 2012 7:05 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft Surface
Microsoft released the starting price for the Surface yesterday, starting at $500 and going all the way up to $700 (with all the accessories). As the release date edges closer, what do you think will be the Surface’s potential use in the enterprise?
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| October 17, 2012 7:05 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft Surface
What do you think of Steve Ballmer’s letter to Microsoft shareholders?
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer released a letter to shareholders yesterday that discussed how the company sees itself now and how it might evolve. In particular, he focused on the versatility of Windows 8, and the ways Microsoft is responding to the consumerization trend. He also hints at getting more involved in hardware production, which some [...]
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| October 10, 2012 4:39 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft, Mobile, Windows 8
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer released a letter to shareholders yesterday that discussed how the company sees itself now and how it might evolve. In particular, he focused on the versatility of Windows 8, and the ways Microsoft is responding to the consumerization trend. He also hints at getting more involved in hardware production, which some [...]
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| October 10, 2012 4:39 PM
Consumerization, Microsoft, Mobile, Windows 8
