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What is Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)? The Complete Guide for IT Managers
A lot has changed in the enterprise mobility landscape since this blog post was written years ago (in 2011). Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) practice has evolved from a trendy concept to a business necessity. As organizations adapt to hybrid work environments, the BYOD approach has become key in improving workforce productivity. We believe a…
Read MoreLock Android Tablet or Smartphone to a Single Application or Single App Mode
People often ask how to run only one app on Android devices, or how to lock an Android device to run only one app. Google searches like “Android allows only one app” and “Android tablet lock to one app” are very popular, which shows that everyone wants an easy way to secure their devices. The…
Read More6 Different Types of Wearable Technology You Must Know Right Now
Wearable smart devices, more commonly known as wearables, have earned a steady following among consumers over the last ten years. Smartwatches like the Apple Watch are likely the best-known wearables, but many other kinds of wearables have emerged, and continue to emerge today. Examples of modern wearable technology available on the market range from head-mounted…
Read MoreAndroid equivalent of iOS Guided Access Mode
iOS Guided Access Mode Guided Access Mode was introduced in iOS 6.0 and is used to help device user stay focused on one application while using an iOS device. This feature limits the iOS devices to run just a single application. Guided Access can be used to achieve the following -. Restrict iOS device…
Read MorePrevent installation of applications (APKs) on company-owned Android devices
Android users can install apps on their phones or tablets using two methods. The first method is to sign up for a Google Play account and install apps from Google Play. The second method is to sideload the app. Sideloading involves downloading the Android App APK file from the internet or copying it from the PC…
Read MoreA guide to blocking outgoing and incoming calls and texts to improve field-worker productivity
If you notice people at work sending and receiving calls and texts throughout the day, you’re witnessing a worldwide trend. Unfortunately, the issue won’t go away on its own. Unless managers learn how to block outgoing calls, workers may be tempted to make calls throughout the day. It stands to reason that worker productivity will…
Read More42Gears California Consumer Privacy Act Compliance Statement
Starting on January 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) will govern how businesses handle the personal information of California residents. CCPA is a new consumer protection and data privacy act which enhances privacy rights for residents of the state of California in the United States. The advent of CCPA will place new obligations…
Read More42Gears gets ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified
Team 42Gears is glad to announce that we are now ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified. ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognized framework that helps businesses manage and secure their information assets by making them more resilient and responsive to threats. The certificate proves our commitment to following stringent security measures to protect employee records/details, intellectual property and…
Read MoreSIEM – A shift in focus to threat monitoring
Traditionally, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) was used by companies to ensure regulatory compliance. But now, SIEM is primarily used for threat monitoring. As per Gartner analysts, there has been a “strong shift in focus in the client base to threat monitoring in the past year,” with compliance now playing second fiddle. However, the…
Read MoreWhy healthcare must rethink security protocols
Security threats have wreaked havoc across sectors, but no other industry stands to lose as much as the healthcare industry does. Because they deal with lives, every single day. So if there’s one industry that cannot afford to make a wrong call, it’s healthcare. And healthcare professionals are only too aware of this. But in…
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