Mobile devices are a way of life in both the consumer and business realms — and business interests must be protected where the two converge.

This customizable policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, provides guidelines for the safe and productive use of mobile devices (laptop computers, tablets, smartphones, etc.) by employees. It includes stipulations for company and employee-owned devices and requirements for users and IT departments responsible for supporting and administering mobile devices.

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  REQUIREMENTS FOR USERS

  • Ensure all mobile device use involving company operations is for business/professional reasons.

  • Only access information that is needed to perform your job or assist others in doing so as part of the valid scope of their duties.

  • Lock devices when not in use.

  • Do not share devices with other employees or non-company personnel.

  • Never share passwords with those who are not authorized to have them, or leave passwords in an accessible place (such as on a Post-it Note).

  • Passwords must be changed immediately if you suspect they may have become known to others.

  • Store all shared mobile device passwords (such as those for loaner equipment) in a centralized and encrypted password database. The main password for these databases must also be kept private and provided only to authorized individuals.

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