As summer travel ramps up, so does the risk to your business data. With more employees working remotely or checking in from the beach, coffee shop, or airport lounge, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) setups are more vulnerable than ever. Without proper safeguards, personal laptops, smartphones, and tablets can become easy entry points for cybercriminals.
At Lane Technology Solutions, we help businesses create policies and protections that make BYOD safer—especially during vacation season.
Why BYOD Needs Extra Attention in the Summer
Personal devices often lack the same level of security as company-managed equipment. When employees travel, they may connect to public Wi-Fi, skip updates, or access sensitive files on unsecured networks. Even something as simple as leaving a phone unlocked in a hotel lobby can put company data at risk.
5 Tips to Secure BYOD This Vacation Season
1. Require Device Encryption and Strong Passwords
Encryption protects data if a device is lost or stolen. Combined with strong passcodes or biometric authentication, it’s your first line of defense.
2. Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
MFA adds an extra layer of security to every login, making it much harder for unauthorized users to gain access—even if credentials are compromised.
3. Use a Mobile Device Management (MDM) Solution
MDM tools like Microsoft Intune allow you to enforce security policies, remotely wipe data if needed, and ensure devices are compliant before connecting to your network.
4. Set Clear BYOD Usage Policies
Outline what’s acceptable and what’s not. For example, prohibit connecting to unsecured public Wi-Fi without a VPN, or require devices to auto-lock after a short period of inactivity.
5. Provide Employee Training
Make sure your team knows the risks and responsibilities of using personal devices for work. A quick refresher before vacation season can prevent costly mistakes.
Bonus Tip: Implement Conditional Access with Microsoft 365
With Microsoft 365, you can set conditional access policies that limit access based on user location, device status, and risk level. It’s a smart way to give flexibility without sacrificing security.
Stay Secure—Wherever Work Happens
BYOD can boost productivity and flexibility, but without proper protections, it opens your business to serious risks. This summer, make sure your team is equipped—and your data is protected.
Need help setting up secure BYOD policies?
Contact Lane Technology Solutions and let’s make remote work worry-free.