10.16.2019 - By Jenni Stone
An increasing number of employers are allowing their employees to use their own personal mobile devices for work purposes, a trend known as BYOD. As many as 80 percent of smartphones used for work are reportedly employee-owned. This increased usage of personal devices brings some potential pitfalls for employers. Despite the many risks of BYOD, there are some smart security measures employers can take to minimize liability and that there are even some benefits for employers that institute a strong policy.