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BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)

Security

Shadow IT Data Classification Endpoint Security Information Security

Policy model allowing personally owned devices to access organizational resources under controls.

Definition

BYOD programs allow personal devices to access organizational systems, typically with controls like MDM, encryption, strong authentication, and app/container separation.

In plain English Policy model allowing personally owned devices to access organizational resources under controls.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Without governance, BYOD increases data leakage and privacy issues for both the user and the organization.

Example

Example: Use separate work profiles, enforce screen lock, and restrict access based on device compliance checks.