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9 IMPORTANT ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR
BYOD POLICY
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About WhistleBlower Security
Making Good Companies Better
WhistleBlower Security Inc is a Canadian based
global provider of customized ethics reporting
services dedicated to safeguarding businesses
against risk and committed to promoting a
culture of integrity collaboration and
transparency for our employees and clients
WhistleBlowerrsquos 247365 hotline reporting and
analytic solutions are combined with advanced
security and data management to equip
organizations with the tangible tools that will deter
and prevent ongoing fraud For more information
visit whistleblowersecuritycom
Share this eBook
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9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
3
Contents
4 Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
5 Step 1 Control Level
6 Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
7 Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
8 Step 4 Privacy Expectations
9 Step 5 Compliance With The Law
10 Step 6 Cost
11 Step 7 Confidentiality
Step 8 Employee Consent
Step 9 Employee Termination
12
13
Step 10 Request a Demo14
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9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
4
Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) phenomenon isnrsquot just limited to North America
nor exclusively to large organizations Globally a staggering 89 of IT leaders from
enterprise and mid-size organizations support BYOD in some form And 69 view
BYOD as either somewhat or extremely positive1 These are very high numbers
Organizations around the globe are embracing BYOD and this will have profound
implications on how an organization provisions devices and controls network access
To keep up with this growing trend a successful BYOD policy needs to be implemented
carefully It needs to boost positive outcomes and at the same time mitigate risk The
following are nine important items to include in your BYOD policy
1 [httpwwwciscocomwebaboutac79docsreBYOD_Horizons-Globalpdf
Percentage of employees designated mobile workers vs
employees who use a mobile device for work
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
5
Step 1 Control Level
With employees accessing the organizationrsquos network with their personal devices itrsquos
essential that the organization maintains a level of control over who has access to its
network and data Employees want more control over where and how they work and
what tools they use to get the job done Ensure your BYOD policy maintains control over
who has access to the network and what procedures are used to monitor employee
devices Your policy should also show that the organization is able to preserve the data
on employeersquos devices if there are any restrictions
By fostering BYOD with a strong policy and proper
management organizations can harness a potent
source of value
ldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
2
About WhistleBlower Security
Making Good Companies Better
WhistleBlower Security Inc is a Canadian based
global provider of customized ethics reporting
services dedicated to safeguarding businesses
against risk and committed to promoting a
culture of integrity collaboration and
transparency for our employees and clients
WhistleBlowerrsquos 247365 hotline reporting and
analytic solutions are combined with advanced
security and data management to equip
organizations with the tangible tools that will deter
and prevent ongoing fraud For more information
visit whistleblowersecuritycom
Share this eBook
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
3
Contents
4 Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
5 Step 1 Control Level
6 Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
7 Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
8 Step 4 Privacy Expectations
9 Step 5 Compliance With The Law
10 Step 6 Cost
11 Step 7 Confidentiality
Step 8 Employee Consent
Step 9 Employee Termination
12
13
Step 10 Request a Demo14
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
4
Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) phenomenon isnrsquot just limited to North America
nor exclusively to large organizations Globally a staggering 89 of IT leaders from
enterprise and mid-size organizations support BYOD in some form And 69 view
BYOD as either somewhat or extremely positive1 These are very high numbers
Organizations around the globe are embracing BYOD and this will have profound
implications on how an organization provisions devices and controls network access
To keep up with this growing trend a successful BYOD policy needs to be implemented
carefully It needs to boost positive outcomes and at the same time mitigate risk The
following are nine important items to include in your BYOD policy
1 [httpwwwciscocomwebaboutac79docsreBYOD_Horizons-Globalpdf
Percentage of employees designated mobile workers vs
employees who use a mobile device for work
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
5
Step 1 Control Level
With employees accessing the organizationrsquos network with their personal devices itrsquos
essential that the organization maintains a level of control over who has access to its
network and data Employees want more control over where and how they work and
what tools they use to get the job done Ensure your BYOD policy maintains control over
who has access to the network and what procedures are used to monitor employee
devices Your policy should also show that the organization is able to preserve the data
on employeersquos devices if there are any restrictions
By fostering BYOD with a strong policy and proper
management organizations can harness a potent
source of value
ldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
3
Contents
4 Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
5 Step 1 Control Level
6 Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
7 Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
8 Step 4 Privacy Expectations
9 Step 5 Compliance With The Law
10 Step 6 Cost
11 Step 7 Confidentiality
Step 8 Employee Consent
Step 9 Employee Termination
12
13
Step 10 Request a Demo14
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
4
Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) phenomenon isnrsquot just limited to North America
nor exclusively to large organizations Globally a staggering 89 of IT leaders from
enterprise and mid-size organizations support BYOD in some form And 69 view
BYOD as either somewhat or extremely positive1 These are very high numbers
Organizations around the globe are embracing BYOD and this will have profound
implications on how an organization provisions devices and controls network access
To keep up with this growing trend a successful BYOD policy needs to be implemented
carefully It needs to boost positive outcomes and at the same time mitigate risk The
following are nine important items to include in your BYOD policy
1 [httpwwwciscocomwebaboutac79docsreBYOD_Horizons-Globalpdf
Percentage of employees designated mobile workers vs
employees who use a mobile device for work
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
5
Step 1 Control Level
With employees accessing the organizationrsquos network with their personal devices itrsquos
essential that the organization maintains a level of control over who has access to its
network and data Employees want more control over where and how they work and
what tools they use to get the job done Ensure your BYOD policy maintains control over
who has access to the network and what procedures are used to monitor employee
devices Your policy should also show that the organization is able to preserve the data
on employeersquos devices if there are any restrictions
By fostering BYOD with a strong policy and proper
management organizations can harness a potent
source of value
ldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
4
Introduction Snapshot of BYOD
The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) phenomenon isnrsquot just limited to North America
nor exclusively to large organizations Globally a staggering 89 of IT leaders from
enterprise and mid-size organizations support BYOD in some form And 69 view
BYOD as either somewhat or extremely positive1 These are very high numbers
Organizations around the globe are embracing BYOD and this will have profound
implications on how an organization provisions devices and controls network access
To keep up with this growing trend a successful BYOD policy needs to be implemented
carefully It needs to boost positive outcomes and at the same time mitigate risk The
following are nine important items to include in your BYOD policy
1 [httpwwwciscocomwebaboutac79docsreBYOD_Horizons-Globalpdf
Percentage of employees designated mobile workers vs
employees who use a mobile device for work
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
5
Step 1 Control Level
With employees accessing the organizationrsquos network with their personal devices itrsquos
essential that the organization maintains a level of control over who has access to its
network and data Employees want more control over where and how they work and
what tools they use to get the job done Ensure your BYOD policy maintains control over
who has access to the network and what procedures are used to monitor employee
devices Your policy should also show that the organization is able to preserve the data
on employeersquos devices if there are any restrictions
By fostering BYOD with a strong policy and proper
management organizations can harness a potent
source of value
ldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
5
Step 1 Control Level
With employees accessing the organizationrsquos network with their personal devices itrsquos
essential that the organization maintains a level of control over who has access to its
network and data Employees want more control over where and how they work and
what tools they use to get the job done Ensure your BYOD policy maintains control over
who has access to the network and what procedures are used to monitor employee
devices Your policy should also show that the organization is able to preserve the data
on employeersquos devices if there are any restrictions
By fostering BYOD with a strong policy and proper
management organizations can harness a potent
source of value
ldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
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7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
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11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
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9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
6
Step 2 Ownership amp Disclaimer
Your BYOD policy needs to state clearly who owns the data that is stored on employeesrsquo
devices and what can be done with that data It should be very clear that the
organization owns the data and has the ability to remove the data from the device Then
it should also be stated very clearly that employees need to back up their personal data
and that the organization is not responsible for lost personal data
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
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9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
7
Step 3 Lost or Stolen Devices
An organizationrsquos policy should clearly state what happens if a device is lost or stolen
The employee should immediately notify the organization and the organization has
the right to wipe all data The organization also needs to know what procedures it
needs to implement in order to prevent unauthorized access While attempts may be
made to recover lost data employees should know that they are storing personal
items on their phone at their own risk
hellipclearly state what happens when a
device is lost or stolenldquo
rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
8
Step 4 Privacy Expectations
Your organizationrsquos policy should disclose the extent to which the employer will have
access to employeesrsquo personal data and emphasize that the organization cannot
guarantee employee privacy for those who chose to opt to BYOD The organization
should retain access to employeesrsquo devices in order to review activity and ensure
compliance with company policies
ldquoBe clear and consistent with the Codersquos
expectations so that they align with the
corporate culture currently in placerdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
9
Step 5 Compliance With The Law
hellipaddress general compliance with laws
and regulations to avoid costly
litigationhellip
Your BYOD policy should address general compliance with laws and regulations specific
to your industry As an example if your organization is in the healthcare industry you will
need to pay attention to HIPAA As well it should be clearly stated that devices cannotbe used to harass others or to participate in cyber bullying
ldquo
to rdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
10
Your BYOD policy should be clear on any expectations regarding after-hours use to
prevent wage claims This includes whether non-exempt employees are allowed or
prohibited from using the device for work outside of work hours If an employee needs
to claim for device usage cost for work outside of regular hours this should be
discussed ahead of time and clearly stated in the policy
Step 6 Cost
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
11
Step 7 Confidentiality
BYOD Policies should be clear about how data is to be used and stored
on employee devices
Your organizationrsquos BYOD policy should reiterate that employees must abide by all
company policies related to the organization client and vendor information Any
organization client andor vendor information that many be stored on an employee
device should be wiped clean upon employee departure from the organization The
policy should also be clear that it prohibits storing information from prior employers
on employeesrsquo devices
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
16
Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
12
Step 8 Employee Consent
As with any organizational-wide policy itrsquos recommended that the organization gets its
employees to attest to the BYOD policy in writing This ensures that the organization has
taken the time to ensure that employees understand the role they play and what is
expected of them
ldquoGet it in writingrdquo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
13
Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
14
Contact us today to
request a free demo of our product
Request A Demo
Contact WhistleBlower Security infowhistleblowersecuritycom
Request a Free Demo
Share this eBook
9 ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR BYOD POLICY
15
Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
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Step 9 Employee Termination
Your policy should clearly state what procedures happen in the event of employee
resignations or terminations in terms of BYOD devices and the data stored on them
The ultimate goal is to ensure that confidential organization client and vendor
information remains safe and secure
Ensure confidential organization client
and vendor data remains secure
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Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
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Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
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Build an Ethical Workplace
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Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
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Shannon Walker is the founder and CEO of Whistleblower Security Inc
an ethics and risk management company with clients worldwide A
frequent speaker on corporate ethics programs internal communications
programming and compliance Shannon is one of North Americarsquos
foremost experts on whistleblower and related policies
Shannon earned a BA in Communications at Simon Fraser University
BC and a MA in Communications at Pepperdine University Calif She
has worked with numerous organizations including the NFLrsquos Los Angeles
Raiders and at the United Nations in New York City
As a strong advocate of community participation Shannon has served on
many Vancouver BC-area boards in the past She was elected as a West
Vancouver District Councillor from 2008-2011 but did not run in the 2011
election Currently Shannon sits on the Dr Peter Aids Foundation Board
the Dr Peter Housing Society Board and the West Vancouver Community
Centre Services Society Board
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Build an Ethical Workplace
to learn about the customized service platform we canprovide for your business and how to become
WhistleBlower Securedtrade
Call 1-888-921-6875
Request a Free Quote
Test the accessibility and effectiveness of a
WhistleBlower Employee Ethics Hotline
WhistleBlower Security copy 2015
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