When it comes to choosing the right work device policy for your business, you will likely come across two options: bring your own device (BYOD) and choose your own device (CYOD). Both of these solutions have their own unique benefits, but which one is right for your business? Let's take a closer look at both BYOD and CYOD.
What is BYOD?
With BYOD, employees use their own devices, such as smartphones and laptops, to connect to the company network, access business data and applications, and perform work-related tasks.
BYOD and CYOD: What can they do for your business?
What are BYOD and CYOD?
Bring your own device (BYOD) and choose your own device (CYOD) policies are popular among businesses across industries these days. Both give employees the freedom to choose the devices they’re most comfortable and familiar with, empowering them to be more efficient and productive.
BYOD and CYOD: What’s the difference?
Many of us are comfortable using computers and devices we're familiar with. This is the reason companies are now offering their employees a bring your own device (BYOD) option. However, there's a new concept that is also starting to catch on: choose your own device (CYOD).
Below is a brief overview of BYOD and CYOD.
BYOD
This policy allows employees to bring their own devices to the office and use them for work-related tasks.