Posted on March 7th 2023

As the use of mobile devices in the workplace becomes increasingly prevalent, and the ownership of these devices often lying in the hands of the user (BYOD), the need for secure mobile data management has never been greater.

In the past, IT directors relied on Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions to manage mobile devices and secure data. However, there is a growing consensus that containerisation is the superior technology for mobile device data security. In this blog, we will discuss why IT directors should focus on securing the corporate data that resides on mobile phones using containerisation instead of managing the entirety of the phone using outdated technology like MDM.

Firstly, containerisation provides a higher level of security than other solutions. Secure containers create an isolated environment within the device, which means that the data stored within the container is protected from external threats. MDM, on the other hand, only provides basic security measures like password protection and remote wipe. This makes containerisation a superior technology for securing data on mobile phones.

Secondly, containerisation is infinitely more user-friendly than MDM. With MDM, IT directors have complete control over the device, which can be invasive and uncomfortable for end-users, who often have invested a lot of money on their device. Containerisation, on the other hand, allows the user to maintain control over their device while providing a secure environment for work-related data. This can improve end-user satisfaction and adoption of mobile security policies. It also provides comfort to the end user if it is a BYOD device, in that it offers true data separation and keeps private data where the user wants it, with no access possible from IT.

Thirdly, containerisation is more flexible than MDM. With MDM, IT directors have to manage and secure the entire device, which can be limiting and costly. Containerisation, on the other hand, allows IT directors to secure specific apps and data without compromising the device’s functionality. This can reduce costs and improve the overall mobile experience for end-users.

Lastly, containerisation is more future-proof than MDM. With the rapid pace of technological change, IT directors need to choose technologies that can adapt and evolve with the times. MDM is an older technology that has not kept up with modern security threats and is not equipped to handle new types of mobile devices. Containerisation, on the other hand, is a newer technology that is designed to be adaptable and can handle new mobile devices as they emerge. Choosing the right containerised solution will bring access to all the benefits of MDM, Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) and other mobility solutions.

In conclusion, IT directors should focus on securing data on mobile phones using containerisation instead of managing the phones using outdated technology like MDM. Containerisation provides a higher level of security, is more user-friendly, more flexible, and more future-proof than MDM. IT directors should take advantage of this technology to ensure that their organisation’s mobile data is secure and protected from external threats. With containerisation, IT directors can provide their end-users with a secure, functional, and future-proof mobile experience. This will inevitably result in a greater level of user adoption of the technology, therefore assuring a successful project rollout.

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