BYOD as an opportunity

Although more and more businesses embrace the BYOD trend, there are still many that fear the implications a more mobile-centric approach may have on their business operations, due to the challenges and risks involved. There are, of course, certain areas that need careful consideration but if implemented correctly, the benefits of BYOD are far more than any disadvantages it may have, as it can boost your business success and the productivity of your employees.

The decision to adopt BYOD is not strictly about technology. It relates to the core of your business. The technological challenges can be dealt with relatively easily with the appropriate technology solutions, but the general implications of BYOD are far more generic. The tools that come with BYOD are directly related to user behavior and interaction. Your business culture is indeed shaped by technology to a certain extent, but it is primarily defined by the behavior and performance of your employees.

While mobility is the first advantage that comes to mind when talking about BYOD, its true value lies elsewhere. Mobile employees are not on the go throughout their day, while those working behind a desk may not actually need mobility in order to do their job. That is why you should always keep in mind that the foundation of BYOD is actually unified communications.

So far, the traditional means of communication has been landline phones. So, it is easy to understand how BYOD can appear to be risky. The truth is that even if you’re not feeling ready to go mobile, if your employees are bringing their own devices at work, there is really no other option that moving forward and adopting a mobile-centric approach. Wireless technology has already taken over phone communication. The soonest you accept this new reality, the greater the chances of turning BYOD into an opportunity and not a risk. Regardless of the difficulties involved, this is a necessary condition that will lead to many advantages for your business.