Whether your organisation manages tens, hundreds, or thousands of mobile devices, the refresh cycle is an important planning activity forever looming large on the horizon. And while it may be tempting to hold off on replacing older devices as a cost-saving measure, the rapid emergence of new technology and functionality means mobile phones seem to get older faster than ever.

When the federal government announced it was banning TikTok on government devices, it joined nations around the world prohibiting the use of the app amid privacy and cybersecurity concerns. The rationale is based on security fears and the potential for foreign interference by China.

If you were around in 2002 to see Steven Spielberg’s Minority Report when it was released at the cinema, you were probably really impressed with and more than a little jealous of the technology Tom Cruise’s character uses. What’s not to love about the wall-sized computer screens he expertly swipes and zooms through simply by waving his hands?

Data security is as much about your people as it is about the technology you deploy. As employees can be the focus of cyber attacks, it’s really important to consider how you’re empowering your people to create a strong mobile security culture.

These days, it’s still all too common for an employee to inadvertently click a malicious link or get targeted through social media.

Enterprise mobility is a crucial part of any successful business, which is why choosing the right devices and mobile solutions is so important.

With the right mobile devices, you’ll maximise your team’s efficiency and productivity – but get it wrong, and you’ll end up with frustrated users, higher costs and missed opportunities.