Mobile Device Privacy and the Modern Workplace



Did you know that over 74% of organizations in the USA have a “bring your own device” policy in the workplace? As our personal lives – and devices – overlap so frequently with our professional lives, it becomes more and more important to focus on mobile device privacy issues. Here are just a few to consider from our contemporary office furniture team.

  • Pop-up notifications: These are often a useful feature and many apps offer push notifications as part of their service. However, these can be hugely problematic when in the workplace. Ensuring that your smartphone or device is turned to “do not disturb” mode whenever it is being used in a presentation or even charging in a visible spot is essential.
  • Overheard phone conversations: These have been a workplace issue ever since telephones became popular in professional spaces, but cellphones have dramatically impacted this issue. Thanks to mobile devices, we are expected to be available anytime, anywhere – at home or at work – for both professional and personal needs. While work-related calls are more common, it is accepted that personal calls will occasionally happen in the workplace as well, which can be a distraction for others as well as exposing your personal details. While you can leave the office, some workplaces have moved to install private call booths or sound-dampened call stations to help maintain your privacy in the event of a personal call.
  • Data: This is a serious issue for businesses as it can be easily for confidential or sensitive information on a personal device to become compromised. Similarly, you won’t want your private information on your personal device to somehow be accessed by the company you work for. To prevent this, always use secured and/or private data networks and ensure that your workplace has clear guidelines in place to prevent work and personal data issues. In addition, be sure to always lock your phone with a passcode and keep private information password protected.


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