Enterprise mobile app strategy
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Feature
06 May 2021
Why a mobile security policy is a must-have corporate policy
A well-defined mobile device security policy that educates employees on the proper use of BYODs can help seal off vulnerabilities in corporate networks and bolster threat defense. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2021
Microsoft launches iPad-optimized Office app
Microsoft has pushed out a version of its Office app made with iPads in mind. The app combines Word, Excel and PowerPoint into a single offering and has some new features. Continue Reading
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News
03 Feb 2021
Microsoft to improve voice controls in Outlook mobile
Microsoft plans to bolster mobile workers' productivity when using 365 by improving the voice controls in Outlook and adding handwriting transcription to Lens. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2020
Facebook attacks Apple over upcoming iPhone privacy measures
Facebook claims Apple's upcoming privacy change will hurt small businesses, but Apple argues the move gives users control over the personal data collected by apps. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2020
How to set up MFA for Office 365 on end-user devices
When it comes to authentication factors, more is always better from a security perspective. Find out how to deploy MFA on end-user devices for Microsoft 365 users. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2020
Smartphones and laptops for business hinge on cost, use, apps
Factors like cost, usage, applications, management, longevity and security figure in the selection of company-issued smartphones, laptops and printers for digital workers. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2020
High Surface Duo price limits phone's appeal
Microsoft is pitching its new dual-screen Surface phone as a productivity powerhouse. Experts said the high Surface Duo price tag will limit its potential market. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Jul 2020
How can mobile app virtualization improve BYOD app access?
Mobile app virtualization isn't a new technology, but the latest generations of smartphones have made this technology more viable for everyday use for enterprise mobile users. Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2020
MobileIron purchase looks to ease mobile app deployment
MobileIron says its purchase of Incapptic Connect will make the enterprise app deployment process easier. Experts say the move could benefit IT pros. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Mar 2020
5 strategic steps to blunt mobile device security threats
Companies need to evaluate their own needs and implement a viable mobile security strategy that's part of an overall corporate security plan. Their future may depend on it. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jan 2020
Appdome study: Internal mobile apps in public app stores are becoming common. What does this mean?
Putting your internal mobile apps out there for anyone to download might not seem like the obvious thing to do, but it brings distinct advantages and is in line with zero trust trends. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Dec 2019
Learn about Microsoft's changes to the Office mobile app
In 2019, Microsoft announced the Office mobile app as an entry point for its productivity suite and developed Office Intelligent Services features that can improve productivity. Continue Reading
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Guide
06 Nov 2019
HR mobile apps for employees strengthen HCM strategies
HR mobility management applications play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, talent management, engagements and, ultimately, workforce retention and productivity. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Nov 2019
New Outlook features appeal to users on the go
At Ignite, Microsoft announced some improvements to its Office app and Outlook for iOS and Android. Learn about how it benefits both IT and end users. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Oct 2019
How to manage Office 365 mobile apps for business
Microsoft Office 365 applications allow users to send emails and edit numerous types of documents, but the mobile apps present a number of adoption issues that IT should learn about. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Sep 2019
How does Excel's Insert Data From Picture feature work on mobile?
The Microsoft Excel mobile app allows users to upload data through a photo. IT professionals should learn how this process works so they can test its efficacy and train users. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Aug 2019
3 Intune app management practices that IT pros should know
Intune admins should learn the basics of Intune app management for deploying, wrapping and securing applications. Find out why each step is crucial and how IT can accomplish them. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jun 2019
Navigate Intune app deployment for mobile devices
With the right Intune app deployment methods, IT can manage its Android and iOS users' apps, but the practices are different depending on the OS and the type of mobile apps. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2019
Target glitch pits e-commerce vs. POS customer experience
Big-box retailer Target's checkout outage showed how e-commerce systems can fill in when POS systems fail. They're not quite ready to supplant POS -- but they're getting there. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Mar 2019
Citrix and VMware are all in on ‘workflow’ apps. So, what is a workflow app?
Workflow apps that help improve productivity on mobile devices (though useful on desktop, too). Continue Reading
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Podcast
08 Feb 2019
Risk & Repeat: Apple restores enterprise certificates for Facebook, Google
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast looks at Apple's decision to temporarily revoke Facebook's and Google's enterprise certificates following reports of questionable app activity. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jan 2019
Amazon WorkLink aims to simplify secure mobile device access
Amazon WorkLink enables users to access behind-the-firewall content with their mobile devices and helps eliminate cumbersome VPN and mobile device management setups. Continue Reading
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Answer
09 Jan 2019
Does enterprise file sync and share work on mobile devices?
Users who work with file sync-and-share apps on their mobile devices should be aware that auto-syncing works differently and that there are more security risks. Continue Reading
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Answer
03 Dec 2018
How can organizations implement mobile app personalization?
Organizations that want to boost user engagement on a mobile app should use personalization. They can follow these steps to implement personalization effectively. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Nov 2018
What's driving the next-generation mobile user experience
Mobile users expect more from their employers these days. Thankfully, new technologies are making it possible for organizations to ride the latest evolution in mobile experiences. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Aug 2018
Box mobile app faces security concerns, feature gaps
Box has made strides with its mobile apps, but organizations still have concerns about file sharing on mobile and look for a few feature gaps to be filled in. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Aug 2018
Mobile apps for field service adapt to meet deskless needs
Old habits die hard, but mobile field service apps have staying power as they secure and ease communication and reporting across various industries and business sizes. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2018
Three ways to prioritize mobile app maintenance
Mobile apps shouldn't be left by the wayside once development is over. Follow these best practices to make sure a mobile app succeeds from start to finish. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2018
Cross-platform mobile app development is more viable than ever
Organizations today support such a variety of devices that they need a way to deliver apps more seamlessly. Cross-platform development is a new reality that can help. Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
Field service mobile apps offer usability, new features
Field service management software can be a great way to integrate mobile into a service company. Now, cloud-based platforms offer an accessible entry point for smaller businesses. Continue Reading
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Answer
19 Apr 2018
How does the Office Insider program work?
The Office Insider program can benefit organizations that want as much lead time as possible to see what new features Microsoft plans to release for its Office 365 platform. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Mar 2018
IT must prep for enterprise AI software
AI technology is growing fast, and end-user computing administrators need to be prepared for the multitude of benefits it can bring IT and employees. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Mar 2018
Understand chatbot use cases and features for business
The bot that chattered with you over AOL Instant Messenger isn't too far off from the way chatbot technology can work in corporate mobile apps. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Mar 2018
Mobile is at the forefront of digital transformation trends
As 'digital transformation' dominates discussion, understand why it's important to keep mobile at the forefront of the initiative -- and what you can do to get started. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Feb 2018
Five steps to effective usability testing for mobile apps
To avoid costly mistakes down the road, conduct usability testing and get a grasp on users' reactions to an app before rolling it out. These tips can help perfect the process. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jan 2018
Pros and cons of a multi-factor authentication mobile app
MFA can improve the security of an app by using a layered approach rather than one that relies on passwords alone. To know whether it's right for your app, weigh its pros and cons. Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Jan 2018
AI, security shape mobile app development trends in 2018
As demand for smarter mobile apps continues to rise, developers will embrace artificial intelligence, augmented reality and more robust security models to fill that gap in 2018. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Aug 2017
The business case for mobile app development platforms
A solid MADP can address many enterprise mobile app needs if buyers can effectively make the case for them. Read the five major use cases for an app dev platform. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Nov 2016
Who's the leader in mobile OS market share for ruggedized devices?
Google's Android rules the roost in consumer devices and is gaining on the many flavors of Microsoft Windows that dominate mobile OS market share in manufacturing. Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2016
Active Directory management gets easier with mobile apps for IT admins
Software vendors are increasingly offering admin-facing mobile apps, allowing IT to use their mobile devices to remotely manage users. Take ADManager Plus for Active Directory management, for example. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jan 2016
Understanding HTML5 mobile application development
Developers can turn to HTML5 to simplify the mobile app development process. HTML5 mobile apps do come with some issues though, including performance that can't match native apps. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Aug 2015
Three essentials for an effective mobile app strategy
With mobile apps invading the enterprise, it's time to develop a strategy using a set of universal app development tools. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2015
CloudOn app to shut down after Dropbox acquisition
Following a partnership with Microsoft, Dropbox acquired CloudOn and will pull the plug on the collaboration tool, removing an Office alternative. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jun 2013
How cloud storage and collaboration are changing email communications
Email communications aren't dead, but social networking, cloud storage and collaboration tools have made it easier for employees to work together. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Feb 2013
How personal email and the cloud are changing corporate email access
Employees' cloud and personal email accounts help them get work done, but email forwarding and cloud integration could make work tougher for IT. Continue Reading
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Quiz
10 Jan 2013
Business cloud storage and file-sharing quiz
Test your knowledge of business cloud storage services and how to pick the right one for your company in this eight-question quiz. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Oct 2012
How to develop a monitoring system for mobile cloud-based applications
If your mobile workforce uses cloud-based applications to work from their smartphones and tablets, consider a monitoring system to ensure the apps are working. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Mar 2012
Business email security and the risks of personal Gmail forwarding
Business email security might not be on employees’ minds when they forward corporate mail to more user-friendly Gmail accounts, so IT should take steps to protect corporate data. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2011
Will iPads kill desktop virtualization?
Will the flood of iPads and other tablet devices into the enterprise hamper the deployment of desktop virtualization? Blogger Michael Morisy explores the question. Chime in with your opinion. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
01 Jul 2008
A strategic approach to enabling mobile business applications
Today's successful enterprises are discovering that granting mobile access to critical business applications can increase productivity and revenue. This guide will cover how to develop an overall strategy for mobilizing applications and how to tailor that to your specific needs. Learn about the most common roadblocks and how to devise a plan that will avoid problems in your applications rollout. Continue Reading
