Five pitfalls to avoid in mobile and IoT security
Mobile and the Internet of Things (IoT) are increasingly important to enterprises, as these technologies enhance communication and productivity in multiple industry sectors.
“Consumers are demanding access anytime, anywhere, anyhow,” said Sean Peasley, a partner at Deloitte’s Cyber Risk Services practice. “The data those devices collect will grow exponentially with market and application growth, allowing for more in-depth analysis and near-real-time responsiveness.”
The rise of mobile paved the way for IoT — interest in which is up across enterprises, Peasley said. Some 38 percent of tech leaders said their companies are currently using IoT devices, according to a recent Tech Pro Research survey. An additional 30 percent of respondents said their companies are in the planning or considering stages of adopting these devices. Read more…