Today’s business world is extremely overwhelmed with the constant introduction of new communication tools, channels, and platforms – each promising to heighten employee productivity and operational efficiency.

The ultimate challenge lies with the companies who need to cherry-pick the right communication tools (ignoring the others) based on relevance, objectivity and desired business results.The sheer availability and expansion of communication platforms and collaboration options sometimes add to more chaos than clarity.

After all, hyper-connectivity doesn’t always lead to the right direction and the most sought-after solution.

Especially, breaking through all the clutters created by easily-available and fragmented communication channels become the most crucial thing to do, especially in a business scenario when your remote employees need to take faster and efficient decisions based on accurate and timely information.In this particular infographic, we will talk about why companies need to execute a strategic, secure and streamlined communication strategy when it comes to their remote teams.

While emails, text messages and phone calls are still prevalent, some of the field-forces are using social media and open chat platforms.

Not only these public communication platforms are highly fragmented, but they also lack alignment with the business goals most of the time.

Enterprise mobility is ruling the business world and the influx of modern multiple devices accompanied by a plethora of platforms, applications, and networks have become the reality for today’s companies.

Mobile Threat Defense simply means a solution with a set of capabilities to protect mobile devices, platforms, applications and networks from multiple common and advanced threats.

Sometimes, mobile devices need security that goes beyond the conventional Enterprise Mobility Management and Mobile Device Management solutions – this is where a company requires a robust MTD solution to safeguard the mobile devices from a wide gamut of cyber-attacks.

These core capabilities of a mobile threat defense solution are:

Anomaly detection – Detects behavioral anomalies by monitoring usual and acceptable usage pattern

Vulnerability management – Inspect devices against any configuration loopholes that can lead to malware execution

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Windows 10 kiosk mode has multiple industrial use cases that effectuate self-service processes, enhance customer experience, improves data security, and increases employee productivity at large.

Several organizations across the world are using Windows 10 devices and some of the most prominent industries are computer software, IT services, healthcare, education, government, and financial services.

Powered with multiple benefits such as universality, enhanced data security, Cortana assistant, identity management, scalability and flexibility, Windows 10 devices are being rapidly adopted by SMBs as well as larger organizations.What is Windows 10 Kiosk ModeLockdown of Windows 10 devices into kiosk mode is a way that enables companies to have enhanced control and governance over the Windows devices.

Basically, when companies want their Windows 10 devices to be used for a specific business-related purpose only, they prefer locking them down into kiosks using remote software.When a Windows 10 device is turned into a kiosk, the following things are implemented:Single or multi-app kiosk mode lockdown of Windows 10 devices: The Windows 10 devices are locked into either single or multi-app kiosk mode.

This means that the device users/employees can use/access only the app(s) pre-selected and published by the company IT admin.The Windows 10 devices can be used as digital signages: Depending on the business requirements, the company IT admin can remotely lock down the Windows 10 devices and publish a particular message/image or multimedia content that can be shown in a loop on the locked devices.Lockdown of Windows 10 devices into kiosk browser: The IT admin can lock down the Windows 10 devices with a kiosk browser for browsing websites for work, education, and business.

This customizable browser gives access to the internet in a controlled and managed environment.Management and security of Windows 10 devices: Turning Windows 10 devices into kiosk mode implies that the company IT admin will be able to remotely manage, monitor and secure the devices with the right set of security policies and management features for enhanced productivity.Data and device usage restrictions in Windows 10 kiosk mode: Lockdown of Windows 10 devices into kiosk mode automatically restricts the users/employees from performing any other personal tasks on the devices.

Remember those little tuck shops or small stores that popped outside of our schools when we were kids?

Or the ones that sold newspapers and other utilities at the corner of the street?

Or the ones that showed up at a local expo or an exhibition?

In the conventional terms, a special-purpose station serving a very specific value or a customer base was called as a kiosk.As the digital transformation took the world to ride the technology wave, the meaning of kiosk evolved and how!

In modern terms, kiosks are units with digital devices serving a very specific business purpose.These kiosk devices can be found everywhere:An extension to retail storeIn banks- as ATMsAs information centers, wayfinders in public places with large footprintsAs digital photo printersAs web browsers in waiting areasAs digital signagesAs self-operated vending machinesAs businesses make use of Android technology to drive the operations of these kiosks, it becomes imperative to equip these kiosks with appropriate kiosk software.

The software that drives the operations in a kiosk is known as a kiosk software.Key functions of a Kiosk Software:It locks the kiosk device to only business applicationsIt ensures that the kiosk cannot be accessed for any other purposeThe kiosk device is up and running at all timesThe kiosk device, even if unattended is secure against misuse and unauthorized accessThe kiosk device can be remotely updated and controlledThe kiosk device handling user data is configured to maintain user privacy for each sessionPrime Benefits of Kiosk Software:Automated service without human resourcesEnhanced customer experienceInteractive product display for better attentionScalefusion Mobile Device Management extends its kiosk management feature to replicate the kiosk software capabilities through its user-friendly web-based dashboard.

Scalefusion Android Mobile Device Management enables enterprise IT admins to remotely configure the Android devices such as tablets, mobiles, rugged devices, TVs and POS systems for business use.

When enterprises go digital, one of the key impending tasks that lie ahead for a successful digital transformation is to provide the devices used in an enterprise environment- both corporate-owned as well as employee-owned with business resources, apps, and content.

The employees should be able to access business content anytime, anywhereFurthermore, it becomes necessary to secure the business data on the enterprise devices against misuse, unauthorized access and attack from malware.Scalefusion Android Management Software helps achieve this and much more with its comprehensive yet easy-to-navigate platform.Top Features of Scalefusion Android MDM include:Extensive policy configuration straight out of the boxSecurity enforcements with password policies, SafetyNet Attestation and Factory Reset ProtectionApplication management for public and private appsControlled browsing with website whitelisting and blacklistingRemote management of app and OS updatesDevice inventory overview and updatesAutomated compliance checks and security alertsStreamlined communication over VoIP calls, encrypted messaging & conference callsResolve device issues with screen mirroring and ITSM integrationSupport for BYOD managementWhy use Scalefusion MDM for Android Device Management?Reduced IT efforts for individual device provisioningConfiguration for securing corporate device and dataAllow or block apps and websites to save excess data costs and preventing distractionsPush private apps using Android APK fileRemotely schedule OS update or delay OS updatesHelp your team communicate and collaborate over a secure appRemotely resolve device issues, reduce device downtime and support costsEnable your employees to work with their favorite devices, anytime, anywhereScalefusion Android Mobile Device Management is suitable for:Android Mobiles and tablets used in enterprisesAndroid devices deployed to frontline employees, last-mile delivery executives and field forceAndroid tablets used as retail kiosksAndroid TVs used as digital signageAndroid rugged devices used for special purposesAndroid devices installed on trucks as vehicle-mounted devicesAndroid tablets used in classroomsAndroid POS systemsEffectively managing Android devices deployed for diverse business use cases is streamlined with Scalefusion.

Scalefusion Android MDM comes with easy-to-use admin dashboard and free customer support to simplify device management for enterprise IT admins.