Summer is here! Unfortunately, just because the sun is shining and the weather is warm, doesn’t mean we can just escape from the office for a vacation. Here are a few smart travel tips to bring your office with you this summer.
Make time away from the office productive. Whether you’re headed somewhere tropical to relax on the beach or overseas to explore, you can still be productive at the office with technology tools made for mobility. Take a look at these 5 smart tech travel tips to keep you working while you’re away.
- Consider your company’s safety first! Have your IT professional examine your laptop to ensure your antivirus protection is installed and all of your programs are up-to-date. Yes, this seems like a no brainer, but outdated programs can leave loopholes for intruders to exploit.
BYOD or bring your own device policies are becoming more prominent in business today. It’s very common for workers that want to work remotely to use their own laptops and smartphones. However, business owners must consider the risks and put policies in place to protect their network, data and company overall. These policies should focus on security for the organization’s network and protection for intellectual assets. While working remotely is convenient, it can also bring unseen vulnerabilities.
- Bring the right equipment. If your laptop is dragging you down, it’s time to replace it. Consider a new Dell Latitude series laptop and the Lenovo ThinkPad. These laptops come with a variety of features and additions. However, to work from afar, you need a laptop that includes a Wi-Fi card with unlimited data and a nationwide plan. Consider the battery size too for nice long work sessions while you are commuting. Business laptops generally come with a variety of battery options.. Check the size of the laptop including screen size and weight. In addition, you will need at least 4GB of RAM, 8GB is even better. The memory allows you to perform multiple tasks simultaneously on the go.
- Bring the right services. Before you jump on a plane for some much needed time away, make sure you are packing the right services. Services like e-mail, customer management systems, specialty software, and access to file servers is a must for mobile computing. Check with your IT manager to ensure your laptop is connecting to these services safely and successfully before you pack your bags.
- Accessorize. This one sounds a bit crazy, but you will be thanking us when you tire of the touch pad on your laptop or run into a crying infant seated three rows behind you on a long flight. Purchase and pack a wireless or USB mouse for more comfortable maneuvering, invest in a good set of noise cancelling headphones, and don’t forget your device chargers or a docking station.
- Whether by plane, train, cruise ship or car keep your devices safe! Regardless of your mode of travel or final destination, remember to keep your devices in your possession at all times. If you are headed out to the beach, make sure you have a friend or family member keeping an eye on your phone or computer while you take a swim. Believe it or not, device theft, especially in hot vacation locations, is a very real threat.
Ready to take off? Give us a call today for your FREE Mobile Workstation Review package. We will run a full Network Assessment and throw in 3 mobile device reviews too. This analysis includes everything from assessing the hardware you use to your antivirus program, status of your updates, and connectivity to ensure your device is ready to hit the road this summer wherever you roam.
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