Things to Consider Regarding Hotspots for Your Employees
Hotspots are great for connecting devices to the internet when Wi-Fi is not available.
Many smartphones can act as mobile hotspots, using cellular data to connect devices like laptops and tablets.
Direct Your Employees to Use Hotspots
Encourage your employees to use personal hotspots instead of public Wi-Fi. Personal hotspots, created using a phone’s cellular data, are generally more secure.
Employees should also use a VPN for extra protection, especially when accessing company data remotely.
Employees can either use their phone’s data plan or rent a mobile hotspot from a third party, such as a car rental company or internet provider. If your employees travel frequently, here are some things to consider regarding hotspots.
“Direct your employees to use personal hotspots when private Wi-Fi is unavailable to maintain security. The choice between buying and renting hotspots involves weighing the pros and cons of each approach.”
Using Personal Hotspot
Allowing employees to use their personal hotspots can ensure they have a secure connection wherever they go. You might offer a stipend to cover the cost of mobile hotspot data.
However, keep in mind that not all phone plans include this feature, and costs can vary. Employees may face data limits and reduced speeds if they exceed their allowance.
Pros:
- Always have a hotspot available
- Consistent monthly expense
Cons:
- Costs vary among providers
- Data limits and potential throttling
There’s also the possibility of data plan costs increasing, which either means your employees will have to cover the difference after the stipend, or you’ll have to increase the stipend to match the price increases.
Renting Hotspots
Another option is to let employees rent hotspots from third parties. Car rental companies often provide this service, which can be convenient for traveling employees.
Alternatively, cellular and internet providers offer hotspot rentals that can be expensed.
Pros:
- Unlimited data available
- Pay as you need
Cons:
- Hotspot not always available
- Potential fees for overage, damage or loss
You’ll need to discuss guidelines for data usage, overage charges and device fees with your employees. Deciding whether to buy or rent will depend on your organization’s specific needs and usage patterns.
Keep Your Employees and Organization Safe
Direct your employees to use personal hotspots when private Wi-Fi is unavailable to maintain security. The choice between buying and renting hotspots involves weighing the pros and cons of each approach.
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