HOB: VPNs Provide the Foundation for Secure Networking and Mobile Workplaces

Free HOB E-Paper Reviews the Role that VPN’s Play in a Mobile Workplace Strategy

HAWTHORNE, N.Y.--()--As mobile working becomes increasingly common, enterprises must develop and implement mobile workplace strategies that factor in the wide range of devices and operating systems that employees use to access critical data on the local network as well as the IT security implications the access presents.

To ensure the safety of data, enterprises require a flexible remote access solution that provides the foundation for secure networking. VPN technology is critical to security of data. HOB RD VPN, from HOB, the market leader in pure software-based remote access solutions, offers enterprises a flexible, comprehensive and customized solution that plays an essential role in a mobile workplace strategy. HOB RD VPN allows convenient and highly secure web-based remote access to enterprise resources from any device including smartphones, laptops and PC’s. With HOB RD VPN, companies can decrease costs and administration effort, increase productivity and enhance IT security.

HOB helps enterprises create smart mobile workplace strategies with an e-paper now available for free download on the HOB website. The e-paper reviews the various types of VPNs as well as provides key considerations when choosing an appropriate VPN solution.

Additional topics in the e-paper include:

The Benefits and Downsides of Mobile Workplaces

The benefits of flexible and mobile workplaces are well-documented and include increased agility, flexibility, higher workforce productivity and lower costs. At the same time, mobile workplaces have their downsides. What are the most common risks that enterprises face and which best practices help overcome these obstacles?

Developing a Strategy for Mobile Workplaces

The first step in addressing the most common risks is developing a strategy that addresses the security implications of connecting mobile devices to the network. What are the most essential and mission critical aspects of a mobile workplace strategy?

Technical Approach to a Successful Mobile Workplace Realization

After having defined a strategy, the next step is to select the optimal VPN solution that meets the requirements of the mobile workplace. Since different VPN types exist for the various network architectures and user needs, IT teams need to consider the benefits and weaknesses of each before selection and deployment.

Creating Best Practices that Will Maximize Employee Productivity

Crafting and implementing an organization-wide mobile workplace strategy will ensure managers and employees alike enjoy a positive experience. Which best practices are the most effective in maximizing employee productivity?

Avoiding the Security Pitfalls of a Mobile Workplace Deployment

There are several common problems that occur with mobile workplace deployments and it’s important that IT teams address them in order to protect their organization’s resources. What pitfalls do they need to be aware of so that corporate data stays secure?

“With the right combination of strategy, technology and people, both businesses and their employees can experience the many benefits of a mobile workplace,“ said Klaus Brandstätter, CEO of HOB. “VPNs are an essential component of a mobile workplace, the success of which can bring remote employees the benefits of anytime, anywhere connectivity from their own devices and bring IT teams the confidence that data is secure and safe.”

Click here to download the e-paper.

About HOB, Inc.

HOB, Inc. is a fully owned subsidiary of the software development and network service provider, HOB GmbH & Co. KG, which is headquartered in Cadolzburg, Germany. HOB GmbH & Co. KG is a mid-sized German software enterprise that develops and markets innovative and multiply rewarded remote access solutions worldwide. One-third of the largest financial services providers are currently using HOB software. For more information, visit: www.hobsoft.com and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/HOBsoft.

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Contacts

HOB Contact:
Sabrina Sturm, +49 9103 715 3289
Marketing/Public Relations
sabrina.sturm@hob.de
or
PR Agency Contact:
Stearns Johnson
Cathy Goerz, 415-397-7600
hob@stearnsjohnson.com