A configuration enforced on mobile applications, this mechanism controls how organizational data is accessed and used within those apps. It’s employed primarily on unmanaged devices, also known as bring-your-own-device (BYOD) scenarios, and managed devices. Consider a scenario where sensitive corporate email is accessed on a personal phone; the policy can restrict actions such as copying and pasting data to unauthorized applications or saving attachments to personal cloud storage.
This technology is crucial for safeguarding company information in an increasingly mobile and decentralized work environment. Its advantages include minimizing the risk of data leakage, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, and providing granular control over application behavior. Historically, organizations relied solely on device management to secure data, but this approach became less practical with the rise of BYOD. It addresses this challenge by focusing on securing the application layer, irrespective of the device’s management status.
