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> Have you seen the data that most MDM or network monitoring software can provide about employees? No. I have not, not really. I would like to understand more
by crispyambulance 6y ago
> Have you seen the data that most MDM or network monitoring software can provide about employees?
No. I have not, not really. I would like to understand more about this, however.
I've asked about this but the "stock answer" is always along the lines of "The company owns the equipment, therefore they can do anything they want."
That stock answer leaves out a WHOLE LOT OF DETAIL about exactly what info is collected, how it's processed and some guidance about what's "normal" vs "extraordinary". Presumably it's possible for them to do "a lot", but no one who really knows is willing to explain this in a way that's useful. This would make a very interesting essay or in-depth investigative journalism article, I just don't understand why no one has done that, all writing about this just seems to boil down to the very boring "the computer equipment belongs to your employer" analysis.
I suspect that the vast majority of organizations do very little with this kind of surveillance power, but then, there's no way I can really know because either people stay silent about it or they have no idea.
- slg 6y agoI have not used any MDM software in years, but I have used ones that can see your location, apps installed, and other basic information like that. They also generally have ways to control your phone such as the ability to lock down or completely wipe your phone. I have heard there are more advanced MDMs that can get more detailed information such as contacts and usage information about messages, but I think it is still impossible to get the messages themselves. I have also had to install MDM software in the past at companies with BYOD policies in order to get access to company email or corporate networks so the "they own the device" answer isn't always valid.
- posguy 6y agoGood for Business, Mobile Iron, etc are commonly deployed on personal cellphones with little regard for the fact that these devices and the associated cell service is not paid for by the employer in any way. Pretty crummy for employees who can have their data wiped at any time by a petty employer.
- LdSGSgvupDV 6y agoI would buy a new device to install that kind of software, and keep my personal device/account out of company (internet/WIFI and software).