Smart devices, mobile phones and tablets are becoming the control hub for the myriad of connected devices and the Internet of Things (IoT) – as are bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies in many organizations today. But this is creating unique and heightened security risks for IT professionals, such as higher exposure to data breaches, malware and compliance violations. BYOD is no longer an industry trend; it’s a fact of life for enterprise-wide operations and the IT organizations that must support them.
As organizations step up their authentication practices, the challenge lies in selecting a solution that increases security while also improving the user experience. The FIDO Alliance puts forth frameworks and standards to fortify and evolve protections for digital perimeters. HID builds in security expertise and usability. In this HID + FIDO-enabled world, people can forgo the nuisance and risks around passwords in the workplace.
In our executive brief, FIDO: The Passwordless World Is Here, HID experts explain the importance of FIDO Alliance’s work, how its technologies upgrade data security, and why organizations must sunset the use of passwords. Complete the form on the right to access this short, informative read about how authentication is achieved today.
