consumerization policy

A consumerization policy is a documented set of practices for managing the use of consumer devices and technologies within a given organization.  A consumerization policy defines acceptable use.

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A consumerization policy should specify:

• What devices will be permitted and list any restrictions associated with their use.

• The extent to which administrators will be able to manage devices and monitor their use while on the corporate network.

• What – if any – funding for devices will be provided by the organization.

• The extent of support for consumer devices.

• Basic security awareness fundamentals.

See also: acceptable use policy, policy-based management, mobile device management