The use of private smartphones in the workplace is becoming more and more alarming - first of all due to security aspects and second because of the huge wastage of resources. For a company with approximately 6,000 employees we could save about 7.5 million Euros annually.
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Private use of Smartphones in the Workplace
by Markus Bachbauer
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… or better known as “32GB” of memory, fourfold digital zoom, video re- cording functionality in High Definition quality. We are not talking about poor dig- ital cameras, although it would be considerable compared with those specifica- tions. But what else should it be? Well, actually it is a voice recorder or maybe more of a mobile navigation system. But seriously, with all the functionality of the current Smartphones we could easily forget about the origin function of these gadgets - phone calls. This functionality is, by the way, also the one, a Smart- phone performs worst. Usually it is the case that, Smartphones can do EVERY- THING but NOTHING correctly.
But what the hell actually is a Smartphone? According to Wikipedia1 a Smartphone is defined as follows:
“ A Smartphone is a high-end mobile phone that offers more advanced computing ability and connectivity than a contemporary feature phone (i.e. a modern low-end phone). A Smartphone combines the functions of a personal digital assistant (PDA) and a mobile phone. Today's models typically also serve as portable media players and camera phones with high-resolution touch screen, GPS navigation, Wi-Fi and mobile broadband access. ”
Every second German citizen2 is owner of a Smartphone, which is taken to the workplace - just like in the past with the ordinary mobile phone. Ultimately we have to be available all the time and everywhere. Everywhere includes for example - the toilet. Four out of ten people (randomly surveyed) confirmed in an answer to the question if they ever have heard someone “typing” or even “play- ing” on a Smartphone next to them on the toilet. Luckily, nobody had witnessed Private use of Smartphones in the Workplace Wherein this text the word “Smartphone” is used, it shall refer to following gadgets specifically:
- Mobile phones and tablets with Apple operation system3
- Mobile phones and tablets with Google operation system4
- Mobile phones with Microsoft5, Nokia6 or RIM operation system7
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Essentially all those (types of) gadgets have following in common. They are small and handy, we can take them everywhere with us. Take photos and record videos and surf the world wide web via WLAN or UMTS. This fact alone showing this combination should shake up any Company Director or Executive Manager.
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1 www.wikipedia.org
2 according to a survey of Konkret Marktforschung GmbH
3 iOS
4 Android
5 Windows Phone
6 Symbian
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What is the topic of this document?
The document discusses the private use of smartphones in the workplace, considering their functionalities and potential implications for companies.
Who is the author of this document?
The author is Markus Bachbauer, Professor for Information Technology and Management and a certified Engineer for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
What is the copyright status of this document?
The publication is protected by copyright, with all rights reserved by the author, including translation, reprint, and duplication. Usage, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited without written permission.
What is the author's intention regarding this document?
Beyond protecting intellectual property, the author aims to build a network with individuals sharing similar interests and encourages contact.
What is defined as a "Smartphone" in the context of this document?
The term "Smartphone" refers specifically to mobile phones and tablets with operating systems such as Apple iOS, Google Android, Microsoft Windows Phone, Nokia Symbian, or RIM BlackBerry OS.
What concerns are raised regarding the use of smartphones in the workplace?
The document highlights the pervasive use of smartphones, their multiple functionalities (including cameras and internet access), and the potential security and productivity concerns for companies.
What survey data is mentioned?
The document mentions a survey indicating that every second German citizen owns a smartphone and brings it to work, along with anecdotal evidence about smartphone usage in the workplace.
What is the meaning of "34.359.738.368 Bytes"?
This refers to 32GB of memory, highlighting the significant capabilities of modern smartphones beyond simple phone calls.
What disclaimer is included?
The author disclaims any guarantee or obligation regarding the accuracy of the information provided and does not assume liability for damages or patent infringements arising from the use of the document.
What does "Inhaltsverzeichnis" mean?
"Inhaltsverzeichnis" means "Table of Contents" in German.
- Citation du texte
- Markus Bachbauer (Auteur), 2011, Private use of Smartphones in the Workplace, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/178495
