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Everywhere Work: Threading the IT Needle with Security and Flexibility

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Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization Show
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Jun 20, 2024
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Summary

Flexibility in the workplace is a hot topic, but 2024 Everywhere Work reports show a stark reality: only 25% of workers feel their work environment is highly flexible. We need to bridge this gap for a truly adaptable workforce. In this episode host Ira S Wolfe and Ivanti's CMO Melissa Puls peel back the layers of IT and security, and trust us, it's more challenging than you'd ever expect. We tackle the crippling silo effect, dig into the exponential growth of security vulnerabilities, and explore the intricate dance between CIOs, CISOs, and HR. It can feel like you're trying to thread a needle with one hand tied behind your back. Here are seven insightful nuggets about IT, security, workplace flexibility, and employee experience in the future of work: 1. When IT and security team up, magic happens. Collaboration is key. Silos? Not so much. Keeping data and systems separate hampers both productivity and security. 2. Discovering and securing every connected device is like looking for a needle in a haystack. But boy, is it necessary! CIOs and CSOs need to collaborate, not compete. 3. Think of workplace security like a well-locked door; it must be secure but easy to use. Balancing strict security measures with practicality can save your company from headaches. 4. Employee experience isn't just a fluffy HR term. It translates directly to customer experience, and ultimately, your company's success. And surprise, surprise: IT and security have a huge impact on it. 5. Do you think digital employee experience doesn't matter? Many employees would rather leave a company with a lousy digital setup than stay—even if they love everything else. 6. Flexibility in the workplace is still a work in progress. Only 25% of workers feel their environment is highly flexible. 7. The future of…