Updated 26 October 2026. Practical security checks for staff who work away from the office.
Remote work connects business accounts and information with home networks, portable devices and cloud applications. Reliable protection depends on clear responsibilities for those devices, accounts and the way staff get help.
Use supported business devices
Agree which computers and phones staff can use for work. Keep their software supported and updated, and define who manages device settings and security tools. Make the lost-device and suspicious-message reporting process easy to find.
Protect access to business accounts
Use individual accounts, strong unique passwords and multifactor authentication where available. Review permissions when a person changes role or leaves the business. Keep shared information in approved systems so access can be managed consistently.
Check connectivity and collaboration
Test the applications staff actually use, including document sharing, voice and video calls. Agree how people should connect when away from the office and how they can reach support if their normal account or device is unavailable.
Plan recovery and support coverage
Document which information is backed up, who can restore it and how restoration is tested. Recovery time depends on the system and incident. Agree support hours, escalation steps and response targets that match business needs, and keep the contact details available offline.
Keep the responsibilities clear
Coordinate the business, staff and service providers so each important task has an owner. Review the arrangement when applications or working practices change. A short practical check of account access and recovery is more useful than assuming a service is secure by default.
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