Home working arrangements.
WHAT CHANGES
Your home network becomes a business network Family devices share it Physical separation is harder
WHAT TO DO ABOUT THE NETWORK
Change the router's default password Apply firmware updates Use a strong wireless password Consider a separate network for work devices
WHAT TO DO ABOUT DEVICES
Keep work and personal use separate where practical Lock devices even at home Do not let others use a work device
THAT LAST POINT
A family member using a work laptop is a genuine risk, not a theoretical one.
WHAT TO CONSIDER
Where you take calls, and who can hear Where documents are left Screen visibility
WHAT TO ARRANGE
Somewhere to store anything sensitive Secure disposal of paper
WHAT TO ESTABLISH IF YOU EMPLOY HOME WORKERS
What is expected of their setup What you provide What may be stored where
WHAT TO PROVIDE
The tools to comply.
