End users who work from a desktop/laptop computer typically access the desktop notification website from within their corporate network. However, a smart phone user is often away from the corporate office, and outside the corporate firewall. This access presents extra security concern for mobile phone users who access the notification website. Viable deployments of the notification website for mobile usage are discussed follows.
Most companies require some web publishing procedures be followed and that approvals are achieved before placing an application on the public Internet. To deploy on the public Internet, configure secure HTTP (HTTPS) into your web application server to ensure proper security.
Such access could be used by people on-the-go within the workplace. Someone in a meeting room, walking down the hall, or strolling across the corporate campus, could be able to view notifications while away from their desk.
Wireless hotspots do not include people at home, in the car, or at a customer site. However, wireless hotspots can be used as an option with a VPN solution.
Using a VPN to access corporate applications from outside the firewall is a common practice. An end user has to enter the corporate VPN before using the mobile notification website. This action requires the user to take additional steps to use the website. However, it minimizes the effort that it takes to deploy the notification website.
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