Policy: Laptop Security: Difference between revisions

- The physical security of the organization-owned laptop is the personal responsibility of the Associate uses the computer, so please take all reasonable precautions. The Associate may be responsible for certain costs to repair or replace the laptop if the damage or loss is due to negligence or intentional misconduct.

- Keep the laptop in your possession and within sight whenever possible, especially in public places such as airports, railway stations or restaurants.

- If you have to leave the laptop temporarily unattended in the office, meeting room or hotel room, even for a short period of time, use a laptop security cable or similar device to attach it firmly to a desk or other heavy furniture in order to prevent easy escape of the thieve.

- Lock the laptop away out of sight when you are not using it (at home, in the office or in a hotel).  Never leave a laptop visibly unattended in a vehicle, it is much safer to take it with you.

- Carry and store the laptop in a padded laptop bag or strong briefcase to reduce the chance of accidental damage.  Don’t drop it or knock it about. An ordinary-looking briefcase is less likely to attract thieves than an obvious laptop bag.

- If the laptop is lost or stolen, notify the Police immediately and inform the Organization as well as submit the police report to the Organization (within 48 hours). The police report should include the serial number for the lost/stolen computer.Failure to secure and submit a police report may result in personal liability for replacement cost.