For a BYOD (personally-owned) device, organizations commonly require:

Organizations often implement specific requirements for how personally-owned devices are to be configured to ensure the security of sensitive information and compliance with regulations like HIPAA. The correct approach encompasses setting guidelines that may include the use of security features such as passwords, encryption, or the installation of security applications to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access or data breaches.

This configuration ensures that while employees can use their personal devices (often referred to as BYOD - Bring Your Own Device), they do so in a manner that protects organizational data and complies with privacy laws and policies. By establishing these configuration requirements, organizations can prevent potential vulnerabilities that could arise if personal devices are used without any security measures in place.

In contrast, completely banning personal devices would limit flexibility and convenience for employees, while allowing unrestricted personal configurations could expose organizational data to significant risks. Similarly, mandating the installation of all personal applications on work databases would not only complicate IT management but could also lead to security issues, as personal applications may not meet the necessary security standards required for handling sensitive information.