This white paper presents the reference model and taxonomy for the consumerization of IT, supported by business scenarios and strategies for supporting consumerization of IT initiatives.
This white paper is one part of the “Microsoft Recommendations for a Consumerization of IT Strategy” series. This series introduces the phenomenon known as the consumerization of IT, including strategies for supporting the proliferation of devices in the workplace and supporting work tasks on personal devices at diverse locations.
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Abstract:
The Consumerization of IT Reference Model and taxonomy presented in this white paper describe the
business capabilities of a mixed-device and mixed-ownership strategy, provide a basis for a discussion of
the benefits and challenges of consumerization, and identify methods for achieving business value from
a consumerization of IT initiative. The business scenarios in this white paper highlight the potential of
providing freedom of device choice while maintaining control over infrastructure; the scenarios are
based on personas representing the users of consumerization of IT solutions.
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Author:
Arno Harteveld, IP Development Architect, Microsoft Services
Publication Date:
May 2012
Version:
1.0
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