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# Shared Device Best Practices

# Shared Device Best Practices

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Shared devices for your employees are a great tool to help maintain safety and the  security of employees and to monitor usage. Below are some recommendations on how to use shared devices in your facility.
 
### Accessibility:

###### Tablets per user:

* Minimum of one device per 30 each user or one device per area. 

###### Location of tablets

* Place devices in an accessible and visible place such as beside kiosks, close to  an area's entrance or in a central area such as the lunch or break room.
* Place shared devices in a tool check out program to easily track usage and for the devices to be charged. 

###### Battery

* Keep the device located near a plug. 
* Invite your team to keep the device connected to the charger when it is not in use.


### Maintenance:

###### Device Hygiene (COVID prevention): 

* Place device in a protective case (and one that is easy to clean). 
* Keep the devices in a controlled area with cleaning tools near. 
* Add a reminder for users to clean the device before and after using them. 
* Reduce device transportation. Keep it in a well defined area to keep control and reduce risk. 
* Invite users to use a single tablet. Using multiple tablets and movement increases the safety risks. 


### Security:

###### IT requirements:

* Involve your IT department in the selection and purchase of your shared devices. 

###### Device Security:

* Add a unique label or sticker to the device. This will allow you to easily identify shared devices and reduce the risk of them being stolen. 
* Consider adding a device management system that allows you to track the device and control the configuration. 

###### Data Security: 

* Reduce functionality in the devices to allow users only to use what they need. 
* Always connect the devices to a safe network. 
* When used in poor connectivity environments, consider data plans to keep your users enabled. Rever is always available offline.