Symantec's 2013 State of Mobility Survey uncovered two distinct groups among
businesses that have implemented mobility. One group could be called the
Innovators. They are willing to take a chance as early adopters of
technology, seeking opportunities to improve themselves and accepting the
risks. On the other side is the group who could be considered Traditionals.
This more conservative group resists change because of the risks. They are
much more reactive than active, and do not like upsetting the status quo.
Business Attitudes Toward Mobile Adoption and Management
Keeping in line with this thinking, the two groups have different reasons for
adopting mobility. The Innovators are motivated more by business drivers than
any other factor, whereas for the Traditionals their most significant driver
is end-user demand. This is evident in their attitudes toward the risks
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