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Top 5 Mobile Gear Safety & Usage Tips

By Catherine Roseberry, About.com

It doesn't matter where you will be traveling, or what mobile gear you travel with, these mobile gear tips and resources will ensure that you keep your mobile gear safe. Make sure you are ready to handle Customs requirements and don't cause yourself unnecessary delays. Work safely and stay productive.

1. Mobile Gadget Security

Mobile office professionals need to take steps to ensure the safety and security of their mobile gadgets. Don't let your mobile gear become the target of theft or damage.

2. Threats to Safety & Security of Mobilized Workforces

Before you pack up your gear for a business trip outside the U.S. you will need to obtain and complete a Certificate of Registration (CF 4457). This is a small document you will keep on your person and it is valid for as long as you own the mobile gadgets listed on it.

3. Before You Use a Hot Spot

Before you use a Wi-Fi hot spot, mobile users need to take some precautions to ensure they are safely and securely connecting to their corporate network or to the Internet. Is your mobile gear secure enough to be using a hot spot?

4. Proving Ownership to U.S. Customs

Before you pack up your gear for a business trip outside the U.S. you will need to obtain and complete a Certificate of Registration (CF 4457). This is a small document you will keep on your person and it is valid for as long as you own the mobile gadgets listed on it.

5. Leaving Canada With Your Mobile Gear

Canadian mobile office professionals need to complete an Identification of Articles Y38 form. This provides proof that you own the mobile gear listed and have not purchased it while traveling outside the country.

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