Baltimore City Public Schools Enhances Security for 1:1 Technology Program

The Baltimore City Public School System (BCPSS) is committed to providing a modern education for its 85,000 students across 200 schools. To support this mission, the district has launched a 1:1 technology program, equipping every student and teacher with a personal device. However, the high crime rates in Baltimore present significant challenges in securing these devices and the sensitive information they hold.

In response to these challenges, BCPSS's IT department sought a robust solution to mitigate the risks associated with laptop theft while maintaining an accurate inventory of district-owned technology. The goal was also to secure continued funding for the 1:1 initiative by demonstrating its return on investment.

Chief Technology Officer Mike Pitroff emphasized the necessity of a reliable security solution, stating, "Absolute Secure Endpoint gave our IT department peace of mind. It would be impossible for us to manage thousands of laptops without a complete software solution." This partnership has proven essential for the district's technology strategy.

With the implementation of Absolute Persistence® technology, BCPSS can now maintain a constant connection to all devices. This system allows administrators to track the location and usage of laptops, regardless of where they are. In addition, if suspicious activity is detected, the IT team can remotely freeze devices or erase data through a cloud-based console.

In the unfortunate event of a theft, the Absolute Investigations team collaborates with local law enforcement to recover the stolen devices. This comprehensive approach ensures that BCPSS can safely embrace technology in every classroom.

Absolute Secure Endpoint is now installed on every mobile device within the district, allowing BCPSS to address security concerns while promoting educational advancements.

Reported by HarborBeat based on Absolute Security (source).