Proper policies are also key to the program success. "BYOD isn't just about data control," said Ng. "IT teams need to work with HR, legal, and compliance pros on policies and ensure employees understand that they must give up some control over their personal devices in exchange for access to corporate e-mails and other data.

According to Gartner, the extent to which workers and companies might agree on the compromise will vary, but it's crucial to ensure that end-users fully understand the following:

• They are solely responsible for backing up their personal content on the device.

• Subject to local laws, they might not be able to sue if the company wipes their devices for cause or by mistake.

• They must be aware of any limitations in the use of their devices as a result of company policies. For instance, the company might monitor their devices and/or forbid the installation of certain software programs on the devices.