While I don't disagree that any device that touches the network needs to be secured, the trend of losing a firm line between home & work is a dangerous one. Privacy concerns are one aspect. What behavior is expected of an employee on a specific device, depending on the time of day & where it is located. For instance, illegal music downloads on a PC owned by the remote employee on their home computer with company controls in place during their work day. Where does the company's liability start?

There is also a major danger in working 24x7. Humans need downtime - time to live their 'real' life & reflect. I've seen a lot of middle managers burn out. They check company email while on vacation & take calls, as well. That type usually oscillates out of control after a few years & wind up moving on to another company. Often this behavior is encouraged by their manager's though - they're 'irreplaceable' until they're used up & replaced.

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