Editor’s note: Today’s post is by Raul Chavarria at B3. B3 is the Brazilian stock exchange and a complete market infrastructure provider, offering services ranging from equities and fixed income to vehicle leasing control.
In an impressive feat of efficiency, B3 has successfully deployed a secure and compliant mobile solution to 1,000 employees in just two weeks, thanks to the capabilities of Android Enterprise. This swift implementation not only enhances security through advanced AI threat detection and Managed Google Play but also empowers employees with devices that offer 24/7 connectivity and extended battery life. Furthermore, B3 anticipates a remarkable 30% cost savings over the next decade as a result of this strategic move.
As a regulated financial institution, B3 prioritizes robust security and compliance standards. The challenge lies in providing employees with mobile devices that ensure constant availability and productivity while adhering to stringent regulatory requirements. After thorough evaluation, Android Enterprise emerged as the optimal choice, offering multi-layered security features such as hardware cryptography, app sandboxing, and AI threat detection. The combination of Android and Samsung devices also presents a cost-effective solution without sacrificing performance, ensuring a seamless experience for all employees, from frontline staff to executives.
Enabling fast, secure, self-serve deployment
Historically, device rollouts at B3 involved considerable coordination and in-person support, leading to prolonged deployment timelines and operational complexities. However, by collaborating with Samsung as the device provider and leveraging Android Enterprise’s zero-touch enrollment, B3 has streamlined the process. Most of the workforce, including both fully managed mobile fleet and bring-your-own-device (BYOD) employees, were equipped in under two weeks. Once a device is powered on, the IT team can manage it via a centralized dashboard, controlling policies for all devices to uphold security standards. Managed Google Play further enhances this by allowing precise control over app distribution, reinforcing safety measures.
Securely equipping a workforce
With operations teams needing to be accessible around the clock, battery life had previously posed a significant challenge. Additionally, employees often found it difficult to read messages on smaller, 5-inch screens. Transitioning to Android has allowed B3 to provide lightweight devices with 7-inch screens, superior refresh rates, and longer-lasting batteries. Feedback from employees has been overwhelmingly positive, as the new devices effectively support a diverse array of business applications, keeping the predominantly office-based team securely connected through various internal and third-party web applications.
Embracing AI and cutting costs
B3 is actively expanding its use of AI to enhance management productivity, moving beyond initial experimentation to a more proactive approach. Employees are particularly enthusiastic about the built-in Google Gemini AI features on Android devices, which facilitate content creation, information access, task optimization, and more, fostering a more agile and responsive work environment. Financially, this transition is also advantageous, with projected cost savings of approximately 30% over the next decade due to the adoption of Android. These savings will enable B3 to conduct more frequent hardware refresh cycles, ensuring employees remain equipped with the latest technology.
As a tech-focused organization, B3 continuously explores new innovations, from AI agents to ultra-low-latency data centers. With the integration of Android devices and the exceptional support from Google and Samsung, B3 is well-positioned to maintain compliance while providing its workforce with the secure, cutting-edge tools necessary to propel the business forward.
Want to learn more? Find out why financial services companies choose Android Enterprise.
