
Do you have a reMarkable writing tablet?
For security reasons, the reMarkable writing tablet can no longer be purchased at OsloMet.
Previously purchased writing tablets from reMarkable can still be used, provided that only open (green) data is stored. The device must be protected with a pin code. The writing tablet can´t be connected to an OsloMet OneDrive account in reMarkable Cloud. This also applies to private reMarkables used for work.
The reason that reMarkable can no longer be purchased, is that the writing tablet's built-in storage cannot be encrypted, and that the writing tablets only protection is a pin code.
In combination with synchronization between OneDrive and reMarkable's own cloud service, this can lead to data from OsloMet being stored with insufficient protection.
OsloMet follows the security development of reMarkable and will revise our guidelines if reMarkable offers encryption and/or other enhanced security measures.
Guideline applicable to all employees
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reMarkable writing tablets can no longere be purchased for employees.
Guidelines for those who are already using a reMarkable
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All users of a reMarkable writing tablet must be aware of what is noted and stored on the device. Personal information, business-critical data, trade secrets, and other data worth protecting should not be handled on the writing tablet.
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The reMarkable writing tablet can not be connected to OsloMet's systems/servers, e.g. OneDrive and SharePoint. This is to prevent data from being synchronized from OsloMet to reMarkable's cloud service.
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reMarkable writing tablets used in employment at OsloMet should only be used for green/open data.
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reMarkable writing tablets used at OsloMet must have the pin code lock turned on.
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If a reMarkable writing tablet is to be disposed you must delete all data owned/managed by OsloMet, including green data.
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Upon termination of employment, reMarkable writing tablets that are purchased/owned by OsloMet must be returned to IT Service Desk.
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Guidelines for access control, data classification, information security when traveling, handling of personal information, securing personal ICT equipment apply to the use of reMarkable just like any other technical equipment.
Guideline applicable to the ICT Department
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OsloMet should have an overview of reMarkable writing tablets that have already been purchased. Beyond this, reMarkable writing tablets should not be managed by OsloMet.
Do you have questions about the guideline or purchase?
Please contact itservicedesk@oslomet.no
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