Secure platform integration: Bridging IoT surveillance systems and mobile device management

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) surveillance systems with mobile device management platforms creates significant security challenges throughout the device lifecycle. This article presents a comprehensive framework addressing these challenges through a mixed-method analysis of security practices across multiple industries. Results reveal critical vulnerabilities at integration points, with particular concerns during the decommissioning phase where 82% of organizations lack formal retirement procedures. The Secure Platform Integration Model (SPIM) introduced in this article addresses these vulnerabilities through a four-layer approach encompassing architecture, identity management, operations, and lifecycle management. Implementation of this model demonstrates substantial improvements in security posture, particularly through unified access control mechanisms, continuous authentication protocols, and structured decommissioning procedures. Cloud-based and edge computing integration strategies further enhance security outcomes by providing centralized policy enforcement while reducing data exposure. Practical applications of the framework across the device lifecycle highlight the importance of cross-functional collaboration in maintaining security from initial provisioning through operational management to secure decommissioning. These findings contribute to the evolving understanding of security in complex IoT ecosystems connected to mobile platforms.