Are Passkeys the Future of Business Security—or Just Another Tech Gimmick?
If you’re outsourcing your IT and relying on mobile devices to run your business, you need to understand the security tools you’re being asked to trust. One of the latest? Passkeys. They promise a future without passwords—but are they ready for prime time in the business world?
Let’s break it down.
What Are Passkeys?
Passkeys are a new, more secure way to log in to apps and websites. Instead of a traditional password, you sign in using biometrics like Face ID or a fingerprint. They’re stored in your device’s secure keychain and synced across your devices (if you’re using Apple or Google accounts).
They’re phishing-resistant, harder to steal, and eliminate one of the biggest weaknesses in your security: people choosing bad passwords.
Sounds Great. So What’s the Catch?
If your business is outsourcing IT or managing a remote team—especially across mobile devices—security control becomes just as important as convenience.
Too often, we see companies in Austin and across Central Texas rushing into new technologies without thinking about the policy, management, and recovery layers that protect them. That’s where CTTS comes in.
When to Use Passkeys in a Business Setting:
✅ When your mobile devices are secured with biometrics or a strong PIN
✅ When your IT partner has implemented Mobile Device Management (MDM)
✅ When your team is trained on safe authentication practices
When NOT to Use Passkeys:
🚫 On shared or unsecured devices
🚫 Without MDM policies and remote wipe capabilities
🚫 When you don’t have visibility into where and how they're being used
The CTTS Approach: Security Without Complexity
At CTTS, we help business leaders across Austin, TX and surrounding areas deploy security best practices—including Passkeys, MDM, and endpoint monitoring—without slowing down productivity. As your outsourced IT partner, we take ownership of the risks, the policies, and the execution, so you can focus on growth.
Whether your team is on the go, hybrid, or fully remote, we build a secure, modern foundation for your mobile workforce.
📞 Schedule your free strategy session now at www.CTTSonline.com
Let’s make sure your mobile security is ready before the next breach.
FAQs About Passkeys
Q1: Are Passkeys really more secure than passwords?
Yes. Passkeys eliminate the need for stored or remembered passwords, reducing the risk of phishing and password leaks. They’re stored locally and authenticated using biometrics.
Q2: Can Passkeys work across company-issued and personal devices?
Yes, but only if your IT provider has a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution in place to control access, sync devices securely, and wipe them if lost or stolen.
Q3: How do Passkeys fit into an outsourced IT model?
Your outsourced IT provider—like CTTS—should ensure Passkeys are part of a broader security strategy that includes user training, mobile management, and compliance policies.
Contact CTTS today for IT support and managed services in Austin, TX. Let us handle your IT so you can focus on growing your business. Visit CTTSonline.com or call us at (512) 388-5559 to get started!