Provider
IT and school admins have various options for remotely managing app usage on BenQ smart displays.
In today’s connected classrooms and modern meeting rooms, most smart boards, smart signage, and smart projectors are connected to the internet and integrated with cloud-based tools. These cloud-enabled education and business displays empower teachers and teams to use apps, websites, video conferencing platforms, and interactive teaching software to enhance productivity and engagement.
However, cloud connectivity can introduce potential cybersecurity risks—making secure smart display solutions a must.
BenQ smart displays—including BenQ Boards, smart signage, and smart projectors—rely on cloud-based technologies to deliver secure, seamless experiences for schools and businesses alike. To do this, we work with a range of cloud service providers and third-party integrations that fulfill specific roles, from data storage to authentication, that we select based on their adherence to widely recognized security and privacy standards.
Why We Use Cloud Service Providers
Modern display solutions, which offer internet connectivity, apps, single sign-on (SSO), and services such as Google Classroom integration, require infrastructure that can scale, perform reliably, and meet strict security requirements. Rather than building this entirely in-house, BenQ partners with trusted providers to handle:
- Cloud hosting that ensures uptime and availability of services.
- Cloud storage and file sharing that enables users to access and store files across different platforms.
- Authentication and identity access management for secure access to accounts and enabling SSO.
- Analytics so IT and school admins can understand product usage at a glance.
- Additional services that offer geolocation data and weather updates to enhance product features such as weather widgets, clocks, and more.
Overview of Providers and Functions
Here is a breakdown of the types of providers we work with:
All services
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud hosting for all BenQ Cloud Products
User account data, files, and content
Frankfurt, Germany
AWS Compliance Programs
Cloud storage
Provider
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
Google Drive
File storage and sharing
Authentication data
Various global data centers
Google Compliance & Security |
Dropbox
File storage and sharing
Authentication data
Various global data centers
Dropbox Security & Trust
Microsoft OneDrive
File storage and sharing
Authentication data
Various global data centers
Microsoft Compliance
Box
File storage and sharing
Authentication data
Various global data centers
Box Security & Compliance
Nextcloud
Self-hosted cloud storage
User account data
Depends on self-hosted deployment
Nextcloud Security |
SSO
Provider
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
Google Workspace
OAuth login
Email, profile name |
Various global data centers
Google Compliance & Security |
Apple Login
OAuth login
Email, profile
Various global data centers
Apple Security & Privacy
Azure Active Directory
SAML authentication (SSO)
Email, role, group membership
Various global data centers
Microsoft Compliance & Security
ClassLink
SSO integration
Email, profile
US
ClassLink Security
Clever
SSO integration
Email, profile
US
Clever Trust
LMS
Provider
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
Google Classroom
Learning management
Service usage metadata
Various global data centers
Google Compliance & Security
Analytics
Provider
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
Google Analytics 4, BigQuery
Usage tracking and analytics
Pseudonymous IDs, device data
Various global data centers
Google Compliance & Security |
Others
Provider
Purpose
Data Type
Location
Security
IP-API
IP geolocation
Geographic data (city, region)
Various global data centers
IP-API Security
OpenWeather
Weather data service
Location data (e.g., city)
Various global data centers
OpenWeather Security
Mailchimp
Email notifications
Email address
US
Mailchimp Security
All providers are strictly audited for their compliance with key data protection regulations and standards, including ISO certifications, SOC 2, GDPR readiness, and regional laws to minimize latency and meet local data protection requirements.
Focus on Privacy and Compliance
Our use of the above cloud service platforms is designed with user privacy in mind. For services that involve personal or authentication data, we work only with providers who publish clear security documentation and maintain transparent data handling practices.
Choosing BenQ Solutions for Security and Reliability
As more classrooms and meeting rooms adopt cloud-connected displays, prioritizing data privacy, system security, and regulatory compliance is crucial. BenQ smart displays are designed with security in mind, using trusted third-party providers to deliver essential features including SSO, cloud storage access, and more. By partnering with providers that meet stringent cybersecurity standards, BenQ ensures that schools and businesses can enjoy powerful, cloud-based functionality without compromising user or data privacy.
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