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Ajinkya Patil
Ajinkya Patil

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Overview of Mobile Device Management(MDM)

In the recent past, we have implemented MDM solutions for our mobile apps. In this post, I will share brief information about MDM and its available market solutions.

What is MDM

MDM is all about remotely managing devices. It provides solutions to businesses by managing devices on their own terms.
Some uses of MDM are as follows:

  • Enforcing corporate policies.
  • Securing corporate documents/emails.
  • Providing specific features in apps.

What MDM can manage

  • Applications: Remotely install/update/delete apps.
  • Access Restriction: Configure WiFi access, secure content on the device, etc.
  • Remote Management: Wipe the device, turn the screen off/on, lock the device, etc.
  • Content Management: Deleting files/Updating files, Adding new files to the device, etc.

What advantages MDM can provide

  • App Management: IT admins can deploy, set up, control and update mobile apps easily.
  • Web filtering: IT admins can approve websites that can be accessed on enrolled devices. This increases productivity as the device will be used for work purposes only.
  • Remote Access: IT admins can access and control enrolled devices whenever required.

What MDM solutions are available

There are many MDM solutions available in the market. However, you need to choose based on your requirements. Hence, consider the following parameters:

  • Platforms: MDM vendors support major platforms like Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, etc. However, every MDM vendor doesn’t support all platforms.
  • Easy to use: MDM vendors have different user interface(UI) and user experience(UX). Hence, choose an MDM vendor with an easy-to-use UI and good UX.

Below are some MDM solutions available in the market:

  • Cisco Meraki
  • Jamf PRO
  • Fleetsmith
  • Microsoft Endpoint Manager
  • Workspace ONE UEM
  • MobileIron
  • Apperian
  • Dell EMM
  • Citrix XenMobile

References:

- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_device_management

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