As technology continues to develop at such a rapid pace, businesses are frequently presented with the opportunity to create efficiencies within their digital infrastructure. Of the many solutions currently being discussed throughout the web, few of them come into the conversation as often as mobile device management (MDM).?
Following 2020’s worldwide demand to work from home, companies of all sizes had to find ways of mobilising their workforce if they wished to adapt to the circumstances. This brought MDM softwares to the forefront of tech department meetings across the globe. Reading this now today, your business most likely falls into one of two categories:
- Already has a system in place to manage mobile devices and you’re looking to equip yourself with the knowledge that will help you improve what you’ve got.?
- Yet to adopt an MDM and you’re looking to learn more about what they are and how it applies to your management model.?
?Either way, you’re looking to learn more about what these bits of kit can do, how they do it, and ultimately identify the best mobile device management solutions.?
You’re in the right place.
What is mobile device management?
Mobile Device Management (MDM) is a digital infrastructure which allows the administration of multiple devices, enabling one or more administrators to customise the user experience and secure the collective data of the organisation.?
In a commercial sense, this means that the tech department can customise the capabilities of a company’s digital fleet, ensuring that each device is programmed with two core functions being prioritised – productivity and security.
How MDM boosts productivity
- Custom setup and maintenance:?Streamline the deployment of your devices by delivering an out the box solution which comes with all necessary operating systems, applications and functions pre-installed, accompanied by a branded load up to give staff a running start and the tools they need to keep on excelling. Once they’re on their way, IT departments can undergo maintenance checks and troubleshooting remotely, to keep them connected wherever they are.
- Application and browsing restrictions:?Mobile devices can be a huge distraction these days. It’s unrealistic to expect all staff members to steer 100% clear of procrastinating, especially with gaming and social media apps constantly battling for their attention. Placing limitations on what applications and websites are available on their devices will delete that distraction from their workday, both improving productivity and reducing the potential for a cluttered mindstate
- Unique user profiles:?Each member of your team will have their own unique user profile, which is compatible across all devices, making sure that data and progress is maintained and easily transferable.
How MDM increases security
- Device Tracking:?Each device can be enrolled with GPS tracking, as well as an interface to allow real-time monitoring, support, and updates.Tracking features can also be designed to report on the activity of each device and trigger alerts when company data is at risk. The IT department can then lock or wipe the device if necessary. So, no more worrying about losing your phonebook as it drives away on the back seat of a taxi.
- Application Security:?Every application can be installed with its own security measures, creating a tiered system of authorisation within each device dictating what each app is allowed to do. For example, some apps may benefit from having restrictions in place to stop data from being copied to clipboard, whereas others may need to be programmed to limit the type of data which is stored on the device.?
- Identity and Access Management (IAM):?Most of us are familiar with passwords and 2FA at this point, but when it comes to corporate data, the need for identity based security grows tenfold. IAM regulates each user’s access based on their position within the organisation using features such as single sign-on (SSO), email verification, passwordless login, and multi-factor authentication.
- Endpoint Security:?Thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), businesses may be in a position where their data is accessible via a wide range of mediums – mobiles, tablets, computers, laptops, and smartwatches are the most common. Endpoint security protects all end-user devices from being exploited, using antivirus software and other such preventative measures. All of which will be installed on the device before it arrives with the end-user, leaving no cracks in the defence for hackers to sneak through.
If you're looking for an MDM, get in touch with RVT - the experts in supplying//managing//refreshing your technology. Right now, we are offering free MDM for one year to every customer. To find out more go direct to our Free Mobile Device Management page.
Where do I find the best mobile device management solutions? RVT + Samsung Knox.
Right now, RVT is offering to install and maintain MDM for your business completely free of charge... for a whole year. To make that offer even more powerful, all new customers will be receiving Samsung Knox free of charge as part of that?12 month MDM promotion.?
Samsung Knox is quite simply the most powerful Samsung business software available to couple with your Samsung devices. If you're looking to boost productivity and increase security, Knox is equipped with defence-grade security systems and top tier business solutions which guarantee to meet the demands of your operations.
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