Unified endpoint management
Unified endpoint management (UEM) is a class of software tools that provide a single management interface for mobile, PC and other devices. It is an evolution of, and replacement for, mobile device management (MDM) and enterprise mobility management (EMM) and client management tools.[1]
It provides capabilities for managing and securing mobile applications, content, collaboration and more. It is a single approach to managing all endpoints like smartphones, tablets, laptops, printers, ruggedized devices, Internet of Things (IoT) and wearables.
Evolution
[edit]With new types of devices being used in the workplace, administration of traditional laptops, desktops and new devices was a challenging task for IT administrators. Traditional CMTs (client management tools) lacked some features for a complete approach to endpoint management. The rise of UEM[2] was also a result of the adoption of newer enterprise friendly platforms like Windows 10, and iOS 11.
Differences between MDM, EMM and UEM[3]
- MDM controls mobile device functionality and converts it into a single purpose or dedicated device. It has features like device enrollment, remote control, device lockdown, and location tracking
- EMM offers all MDM features, and also provides Mobile Information Management, Bring Your Own Device, Mobile Application Management and Mobile Content Management.
- UEM provides enterprises management of mobile devices as well as endpoints like desktops, printers, IoT devices and wearables from a single management platform.
See also
[edit]- Mobile device management
- Enterprise mobility management
- Mobile security
- List of Mobile Device Management software
References
[edit]- ^ "Magic Quadrant for Unified Endpoint Management Tools". www.gartner.com. Retrieved 2018-11-18.
- ^ "What is unified endpoint management (UEM)? - Definition from WhatIs.com".
- ^ "Difference in MDM, EMM and UEM". 2017-07-10.[dead link]