Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

Centralize deployment, security, and lifecycle management for every endpoint: mobile, desktop, rugged, wearables, and IoT across Android, iOS/iPadOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux.

UEM overview connecting mobile, desktop, and IoT endpoints

What is UEM?

Unified Endpoint Management is a framework that brings device, app, identity, network, and security controls together in one place. UEM spans mobile (Android/iOS), desktops (Windows/macOS/Linux), and emerging endpoints (wearables/IoT).

How it works

  • Onboard endpoints via Zero-Touch (Android), Apple Business Manager, and Windows Autopilot
  • Apply policies (security, Wi-Fi/VPN, certificates), distribute apps, and schedule OS updates
  • Monitor health, posture, and compliance with real-time dashboards and alerts
  • Automate remediation and restrict access for non-compliant devices

Key benefits

  • Single pane of glass: unified visibility and control across OS families
  • Faster onboarding: zero-touch enrollment at scale
  • Security by default: encryption, app controls, DLP, network profiles
  • Lower IT effort: automation for updates, compliance, and reporting

MDM vs UEM

MDM vs UEM capabilities comparison A side-by-side comparison: MDM covers mobile platforms and basic capabilities; UEM extends to desktops and IoT with zero-touch onboarding, automated compliance, identity integration, and unified analytics. MDM vs UEM MDM UEM Mobile device management Unified control of all endpoints Platforms Mobile (Android, iOS) Mobile + Windows, macOS, Linux, IoT App management Basic deployment Full lifecycle: deploy, update, retire, managed configs, per-app VPN Compliance Manual checks Automated posture, conditional access, remediation Onboarding Manual / QR Zero-touch (ABM, Android Zero-Touch, Autopilot) Identity Limited RBAC, SSO, directory sync Analytics Basic Unified telemetry, reports & alerts Automation Scripts APIs, webhooks, policy-driven workflows MDM UEM

Need device-level fundamentals? See MDM. Need mobile app/email/content focus? See EMM.

UEM FAQs

How is UEM different from MDM and EMM?
MDM focuses on device controls. EMM adds app/email/content management for mobile. UEM unifies mobile, desktop, and other endpoints in one console.
Do I need UEM if I only manage phones and tablets?
If you only manage mobile, MDM/EMM may be sufficient. If you manage laptops/desktops or want one policy set for all endpoints, consider UEM.
Can UEM support BYOD while protecting privacy?
Yes. Android Work Profile and Apple User Enrollment separate work and personal data, enabling selective wipe of work data only.

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