Organizations rely on a diverse array of connected devices—including PCs, mobile devices, printers, and IoT equipment—to drive their operations. Effectively managing these endpoints is crucial for maintaining security, ensuring compliance, and optimizing productivity. However, many companies grapple with the complexities of overseeing multiple endpoint management platforms, leading to significant challenges and loss of productivity.
The Pitfalls of Multiple Endpoint Management Platforms
Recent research by Stratix highlights the vulnerabilities in using multiple endpoint management systems. Our survey of IT leaders revealed that a staggering 94 percent of organizations are juggling more than one endpoint management platform. This fragmented approach creates detrimental effects:
- Security Gaps: Managing various platforms can result in inconsistent security policies and oversight, leaving organizations susceptible to breaches. Notably, 30 percent of endpoints are not adequately managed, increasing the risk of cyberattacks.
- Operational Inefficiencies: Multiple systems necessitate additional training and resources, leading to increased operational costs and administrative burdens. IT teams often find themselves stretched thin, managing disparate tools instead of focusing on strategic initiatives.
- Compliance Challenges: Ensuring compliance across various platforms can be daunting. The lack of a unified view complicates monitoring and reporting, making it harder to adhere to industry regulations and standards.
The Case for Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
To address these challenges, Stratix advocates using a holistic Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) approach with a tool like Omnissa’s Workspace ONE. UEM consolidates the management of all endpoints into a single platform, offering several advantages:
- Enhanced Security: A unified platform ensures consistent security policies across all devices, reducing vulnerabilities and improving the organization’s overall security posture.
- Improved Efficiency: Centralized management streamlines processes, reduces redundancies, and allows IT teams to automate routine tasks, freeing them to focus on more strategic projects.
- Simplified Compliance: With a single pane of glass for all endpoints, monitoring and reporting become more straightforward, facilitating adherence to regulatory requirements.
Implementing a comprehensive UEM solution can significantly reduce the complexities of managing multiple platforms. Stratix emphasizes that organizations leveraging UEM can better protect against threats, ensure device compliance, and create superior user experiences.
Overcoming Implementation Hurdles
Despite the clear benefits, transitioning to a UEM system can be challenging. Many organizations cite concerns such as quality, control, communication barriers, and cost as reasons for hesitation. A managed service provider like Stratix can review your environment and needs to recommend and design an effective endpoint management strategy tailored to your organization.
We build in enhanced security and best practices to maximize your current environment or assist in migrating you to a new UEM platform.
Those who have partnered with a managed service provider like Stratix for UEM migration services report positive outcomes, including:
- Cost-Effectiveness: Outsourcing to MSPs can be more economical than managing multiple platforms in-house.
- Access to Certified Experts: MSPs provide specialized knowledge and experience, ensuring a smoother transition and effective management. Stratix, for example, is an Omnissa Gold Partner, and we have a dedicated team of certified experts who manage Workspace One for hundreds of customers.
- Improved Policies and Response Times: With dedicated teams, MSPs can enhance policy development and offer swift issue resolution.
- Operational Streamlining: MSPs help in consolidating processes, leading to more reliable and efficient operations.
By collaborating with experienced MSPs like Stratix, organizations can navigate the complexities of UEM streamlined platform adoption and fully realize its benefits.
Conclusion
The reliance on multiple endpoint management platforms poses significant risks and inefficiencies for organizations. Embracing a Unified Endpoint Management approach not only mitigates these challenges but also enhances security, operational efficiency, and compliance. Partnering with knowledgeable providers like Stratix can facilitate a seamless transition to UEM, empowering organizations to manage their endpoints more effectively in an increasingly connected world.
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