MDM in the service of logistics
Daily work in logistics increasingly relies on mobile devices. Smartphones, tablets, scanners - these are now standard in warehouses and transportation. But convenience is also followed by risks: lost equipment, unauthorized apps, lack of control over equipment in the field.
This is why companies are reaching for MDM systems that allow them to remotely manage mobile devices and secure data, no matter where the employee or fleet is.
MDM system - what is it and how does it work?
The MDM (Mobile Device Management) system is a tool that allows the IT administrator to fully manage mobile devices in the company. From its level, you can configure devices, install applications, set restrictions, and react when necessary - for example, lock a lost smartphone.
MDM systems support a variety of operating systems - Android, iOS, macOS and Windows - and are often part of broader solutions such as Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) or Unified Endpoint Management (UEM).
Managing mobile devices in logistics - key challenges
In logistics companies, mobility is a daily occurrence. Drivers use phones, warehouse teams work on mobile terminals or industrial tablets, and field technicians access data from within apps. The problem begins when the number of devices grows and the administrator loses control over them.
These are not isolated cases. Studies show that only 7% of lost business smartphones are recovered. For logistics companies, where devices are often on the move, this risk is even higher. Added to this is the issue of crashes and outdated software. In the European transportation and warehousing industry, mobile equipment failures can generate an average of up to 11 hours of downtime per month.
And that's not all. According to data in the Netherlands, workers in the logistics industry lose an average of 4.3 hours per week due to equipment failures - that amounts to about 17 hours lost per month per person. We have not reached analogous data for Poland, but the situation probably looks similar.
Digital threats should not be forgotten either. Most organizations say they have had to deal with phishing attempts targeting smartphones in recent months, and more than half of data leaks in companies are related to mobile devices. Sometimes in protecting data, an efficient update would be enough.
Without proper mobile device management tools, therefore, there is a risk:
- theft of hardware or data,
- installation of unauthorized applications,
- phishing attacks,
- lack of compliance with security policies,
- hitches and hardware failures,
- difficulties with configuring or locking devices.
Efficiently, safely, remotely
Remote MDM system - security and control of mobile equipment
The MDM solution allows not only to install software and configure devices remotely, but also to ensure the security of corporate data. An administrator can lock hardware, set restrictions, automate updates and manage applications on employee devices in a matter of moments. In addition, MDM systems support geolocation of devices, which in logistics allows to monitor the location of equipment in real time and respond to potential threats. Management is done conveniently from a browser.
How to apply Mobile Device Management in logistics?
Implementing an MDM system in a logistics company is a concrete tool that translates into real savings and operational security. An example? A new warehouse employee receives a company tablet, and the administrator configures the device remotely, assigns it to the system, installs the necessary applications and sets the appropriate restrictions. The whole process takes several minutes, without the need to involve the on-site IT department.
Similarly with drivers' phones. If the equipment is lost or stolen, the administrator remotely locks the device, deletes company data and secures access to applications. Thanks to geolocation, it is also possible to quickly locate the equipment.
MDM also allows remote management of field devices, such as smartphones and tablets used by technicians. The automation of updates, configurations and settings minimizes the risk of downtime and errors, and the protection of company data works at every stage of the job, regardless of the user's location.
Antumo MDM in action - deployment at the Ambro Group.
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MDM is a must-have in logistics
Why implement an MDM system in a logistics company?
MDM allows you to better manage mobile devices, ensure data security and automate IT department operations. It allows the company to reduce maintenance costs, minimize the risk of data theft or loss, and administrators have the ability to fully manage equipment - no matter where the devices are located.
An example of implementation in the transportation industry is the Ambro Group, which gained full control over its fleet of mobile devices thanks to Antumo. The company included monitoring of courier terminals, implemented remote locking of equipment and automation of updates. This significantly reduced downtime and increased data security at every stage of logistics operations.
The state-of-the-art MDM solution supports Android, and supports compliance with IT security policies and enterprise expectations. It is a viable support for a business that relies on mobility, security and control.
Modern MDM solution supports Android, and supports compliance with IT policies and expectations.
How to prepare for MDM system implementation?
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Anna Stemplewska
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