Why you need an MDM like ManageXR to manage your XR devices

What is an MDM?

MDM stands for mobile device management. It is a combination of software and processes that makes it possible to track, secure, and deploy many devices at scale. MDMs are used in almost every industry that distributes devices to its workforce, like businesses, schools, and hospitals. Traditionally, these devices include smartphones, tablets, and computers. 

With an MDM, remotely deploy apps, settings, firmware, and more to your fleet of devices, rather than painstakingly updating each device one by one. Remotely control the device in specific scenarios, like unlocking the device if you forget your password or wiping your device of sensitive data if it’s been lost. Standard mobile device management features include:

• Device inventory and tracking
• Application distribution & updates
• Remote wipe & lock
• Password enforcement
• Application whitelisting and blacklisting
• Data encryption enforcement
• Enable connections to enterprise wifi networks

Maintaining control over your organization’s mobile devices is crucial for security, compliance, and overall ease of use. Since nearly all organizations rely on mobile devices, MDMs are a critical piece of IT infrastructure that can enable a single administrator to centrally manage thousands of devices spread across the globe. You simply can’t support a large-scale device deployment without a toolset to help automate device management tasks like updating applications, firmware, and settings.

Why won’t your current MDM work for XR?

Traditional MDMs are made for computers, smartphones, and tablets. Naturally, their features are limited to what those devices can do. However, VR and AR are entirely new mediums with unique capabilities, meaning you need an MDM built to support these cutting-edge and rapidly evolving devices. 

Here are 3 key reasons you need to use an MDM that is built for XR:

1. Simplified User Experience: End-users need a simplified home environment to make XR easy to use. Whether you need to lock students to a set of approved apps, or make it easier for your new employees to access their training modules, a simple and customizable XR home environment is crucial for successfully using XR at scale.
2. VR Content Deployment: VR content comes in many different formats, and you need an MDM that will distribute all of them. With an MDM built for XR, you can remotely deploy apps, videos, webXR links, and more.
3. Unique XR Use Cases: You need an MDM that is designed to support XR use cases. Traditional MDMs are typically designed for large deployments consisting of enterprise smartphones and laptops used by a single end user. However, XR deployments are rarely used by only one individual. Whether it’s many students sharing a classroom set of devices, a doctor using a device to treat multiple patients, or a museum-goer using an XR device in an exhibit, there are many unique XR use cases that require a flexible MDM designed for XR.

Why choose ManageXR?

ManageXR stands out from traditional MDMs because it’s explicitly designed for XR use cases. Here are three key reasons why you should use ManageXR for your XR deployment:

1. Whether you’re an IT expert at a global enterprise or just starting your XR-at-scale journey, ManageXR is designed to solve your needs while being easy to use. Unlike most traditional MDMs, ManageXR offers premium features designed for XR, such as:

• Support for all leading XR devices, including Meta, PICO, HTC Vive, DPVR, and more
• Customizable XR Home Screen
• The ability to lock down devices to a Kiosked App or Kiosked Video
• Device usage analytics
• Native 360, 180, 2D video support and distribution
• WebXR support
• Bulk device provisioning tools

2. ManageXR is “for XR innovators, by XR innovators.” In 2017, while deploying 1,300 headsets to over 200 children’s hospitals across the US, we realized a fundamental roadblock to adopting XR: It was possible to run a successful VR pilot program in a single location, but distributing that solution across several locations was incredibly challenging. Addressing this problem led us to create ManageXR, the platform that enables organizations to use XR at scale.
   
   As early innovators, we know what it takes to deploy XR. We’ve felt the pain of doing it ourselves as we set up hundreds of devices and taught others how to use VR for the first time. We have also seen the incredible outcomes of XR, from helping patients reduce their pain with VR therapeutics to participating in collaborative 3D design sessions in VR. These first-hand experiences drive our product roadmap and motivate our team to build the best XR management platform available.

3. ManageXR is a trusted platform, with over 2,000 customers in over 120 countries. We support deployments of all sizes, and our largest deployments are over 30,000 devices. XR MDM is our product, but making XR deployments successful is our job. Working with us means you have access to the most experienced XR deployment specialists in the world. We aim to help your XR program grow, no matter how many devices you start with.

ManageXR is purpose-built to support the unique needs of XR, from seamless content deployment to flexible device management. Join over 2,000 customers who trust ManageXR to power their XR initiatives at scale. Try ManageXR for free today, or meet with our team to discuss how you can launch your XR program successfully.