[1] MDM is typically a deployment of a combination of on-device applications and configurations, corporate policies and certificates, and backend infrastructure, for the purpose of simplifying and enhancing the IT management of end user devices.
The overall role of MDM is to increase device supportability, security, and corporate functionality while maintaining some user flexibility.
Most recently laptops and desktops have been added to the list of systems supported as MDM becomes more about basic device management and less about the mobile platform itself.
[5] By controlling and protecting the data and configuration settings of all mobile devices in a network, MDM can reduce support costs and business risks.
The intent of MDM is to optimize the functionality and security of a mobile communications network while minimizing cost and downtime.
[7] The use of mobile device management across continues to grow at a steady pace, and is likely to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 23% through 2028.
This testing of content is done in real time by simulating the actions of thousands of customers and detecting and correcting bugs in the applications.
[citation needed] Such a platform can automatically detect devices in the network, sending them settings for immediate and continued usability.
Additionally, encryption for the entire device and/or SD Card can be enforced depending on MDM product capability.
Secure docs: Employees frequently copy attachments downloaded from corporate email to their personal devices and then misuse it.
In the rapidly evolving industry such as mobile, SaaS (cloud-based) systems are sometimes quicker to set up, offer easier updates with lower capital costs compared to on-premises solutions that require hardware or virtual machines, need regular software maintenance, and might incur higher capital costs.
[citation needed] The primary policy approach taken by Federal agencies to build relationships with cloud service providers is Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) accreditation and certification, designed in part to protect FISMA Low, Moderate, High and Li-SaaS systems.