LetMobile and MDM
Most MDM solutions were originally designed to add management capabilities to the previous generation of mobile devices, i.e. Windows Mobile and Symbian. This approach is still valid for mobile asset management and tracking, but becomes less appropriate for employee‐owned devices and for security per-se. MDM focuses on management functions, with security being implied by the assumption that if the device is managed then the data on it is protected. While management definitely adds to security, it cannot replace core security values.
In addition, most MDM solutions overtake the entire device, altering the user experience in all or most functions, including those that have nothing to do with business data or tasks. This intrusive profile is often not acceptable to the device owner. Furthermore, Some MDMs also require users to use dedicated clients for functions such as email instead of the original apps that they love.
While MDM is valuable for closely managing a fleet of corporate-issued devices, LetMobile is a simpler, more cost-effective, email security solution, which also respects the user experience preferences and privacy requirements of the individual owners.
MDM is for device management
- Good for corporate-issued devices that must be closely controlled
LetMobile is for data protection
- Good for personal devices (BYOD) and for corporate devices where it is important to protect the data, not the device
Some customers need both
- To protect both corporate and personal devices
- Providing two layers of protection
Organizations are invited to adopt LetMobile for their entire workforce, letting them enjoy the security benefits, user experience advantages, and cost-effective management capabilities. If additional management tools for corporate-issued devices are required, MDM can seamlessly complement LetMobile.
