What is MDM?

Mobile device management (MDM) is software that enables IT administrators to control, secure and enforce policies on smartphones, tablets and other endpoints.  The intent of MDM is to optimize the functionality and security of mobile devices within the school while simultaneously protecting the school network.

MDM relies on endpoint software called an MDM agent and an MDM server that lives in a data centre (either on-premises or in the cloud).  IT administrators may configure policies through the MDM server’s management console, and the server then pushes those policies over the air to the MDM agent on the device.

The deployment of MDM will involve re-installation of OS and remote wipe of device.