MDM-oplossingen voor XR-apparaten

Experience and advice from Unbound Consultancy

At Unbound Consultancy we help organizations effectively manage XR devices through various Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems. These systems are essential for managing VR/AR headsets at scale, providing control over device configurations, security, and content distribution.

What is an MDM system?

An MDM system allows companies to manage multiple XR devices from a single central platform. This is especially useful in deployments where dozens or even hundreds of devices are used for training, simulations, or business applications. Here are some of the key capabilities of MDM systems:

Device manager: Manage and configure multiple XR devices simultaneously from a dashboard.
Content distribution: Easily distribute VR / AR content and training across all devices.
Security: Secure devices and protect sensitive business data.
Remote updates: Perform software updates remotely without manual intervention.

Benefits of MDM for XR devices

The benefits of an MDM system are especially visible in companies that manage multiple devices. MDM systems provide greater efficiency and control by centrally managing updates, fault diagnosis, and configurations. It saves time and resources, which is especially important with large-scale rollouts of XR devices.

Choose MDM: If your company uses XR devices on a large scale, for example for training, VR demonstrations or AR projects. An MDM system gives you the scalability and control needed to smoothly manage and monitor multiple devices.

Do not choose MDM: For smaller organizations with only a few XR devices, an MDM system may be unnecessary. In that case, manual management may be sufficient, saving you the cost and complexity of an MDM solution.

Our experience with MDM systems

At Unbound Consultancy, We have extensive experience with various MDM platforms, including Quest for Business, ArborXR, ManageXR, Pico Business Suite, VMware Workspace ONE, Microsoft Intune, and VIVE Business+. Each of these systems offers unique benefits:

ArborXR and ManageXR are ideal for managing large amounts of XR devices and provide powerful content management and device security tools.
VMware Workspace ONE and Microsoft Intune integrate well with existing IT environments, which is useful for companies that already use these platforms to manage other devices.

We help companies manage their XR workplaces on a daily basis, where MDM systems are an essential part of our services.

MDM solutions from headset manufacturers

In addition to the general MDM systems, various headset manufacturers also offer their own MDM solutions. These systems are specifically designed for managing their own VR/AR headsets and often offer additional features and deeper integration with the hardware. Some examples are:

Quest for Business: Developed specifically for managing Meta's Oculus Quest headsets, with a focus on security and content distribution.
Pico Business Suite: Focuses on easily managing and configuring Pico headsets.
VIVE Business+: Provides powerful management options for HTC VIVE headsets, especially for business applications.

These manufacturer-specific MDM systems are ideal for companies that focus on one particular type of XR hardware and want full integration with the devices.

When do you choose a manufacturer-specific MDM?

Manufacturer-specific MDMS often provide additional capabilities tailored to the specific XR device, such as content management and security optimization. They can be ideal for companies that work with a specific brand and want more control over the hardware functionalities. In other cases, a generic MDM such as ArborXR or ManageXR sufficient for managing multiple types of devices.

Conclusion

MDM systems offer extensive options for managing XR devices and are indispensable for companies that use XR equipment on a large scale. At Unbound Consultancy we have worked with all major MDM platforms and support customers in managing their XR workplaces on a daily basis. Whether you choose a generic platform like ArborXR or a manufacturer-specific solution such as Quest for Business, we help you choose the right solution for your situation.