Cloud-connected security and storage solutions provider, Barracuda Networks Inc., has updated its MDM solution, a free cloud-based mobile device and application management service. Barracuda MDM is part of the company’s Total Threat Protection initiative, and now includes support for Android operating systems.
“We first released Barracuda MDM with iOS support targeting our K – 12 customers rolling out 1:1 iPad initiatives,” says Stephen Pao, GM security, Barracuda. “By extending Barracuda MDM support to the Android operating system, we look forward to extending support to help our corporate customers manage their BYOD environments that span both Android and iOS.”
Barracuda MDM is managed through a centralized console integrated into the Barracuda Cloud Control portal. Highlights include:
- Security – Configure mobile devices to include passcode policies, functionality restrictions, email/Exchange Active Sync, authentication credentials, and wifi/vpn/proxy access.
- Application Management – Manage app store access, enterprise applications, and integrate mobile devices into the Apple VPP program. Installed applications can be monitored and unauthorized applications can be flagged for follow-up.
- †Remote Management – Wipe or lock stolen devices, un-enroll devices when employees leave the company, and change security and access policies with an easy to use, intuitive user interface.
Barracuda Mobile Device Manager is provided at no cost for existing Barracuda customers and can be accessed through the Barracuda Cloud Control portal. Once a service account is provisioned, mobile devices can be enrolled with the service from any location. Administrators can send users an email invitation with enrollment information through the service. Optionally, users can download the Barracuda Mobile Device Companion app from the iTunes App Store and Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.barracuda.mobilecompanion). The service also supports zero-touch enrollment and inventory management through the Apple DEP program.
