Developing a Unified Endpoint Management and Security Strategy

This report addresses a key category within enterprise security and risk management programs as described in our Multi-cloud Security Reference Architecture. It provides guidance for developing Unified Endpoint Management and Security (UEMS) strategies to deal with issues exposed during the pandemic as the combination of massive digital engagement and the sudden proliferation of users working from home increased risk and challenged productivity.

A UEMS strategy for large organizations should identify business and technical requirements, capability gaps, target architectures, and implementation roadmaps. This report is a starting point for understanding the UEMS space, formulating your strategy, reviewing your requirements, and building out capabilities in the context of an overall security and risk management program.

This report also provides tools leveraging our enterprise consulting work including a UEMS reference architecture template, process guidelines, a quick market survey, and key recommendations.