Distributed Device Management Services

Distributed Device Management Services helps you track dispersed assets, distribute software and manage patches – no matter where your PC clients are located on the Internet.

Manage local and remote PCs via the Internet Reduce costs with policy-based management Minimize network and end-user impact Lower infrastructure costs with a SaaS-enabled solution Intuitive, easy to configure and use dynamic interface

Dell Asset Management   Made for today’s highly distributed PC environments, this easy-to-use asset management solution helps deliver continuous control and visibility of your distributed assets.   Comprehensive asset discovery & tracking – Automatically discovers all IP devices, integrates with Active Directory® , and manages any Windows-based PC (Windows 2000 and higher). Manage Remote Assets – Works over the Internet – does not require mobile or remote assets to be connected to internal network or VPN. Policy enforcement – Use policies and reports to identify security problems, locate unauthorized software and help enforce enterprise standards.

Dell Software Distribution   Policy-based software distribution that helps maintain corporate standards by automating the distribution of applications, upgrades and configurations throughout your organization.   Policy-based distribution – Automatically deploy applications and upgrades to the appropriate PCs based on centralized rules and standards. Effective use of network resources – Device-based, subnet-based or location-based bandwidth management reduces the need to use local software distribution servers. Software compliance monitoring – Automatically deploy selected applications, flag and report unauthorized software.

Dell Patch Management   The Dell Patch Management service helps ensure security across your organization by automating the patch management process for applications from many leading vendors including Microsoft®  (Windows, Vista & Office), Adobe® , VMware® , and Apple® .   Patch compliance – Force deployment or removal of patches to all managed PCs in or out of network. Streamline patch labor – Automate distribution, reporting, and testing and utilize enterprise-wide policy-based deployment delays. Policy-driven patch management – Set multiple patch policies by vendor, product or severity allowing you to control how computers in your environment are secured. Minimal impact on your network – Set policies on bandwidth at the client or network level or utilize a local repository in order to minimize total bandwidth consumption.

Dell Anti-Malware & Virus Management   Protect your PCs and help ensure end-point security with Dell Anti-Malware & Virus Management.   Centrally deploy and enforce Symantec™ and McAfee anti-virus software and updates for distributed PCs – whether or not they are on the corporate network.   Automate virus & malware policy compliance – Set policies to ensure the latest software and virus definition files are automatically distributed. Infection & vulnerability monitoring – Centrally monitor virus and malware infections, track update compliance and identify known vulnerabilities. Scan enforcement – Control outbreaks by centrally activating administrative scans on devices to enable virus identification and quarantine.