Create Virtual Boundaries for Improved Asset Tracking and Device Management

Geofencing is a powerful location-based technology that creates virtual boundaries around specific geographical areas. Think of it as an invisible fence that triggers specific actions when devices enter or exit a predefined zone. For IT administrators, this is not just a feature—it's a critical tool for enhancing security, improving productivity, and streamlining device management.

Understanding Modern Geofencing

Geofencing uses GPS, cellular data, or Wi-Fi to define a virtual perimeter around a specific geographic area. When devices cross these boundaries, they trigger customizable actions - from simple notifications to complex security protocols. This advancement in location-based services has become fundamental for organizations seeking precise device management solutions.

Geofencing in SureMDM

With SureMDM, IT admins can set circular and apply specific rules (known as Jobs and Profiles) when a device enters or exits the fence. Circular geofencing has been a long time favourite for our customers and works well in many scenarios. But Polygonal geofencing can give you more control and help you design geofences with better precision and flexibility.

What is Polygonal Geofencing?

Polygonal Geofencing, the latest enhancement to Geofencing in SureMDM, enables you to create smarter, more accurate virtual perimeters tailored to your organization’s unique needs. This feature allows you to define precise geofences around any shape, from building footprints to specific zones within a facility. With polygonal geofencing, IT admins can:

• Map geofences to places with irregular shapes, such as warehouses, campuses, or neighborhoods, with pinpoint accuracy.
• Minimize interference between adjoining zones by precisely defining boundaries.
• Ensure devices operate strictly within required areas, ensuring data compliance.
• Focus monitoring on relevant areas only.

Not only that, when devices enter or exit the defined boundary, administrators can:

• Enforce security policies (Jobs/Profiles in SureMDM).
• Trigger automatic device settings changes.
• Send notifications to the device, MDM console, or a specified email address.

Note: Polygonal geofencing is supported on Android devices with SureMDM Agent version 27.40.03 and above.

With Polygonal Geofencing, SureMDM empowers IT admins to manage devices with unmatched precision, ensuring your organization stays secure—no matter how complex the environment.

Use Cases of Geofencing

• Secure Sensitive Areas: Restrict device access to specific zones, such as data centers or executive offices.
• Optimize Field Operations: Track field workers' location and trigger alerts if they deviate from planned routes.
• Improve Asset Management: Monitor the location of company-owned devices and enforce return policies.
• Enforce Device Compliance: Restrict device functionality in sensitive areas and prevent data misuse to ensure strict adherence to compliance policies.

Key Benefits of SureMDM Geofencing

• Granular Control: Create precise geofences by setting radius boundaries or customizing them to align with your organization’s unique layout.
• Enhanced Device and Data Security: Implement strict security policies for devices entering or exiting sensitive areas.
• Optimized Operations: Streamline workflows by automating actions based on device location.
• Simplified Device Management: Automate tasks like app deployment, policy enforcement, and configuration changes based on geofence triggers.

Enhanced Device Security and Control with SureMDM Geofencing

SureMDM Geofencing is a game-changing data and device security strategy in your organization. If you need precision, flexibility, and enhanced device security, SureMDM’s geofencing—now with polygonal capabilities—offers it all, giving you unmatched control over your mobile device ecosystem. Try it out today!