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MedjahedOmar - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager Services Department at Bouygues Telecom Entreprises
Real User
Simple solution but could have better security and more features that enable you to customize it
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is simple."
  • "Security could be improved, and there could be more features that enable you to customize the end customer solution."

What is our primary use case?

We propose this solution in our portfolio and integrate it for end customers. We don't use it for our own needs.

We are using the latest version because we're using it on an Azure public cloud.

What is most valuable?

The solution is simple.

What needs improvement?

Security could be improved, and there could be more features that enable you to customize the end customer solution.

There is not a lot of good sales and technical organization in general, so it's difficult to have support.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with this solution for a year.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It's not really scalable because when an end customer needs a new design, it's difficult to change it.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I prefer our Fortinet solution because of its security solution features. For Meraki, it's simple, although it doesn't have a lot of features. We prefer to suggest a Fortinet solution, for example, if we want to provide a specific design and customize it.

How was the initial setup?

Initial setup is straightforward.

The amount of time it takes to deploy the system really just depends on the needs of the end customer, and if it's a very specific configuration. I don't know exactly because I am not an IT engineer or a network engineer. I am a manager, and I have different people in my team to ensure these activities.

The number of people needed for maintenance just depends on the size of the project, the size of the site, and the customization. Every project is different.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate this solution 6 out of 10.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud

If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

Microsoft Azure
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
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Network leader at FLOW Progressive Logistic
Real User
Top 20
Convenient and effective but costly
Pros and Cons
  • "The cloud dashboard's analytics data is particularly valuable, giving me insights into user activities and making it easy to track and manage devices."
  • "There is room for improvement in terms of pricing."

What is our primary use case?

I rely on Cisco Meraki Systems Manager to manage and monitor our organization's mobile devices. It helps enforce security policies, deploy applications remotely, and track user activities and bandwidth usage. The user roaming features are especially useful for our mobile workforce, ensuring seamless connectivity.

What is most valuable?

I appreciate Cisco Meraki Systems Manager for its user-friendly design and the convenience it brings to device management. The cloud dashboard's analytics data is particularly valuable, giving me insights into user activities and making it easy to track and manage devices.

What needs improvement?

There is room for improvement in terms of pricing. If they could offer a more competitive pricing structure, it would make the solution even more appealing. A more affordable cost would likely attract a broader user base and enhance the overall value of the already robust Meraki system.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Cisco Meraki Systems Manager for a few months.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate the stability as a seven out of ten. While it is a reliable cloud-based solution, I have used Cisco's on-premises solutions before, which offer some features that I find missing in the cloud-based version.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is a fairly scalable solution. In our company, we currently have over 600 users utilizing Cisco Meraki Systems Manager. We have plans to increase the user count in the future.

How was the initial setup?

It took us about three days to deploy it with the help of an integrator.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is on the expensive side.

What other advice do I have?

I would definitely recommend Cisco Meraki Systems Manager to others. Overall, I would rate it as a seven out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Arquiteto Pré Vendas - Soluções Digitais - Cyber Security at Embratel
Real User
Top 10
A solution with quick and efficient cloud management tools that's also easy to set up
Pros and Cons
  • "The central management console on the cloud is fast and is the solution's most valuable feature."
  • "Meraki is limiting our connections."

What is our primary use case?

We manage all the products using Meraki MDM, such as the camera, the switches, and the security. It's very easy to use.

How has it helped my organization?

Less money is needed to install the solution. There's no need to send somebody to the location to implement the firewall. We send the equipment, plug the Internet in, and then we have access.

What is most valuable?

The central management console on the cloud is fast and is the solution's most valuable feature.

What needs improvement?

Meraki is limiting our connections. We have more network ports and equipment than Meraki has set for us. Meraki has set a limit of two ports, while we need four.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used Meraki MDM for five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Meraki MDM's stability a ten out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate Meraki MDM's scalability a ten out of ten.

How was the initial setup?

The solution is very easy to deploy.

What was our ROI?

I have seen an ROI using Meraki MDM.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Meraki MDM is the cheapest solution we have used.

What other advice do I have?

Meraki MDM is simple to deploy. It's very cheap and easy to configure. It's also very simple to configure a VPN connection. It's a very good solution to use. I rate Meraki MDM a ten out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
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Jacobo Levy - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Engineer at a computer software company with 1-10 employees
Reseller
Quick application deployment, useful management, and responsive support
Pros and Cons
  • "The most valuable features of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) are its ability to do geofencing for devices, manage thousands of devices with only a push of a button, and quick application deployment in seconds. It's amazing. For example, in an education scenario, you can deploy an application update for thousands of iPads in two clicks."
  • "The price of the solution could be reduced."

What is most valuable?

The most valuable features of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) are its ability to do geofencing for devices, manage thousands of devices with only a push of a button, and quick application deployment in seconds. It's amazing. For example, in an education scenario, you can deploy an application update for thousands of iPads in two clicks.

The maintenance of the solution is done by setting up the schedule for updates. You select if you want the updates to automatically deploy updates for the firmware, and it automatically does it. It can manage the downtime for the devices, it doesn't bring everything down at the same time. It does the updates device by device, not everything at once. This process minimizes downtime.

I've never had an issue updating something with Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM).

What needs improvement?

The price of the solution could be reduced.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) for approximately five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) is reliable. I have not had any downtime.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)is scalable.

How are customer service and support?

The technical support is very responsive.

How was the initial setup?

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) is extremely easy.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

My customers at times have issues with the price of the solution. It is expensive, but overall it is worth it. The licensing model cost is based on how many devices you require.

What other advice do I have?

My advice to others is to choose this solution, it is money well spent.

I rate Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) a nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner/reseller
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Ahmed  Lim - PeerSpot reviewer
Channel Pre-Sales Consultant | Cisco Technologies at Westcon-Comstor
Reseller
Easy to implement and simple to use but is a little bit expensive
Pros and Cons
  • "It's very easy to just keep adding devices as needed."
  • "They need to allocate more energy in terms of their offering to devices that are not Apple devices."

What is our primary use case?

Our client primarily uses the solution for compliance across a few different devices, to manage their endpoints. 

What is most valuable?

The scalability is great. It's very easy to just keep adding devices as needed. 

As a whole, the initial implementation process is easy.

The product itself is very easy to use. 

The solution is stable. 

What needs improvement?

The cost of the solution is a bit high. There are other cheaper options on the market.

Right now, all the attention is going only to the Apple devices. They need to allocate more energy in terms of their offering to devices that are not Apple devices.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been dealing with Cisco products for 25 years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The product is quite stable and reliable. there are no bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash or freeze. Its performance is decent. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The one client we have that is using it has been using it with about eight users. 

The solution scales well and adding devices is not a problem. In fact, it's a very easy process. It's why our client likes it so much.

How are customer service and support?

Technical support is pretty good. We have been satisfied with the level of service. you can get 24/7 help as needed. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

We found it very simple to set up the solution. A company shouldn't have any issues with the process. You only need one or two technical people to handle the deployment. Not more than that. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Meraki's pricing is a little bit more expensive as compared to other vendors.

What other advice do I have?

I'm a Cisco distributor. I am only dealing with Cisco products.

We're dealing with the most recent version of the solution.

I'd recommend it to other companies. It's easy to use, easy to set up, and reliable. 

Overall, I would rate the solution a seven out of ten.

Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
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Fridbert Ruronona - PeerSpot reviewer
Information Technology Support Engineer at CCTZ
Real User
Top 20
Far-reaching scalability for expanding organizations while securely integrating mobile devices into data-sensitive networks
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is easy to use and support."

    What is most valuable?

    The solution is easy to use and support. 

    What needs improvement?

    I would like for it to be like Cisco where you can monitor the end users one network. 

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using the solution for one and a half years. 

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The stability is good. 

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Cisco is scalable solution. I rate the scalability an eight out of ten. 

    How are customer service and support?

    The technical support needs improvement. 

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is easy. I rate the initial setup an eight out of ten.

    What other advice do I have?

    I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten. 

    Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Implementer
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    ICT Systems Training Officer at Resthaven Incorporated
    Real User
    User-friendly solution with useful remote features
    Pros and Cons
    • "Meraki Systems Manager's most valuable features are password management, device tracking, remote resetting and wiping, device management, inventory management, and easy policy deployment."
    • "There are problems with the connection on the client side, and the app that was deployed could be better."

    What is our primary use case?

    I mainly use Meraki Systems Manager for mobile device management, including iPhones, Androids, and tablets.

    What is most valuable?

    Meraki Systems Manager's most valuable features are password management, device tracking, remote resetting and wiping, device management, inventory management, and easy policy deployment.

    What needs improvement?

    There are problems with the connection on the client side, and the app that was deployed could be better. It probably had a few bugs because it needed all the synchronizations to be clean, and that was user-enabled. It would be better if the administrator could control this because you wouldn't be dependent on the user or need to prompt them to update the device and could see the status from the administrative cloud dashboard.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I've been using Meraki Systems Manager for more than two years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    Meraki Systems Manager is pretty stable - we didn't have too many issues with it, except when the client version was out of sync or the app had bugs or needed an update.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Meraki Systems Manager is definitely a scalable solution - you could go from a few hundred to thousands of devices.

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    Previously, I used MobileIron but switched to Meraki Systems Manager because it's easier to use.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup was pretty straightforward once the admin team decided on what they wanted to deploy, their group policies, and the profile. Deployment took around three months from start to finish.

    What about the implementation team?

    We used an in-house team, but we had the administrators trained by Cisco.

    What other advice do I have?

    From the app management perspective, don't create a profile with all the apps sitting within it. You should have some flexibility so you don't have to update the profile every time you need an app. I would advise anyone looking to implement this solution to test how it behaves with a mix of devices and perform a gap analysis. They should also consider what level of ease they're looking for and what their pain point is. I would give Meraki Systems Manager a rating of nine out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

    Microsoft Azure
    Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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    Nestor Morillo - PeerSpot reviewer
    Engineering Manager at a comms service provider with 11-50 employees
    Reseller
    Great dashboards, easy to set up, and helpful remote wipe features
    Pros and Cons
    • "It’s helped us manage our endpoints."
    • "Linux compatibility needs improvement."

    What is our primary use case?

    I use the solution for controlling my endpoints. For example, at work, I use it to control all the apps installed in the company's endpoints. At home, I just use it for labs. I have my iPad, phone, and computer with the system manager of Meraki.

    How has it helped my organization?

    The product has improved our organization. It’s helped us manage our endpoints.

    What is most valuable?

    I’m also using the entire Cisco portfolio.

    The dashboards are great.

    The product has an interesting feature called remote wipe. When you finish using an endpoint, and you just want to delete all everything, you can do it using remote wipe That's very helpful. It's pretty handy to have it.

    Its initial setup is pretty simple and straightforward.

    The solution is stable and scalable.

    What needs improvement?

    Linux compatibility needs improvement. The datasheet, the instructions, and the documentation say it works with Linux. However, we haven't had a great experience getting it to work. It works very well with Microsoft, however. We need better workability on Linux. That's something that maybe they maybe want to improve.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I’ve been using the solution for three years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    It's pretty stable. We haven't had problems. Besides implementations on Linux, we haven't had problems. There have been some small issues with Windows. However, everything worked well in the end.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The product can scale. It is definitely something that you can deploy on small businesses or very big companies.

    We have around 50 people using the solution.

    How are customer service and support?

    Each time we had an issue, we would open a case. However, in the end, we fixed it ourselves. We haven't had too many issues that we couldn’t fix in the end on our own. That’s not just Meraki. That’s Cisco.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    We tested IBM MaaS 360. We haven't deployed yet. We're just doing some tests to get used to the competition.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup was very simple. It took maybe two weeks to deploy. 70% was deployed in the first week. It got delayed due to the fact that we had endpoints in other cities and stuff like that. It wasn’t overly difficult and did not take a long time to get up and running.

    We only require two people to handle deployment and maintenance tasks.

    What about the implementation team?

    We are a Cisco integrator. We can handle the setup ourselves.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    I don’t have any details regarding the licensing or costs involved.

    It’s my understanding that, as partners, we have special licenses. System Manager is free for us. We're paying for the licenses for the switches and MX and everything else.

    What other advice do I have?

    We’re resellers and integrators.

    I’m using the latest version of the solution.

    I also have a Meraki network at home. I use it for labs, for my home and my devices, and my personal devices. I'm using them with the system on there, Meraki. I also use it professionally and use both on-premise and cloud deployments.

    I’d rate the solution nine out of ten. If it was better with Linux, I’d rate it higher.

    Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: integrator
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