You must comply with the policy to access an internet connection. You must have an antivirus for the laptops. The solution is deployed on the cloud. I would recommend the solution to other users. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
Integration is straightforward, though it may require some guidance. With support, it is achievable to integrate or migrate it with systems. I recommend Cisco devices for organizations with many users. The centralized device management portal allows easy and efficient management from anywhere. Overall, I rate the solution a nine-point five out of ten.
Sr. Global Strategic Planning Manager at a agriculture with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Top 20
2024-06-10T13:17:00Z
Jun 10, 2024
Meraki is better. It has the advantage that you can license by user and by device. So, if you have a user with several devices, it's probably easier to implement and cheaper than other solutions. Meraki handles everything on the side, which might make integration with Windows services more challenging. In Meraki, it's harder to implement and needs more effort. We still create all the scripting for updates and other tasks using Cisco Meraki Systems Manager. It's not too difficult to configure the network with it. Cisco Meraki Systems Manager uses a six-step enrollment process for Android. We utilize the Managed Google Play Store to deploy applications to specific devices. Typically, we manage only company-owned devices, ensuring straightforward loss prevention through enrollment before any actions are taken on the device. This approach avoids handling user-owned devices, focusing solely on company assets, which is integral to the Meraki management strategy. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
If you need to configure your network, for example, setting up wireless or digital wireless, you can manage it using Cisco. You may need to configure a VPN and handle various elements of the VPN setup. With Meraki, you can quickly push the configuration to your equipment. If the initial configuration doesn't work, you can easily modify and test a new configuration. Meraki simplifies and reduces the configuration needed compared to Cisco's on-premises solutions. The license includes web searching capabilities, EPS, and the advantage of deploying the solution with another cloud manager, such as Cisco Umbrella. Umbrella provides web filtering for Cisco, and mail filtering is also available in the cloud with Cisco. You can integrate and activate this solution in Meraki MX, configure it, push it, and test it afterward. To use Cisco Meraki Systems Manager effectively, you need to have a solid understanding of its architecture. First, you need to familiarize yourself with the system's architecture. Understanding your requirements and objectives with Meraki is crucial. You should review the datasheets for each type of equipment, such as MX security appliances, switches, and access points. Once you have this knowledge, you can integrate the equipment into your setup. Overall, I rate the solution a nine to ten out of ten.
Learn what your peers think about Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM). Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: December 2024.
Chief Technology Officer at Tasman Logistics Services
Real User
Top 10
2023-10-02T06:22:03Z
Oct 2, 2023
My advice for those considering Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is to carefully plan your deployment according to your specific environment's needs. Ensure you have the right devices and topology in place to deliver what you require. Some companies make the mistake of over-purchasing devices and licenses, while others under-plan and end up without sufficient coverage. Proper planning is key to a successful deployment. It may not have every single feature that some vendors offer, but it is a good fit for the majority of requirements. Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I would suggest not judging the price and the capital expense and seeing the long-term features. Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
System Engineer at a comms service provider with 201-500 employees
Real User
2022-11-15T10:04:26Z
Nov 15, 2022
I rate this solution an eight out of ten. I would recommend this solution because its integrated dashboard is good. In the next release, I suggest integrating a synchronization with the AD account to the device owner.
Engineering Manager at a comms service provider with 11-50 employees
Reseller
2022-07-07T06:43:10Z
Jul 7, 2022
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.
Channel Pre-Sales Consultant | Cisco Technologies at Westcon-Comstor
Reseller
2022-04-10T11:16:32Z
Apr 10, 2022
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.
I rate Cisco Meraki Sytems Manager nine out of 10. I still recommend it to my colleagues at other organizations. It's expensive, but you will have fewer headaches in the future. And the future is Cisco backups, so you don't have to worry. It's a significant upfront investment, but when you consider the cost over five or six years, it's worth it. You cannot say that $20,000 is a considerable expense because it will last five years. However, if you're spending $40,000, the annual cost is much greater.
On a scale from one to ten, I would rate this solution at ten. If you want something that's going to work and scale very well, and allow you to pre-configure the devices before you get them into the company, then Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDMEMM) is a great option.
IT Manager at a construction company with 201-500 employees
Real User
2020-07-12T11:48:48Z
Jul 12, 2020
There's a lot of options in the configuration and the setup. Make a test device and a test group and make sure you fully understand what is going on before you roll it out. For example, one setting lets you deny use of Safari, which sounds good till the user clicks a link in an email and it won't open. *Unless you use Microsoft Outlook which allows you to pick the app that links open in. Setting up VPP and DEP takes a little bit of effort, but these will be required no matter the MDM solution you choose. The Apple device enrollment program allows devices bought from the carrier you are registered with to show up in the account. On the Apple side, the VPP allows you to bulk buy apps, that's the same, regardless of which MDM solution you use. Personally, we don't plan to continue to use it going forward. While the Apple side of the solution is great, the Windows side just has a lot of problems.
Infrastucture Manager at a transportation company with 501-1,000 employees
Real User
2018-10-04T17:27:00Z
Oct 4, 2018
Generally speaking, if it's just a mesh network within your own environment, which could be done at a fairly low knowledge level. It's when you're dealing with the external partners and stuff like that that you'll either have to really know what you're talking about to try and troubleshoot. It's a very easy solution for the most part, it's very easy to implement and very easy to administer.
Every user is unique. Every device, a bit different. Systems Manager keeps the network in the loop about constantly changing devices, automatically tracking device posture and adjusting security policies to match.
You must comply with the policy to access an internet connection. You must have an antivirus for the laptops. The solution is deployed on the cloud. I would recommend the solution to other users. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
Integration is straightforward, though it may require some guidance. With support, it is achievable to integrate or migrate it with systems. I recommend Cisco devices for organizations with many users. The centralized device management portal allows easy and efficient management from anywhere. Overall, I rate the solution a nine-point five out of ten.
Meraki is better. It has the advantage that you can license by user and by device. So, if you have a user with several devices, it's probably easier to implement and cheaper than other solutions. Meraki handles everything on the side, which might make integration with Windows services more challenging. In Meraki, it's harder to implement and needs more effort. We still create all the scripting for updates and other tasks using Cisco Meraki Systems Manager. It's not too difficult to configure the network with it. Cisco Meraki Systems Manager uses a six-step enrollment process for Android. We utilize the Managed Google Play Store to deploy applications to specific devices. Typically, we manage only company-owned devices, ensuring straightforward loss prevention through enrollment before any actions are taken on the device. This approach avoids handling user-owned devices, focusing solely on company assets, which is integral to the Meraki management strategy. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
If you need to configure your network, for example, setting up wireless or digital wireless, you can manage it using Cisco. You may need to configure a VPN and handle various elements of the VPN setup. With Meraki, you can quickly push the configuration to your equipment. If the initial configuration doesn't work, you can easily modify and test a new configuration. Meraki simplifies and reduces the configuration needed compared to Cisco's on-premises solutions. The license includes web searching capabilities, EPS, and the advantage of deploying the solution with another cloud manager, such as Cisco Umbrella. Umbrella provides web filtering for Cisco, and mail filtering is also available in the cloud with Cisco. You can integrate and activate this solution in Meraki MX, configure it, push it, and test it afterward. To use Cisco Meraki Systems Manager effectively, you need to have a solid understanding of its architecture. First, you need to familiarize yourself with the system's architecture. Understanding your requirements and objectives with Meraki is crucial. You should review the datasheets for each type of equipment, such as MX security appliances, switches, and access points. Once you have this knowledge, you can integrate the equipment into your setup. Overall, I rate the solution a nine to ten out of ten.
We can use many features from a single application. Overall, I rate the product a nine out of ten.
I would definitely recommend Cisco Meraki Systems Manager to others. Overall, I would rate it as a seven out of ten.
I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten.
My advice for those considering Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is to carefully plan your deployment according to your specific environment's needs. Ensure you have the right devices and topology in place to deliver what you require. Some companies make the mistake of over-purchasing devices and licenses, while others under-plan and end up without sufficient coverage. Proper planning is key to a successful deployment. It may not have every single feature that some vendors offer, but it is a good fit for the majority of requirements. Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I would recommend Cisco Meraki Systems Manager to anyone who has no budget limitations. I would rate it a nine out of ten.
I would suggest not judging the price and the capital expense and seeing the long-term features. Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
I rate this solution an eight out of ten. I would recommend this solution because its integrated dashboard is good. In the next release, I suggest integrating a synchronization with the AD account to the device owner.
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.
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.
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.
I would rate this solution 6 out of 10.
I rate Cisco Meraki Sytems Manager nine out of 10. I still recommend it to my colleagues at other organizations. It's expensive, but you will have fewer headaches in the future. And the future is Cisco backups, so you don't have to worry. It's a significant upfront investment, but when you consider the cost over five or six years, it's worth it. You cannot say that $20,000 is a considerable expense because it will last five years. However, if you're spending $40,000, the annual cost is much greater.
I rate Systems Manger MDMEMM eight out of 10. It's a highly scalable solution that's easy to use and deploy.
I would rate this solution as seven out of ten.
On a scale from one to ten, I would rate this solution at ten. If you want something that's going to work and scale very well, and allow you to pre-configure the devices before you get them into the company, then Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDMEMM) is a great option.
There's a lot of options in the configuration and the setup. Make a test device and a test group and make sure you fully understand what is going on before you roll it out. For example, one setting lets you deny use of Safari, which sounds good till the user clicks a link in an email and it won't open. *Unless you use Microsoft Outlook which allows you to pick the app that links open in. Setting up VPP and DEP takes a little bit of effort, but these will be required no matter the MDM solution you choose. The Apple device enrollment program allows devices bought from the carrier you are registered with to show up in the account. On the Apple side, the VPP allows you to bulk buy apps, that's the same, regardless of which MDM solution you use. Personally, we don't plan to continue to use it going forward. While the Apple side of the solution is great, the Windows side just has a lot of problems.
I would rate it a nine out of ten.
Generally speaking, if it's just a mesh network within your own environment, which could be done at a fairly low knowledge level. It's when you're dealing with the external partners and stuff like that that you'll either have to really know what you're talking about to try and troubleshoot. It's a very easy solution for the most part, it's very easy to implement and very easy to administer.