Your team likely already utilizes Mobile Device Management (MDM) technology for various devices within your organization, such as laptops or cell phones. So, you know how useful it can be to have a central management system for your tech—MDM helps with adding apps to devices, wiping devices when they’re being given to new employees, and configuring what the devices can and can’t be used for at a high level.

If your team is considering adding XR devices (such as VR headsets) to their day-to-day design workflow or is even looking to use XR less frequently for client presentations, our recommendation is to invest in an MDM solution.

MDMs add an additional layer of security in addition to a great deal of convenience, and if your organization is looking to scale over time, it’s probably not realistic for one person (such as a BIM Manager) to manually set up every headset for their AEC use case.

Let’s go through some of the different MDM options on the market, so you can make an informed decision about which one you want to utilize for your team.

Meta Quest for Business

Customers of Autodesk Workshop XR are able to manage their organization’s VR access at scale with Meta Quest for Business.

With the latest update to Meta Quest for Business, admins can now easily install Workshop XR and other select apps directly from the Quest Store to managed headsets.

This solution is an effective way to scale Quest experiences while supporting compliance with your enterprise security requirements.

ManageXR

ManageXR is another option for an XR MDM, allowing teams to distribute content, customize user experiences, and troubleshoot from a distance, all with advanced security permissions and controls.

ManageXR also enables kiosk mode on XR headsets, giving teams the option to create a custom home screen for a focused and more secure experience.

With $7 and $10 per seat options, ManageXR streamlines the deployment process by integrating with global tech reseller partners, including SHI.

ArborXR

ArborXR is another option for an XR MDM that enables teams to remotely manage XR headsets, deploy content, and control what users see in the headsets.

ArborXR allows IT teams to lock down devices and guide users with a customized experience, which can be highly useful with headsets that many users may not be used to nor comfortable with.

It also offers remote view and kiosk mode, with $7, $10, and $14 per seat pricing models depending on team size.

VMWare Project VXR

VMWare Project VXR is VMWare’s MDM application for XR headsets.

The benefit of Project VXR is that it Integrates with existing device, application and access management solutions (such as VMware Workspace ONE), across the most popular AR/VR devices.

With features such as remote rendering, single sign on, application access, customized user experience, device and application management, Project VXR can be a good choice for teams who are already utilizing VMWare’s software for other devices.

VIVE Business Device Management System

Vive Business Device Management System is an MDM option for HTC Vive headsets.

The software allows IT teams to install, update, and assign content on Vive headsets, as well as track, measure, and optimize device performance.

With this software, teams can manage by user account, content or device to optimize efficiency; the MDM also comes with enterprise-tier support and tech services.

As this software is only compatible with HTC Vive headsets, it’s currently recommended for teams that have already decided on Vive for their tech purchases.

As you can see, various options are available for an XR MDM solution, and different options are preferable depending on what kind of setup your team has invested in and which headsets you are using.