Mohammed M.

Troubleshooting: Common Pitfalls in a Horizon Cloud on Azure Deployment

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Virtual Desktops & Apps (VDI) /

Introduction: When Horizon Cloud on Azure Doesn’t Go as Planned Horizon Cloud on Azure represents VMware’s cloud-first approach to virtual desktop infrastructure, promising simplified deployment and management compared to traditional on-premises solutions. However, as I’ve learned through numerous customer deployments over the past few years, the reality often involves navigating a complex web of Azure […]

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Implementation Guide: Windows Modern Management Comprehensive Guide

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) /

Introduction: The Complete Guide to Windows Modern Management Windows modern management represents the evolution of enterprise device management from network-dependent, reactive approaches to cloud-first, proactive management. After implementing modern management across hundreds of organizations, I can confidently say that this transformation is not just about technology—it’s about fundamentally reimagining how we deliver and support the

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Implementation Guide: Workspace ONE UAG – EUC’s Swiss Army Knife

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Remote Access & Collaboration /

Introduction: UAG as the Swiss Army Knife of EUC After implementing Unified Access Gateway (UAG) across dozens of enterprise environments, I’ve come to think of it as the Swiss Army Knife of End-User Computing. UAG serves as a secure gateway, load balancer, authentication broker, and application proxy all rolled into one powerful appliance. Whether you’re

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Deep Dive: Workspace ONE Tunnel Custom Attributes

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Remote Access & Collaboration /

Introduction If you’ve worked with Workspace ONE Tunnel for any length of time, you’ve probably discovered that it’s much more than just a simple VPN client. While most administrators use it for basic per-app VPN functionality, Tunnel’s custom attributes feature opens up a world of advanced configuration possibilities that can solve complex enterprise networking challenges.

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Opinion: Mobile Device Management (MDM) Co-Existence

Industry Trends, Miscellaneous Tech /

Introduction: The Reality of Multi-MDM Environments In my fifteen years of enterprise mobility consulting, I’ve encountered a persistent question that makes many IT leaders uncomfortable: “Can we run multiple MDM platforms simultaneously?” The textbook answer is always “no”—every vendor, consultant, and best practice guide will tell you to standardize on a single platform. But the

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Implementation Guide: Windows Co-Management with Workspace ONE and Local Domain GPOs

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) /

Introduction: Bridging Traditional and Modern Management Windows co-management represents one of the most significant shifts in enterprise device management since the introduction of Group Policy. After implementing co-management across numerous enterprise environments, I’ve learned that success requires more than just technical configuration—it demands a fundamental rethinking of how we approach device management in the modern

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Implementation Guide: Basic Configuration of Workspace ONE Access for Federated Authentication

Identity & Access Management (IAM), Security & Identity /

Introduction: Foundation of Identity and Access Management VMware Workspace ONE Access serves as the cornerstone of modern identity and access management in enterprise environments, providing single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and conditional access capabilities. This implementation guide provides step-by-step instructions for configuring Workspace ONE Access for federated authentication, establishing the foundation for secure, seamless

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Deep Dive: Publishing Domain GPOs Using Workspace ONE Profile

Enterprise Mobility & EUC, Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) /

Introduction: Bridging Traditional Group Policy with Modern Management One of the most challenging aspects of modern device management is bridging the gap between traditional Active Directory Group Policy and cloud-based MDM solutions. After helping dozens of organizations navigate this transition over the past several years, I’ve found that Workspace ONE’s ability to publish domain Group

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Use Case: How a School District Deployed 5,000 iPads with Apple School Manager and Jamf School

Apple in Business, Device Deployment & Management /

Introduction: Transforming Education Through Technology The deployment of iPads in educational environments has revolutionized how students learn and teachers instruct. This comprehensive use case examines how a large school district successfully deployed 5,000 iPads across 25 schools, leveraging Apple School Manager and Jamf School to create a seamless, secure, and educationally focused mobile learning environment.

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Implementation Guide: Configuring Okta as a Third-Party Identity Provider for Workspace ONE

Identity & Access Management (IAM), Security & Identity /

Introduction: Bridging Identity Management Systems As organizations adopt multi-cloud strategies and diverse SaaS applications, the need for unified identity and access management becomes paramount. Integrating Okta as a third-party identity provider with VMware Workspace ONE creates a powerful combination that leverages Okta’s robust identity management capabilities while maintaining Workspace ONE’s comprehensive endpoint management features. This

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