Device control solutions manage and secure access to endpoint devices in an organization’s network. They enable administrators to monitor and control data transfers between all connected devices, lowering the risk of data loss and preventing insider risk. Device control is also an integral part of endpoint security and management, providing protection against threats originating from devices like USB drives, wireless devices, and other hardware peripherals.
Device control solutions enable admins to configure policies and rules that determine which devices have access, what level of access they have, and to what data or resources. Admins can, for example, restrict the use of USB storage devices to prevent unauthorized data copy or restrict access to sensitive networks from insecure devices. They also provide comprehensive reporting to monitor the health of endpoint devices across your network. They are sometimes included as part of a broader unified endpoint management, or data loss prevention solution. Device control solutions help teams to safeguard critical data, ensure compliance with data protection laws, and maintain a safer digital environment.
The device control market is competitive. These tools form a part of the broader endpoint security solutions ecosystem, which may also include features like antivirus/antimalware protection, firewall, Intrusion prevention system (IPS), and data loss prevention (DLP) capabilities.
This guide will explore the top device control providers based on their capabilities (including policy enforcement, device, and user-level control), integration with other security platforms, and user feedback. The list is based on our own in-depth technical analysis and market research.