Discover smarter device management.
In June 2024, Mann and Jamf hosted a three-part webinar series titled “Automating Workflows.”
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The series features industry-leading companies such as Index Ventures, Vanna Health, Farmers Business Network, and more on how they faced common device management challenges. The goal of this webinar? Maximizing your business MDM investment.
The webinar hosts are:
Patrick Watkins, Channel Manager at Jamf
Isaac Ordonez, Director of Technology at Mann Consulting
Part 1: Healthcare & Compliance
(June 11, 2024)
The first part of our webinar series focuses on how Jamf and Mann Consulting streamline IT management in healthcare settings.
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Jeremy Bauer (CSO & CIO of Vanna Health) and Zack Still (CIO/CSO of Brightline) shared their experiences implementing compliance controls and the benefits of MDM automation. Key points included the importance of vulnerability management, seamless laptop deployments, and the use of automated policies to reduce manual processes.
The discussion highlighted how these strategies lead to operational efficiency, compliance, and reduced risk. They also shared practical tips for integrating automation into their workflows, ensuring compliance with frameworks like HIPAA, and maintaining high-security standards without burdening IT teams. The session underscored the value of automated reporting via Mann Report Card and the role of cultural change in fostering a security-focused environment.
Part 2: Venture Capital Patch Management
(June 18, 2024)
In part two of the "Automating Workflows" webinar series, the focus was on the critical importance of patch management in maintaining security and efficiency.
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Joining Isaac and Patrick was Avron Marcus from Index Ventures, who highlighted the importance of updating all applications, including less obvious ones like GarageBand, to prevent vulnerabilities. The panelists discussed strategies for minimizing user disruption during updates, such as scheduling updates for non-peak times and enabling silent background updates. The main conclusion is that automation and seamless patching significantly enhance security without compromising productivity. All panelists agreed on the importance of proving the effectiveness of patch management by tracking update success and ensuring minimal disruption to end users. A well-implemented patch management strategy reduces security risks and contributes to a more efficient and secure work environment.
Part 3: Healthcare & Compliance
(June 25, 2024)
In the third part of the "Automating Workflows" webinar series, Patrick Watkins from Jamf and Isaac Ordonez from Mann Consulting were joined by Ryan Hutchinson from Farmers Business Network to discuss day-to-day IT management.
They emphasized the importance of streamlining device management to enhance user experience and productivity. Ryan shared how pre-configured devices for new employees reduce IT workload and boost efficiency. Isaac highlighted Mann Consulting's automation solutions, focusing on deploying and managing software updates and configurations. The bottom line was that automating routine tasks and providing clear workflows improve security, efficiency, and user satisfaction.
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