In an interview, Jens Gottschalk, a member of Unna’s city administration’s IT department, shares his insights into the use of Cortado MDM by municipal administrations.
More and more municipal administrations use mobile device management (MDM) systems to enable their employees to work efficiently and securely on mobile devices.
By leveraging smartphones and tablets in combination with the right apps, workflows are streamlined and accelerated.
For GDPR-compliant management of devices and app distribution, an MDM system is essential. It is the only way to prevent shadow IT and ensure compliance with data protection and security regulations.
The City of Unna in Germany Has Been Embracing Digitalization for a While
For several years now, Unna’s city administration has been using Cortado Mobile Device Management.
The journey began with the digitalization of the city council, the mayor, and his administrative board. Gradually, other departments followed suit, from property management to the fire department.
Jens Gottschalk, who leads the implementation of the MDM system for Unna city, shares his experiences in this video interview.
He discusses the decision-making process for selecting an MDM system for the city administration, the initial steps taken, and even the minor hurdles encountered along the way.
Additionally, he explains which devices and apps are currently in use, how employees were easily onboarded, and what further steps are planned.
MDM for City and Municipal Administrations
Besides Unna, other cities and municipalities have benefited from Cortado MDM. Users include the city of Mannheim and the municipality of Eichwalde, among many others.