According to recent data, Android maintains its decade-plus run as the leading mobile operating system worldwide, with just over 71 percent market share. And it’s increasingly the choice for enterprise companies looking to bridge the gap between their systems, mobile apps and the consumer. This may be due in part to the wide selection of devices, the inherent cost savings or a heightened level of management capabilities. Regardless, the combination of AMAPI and Workspace ONE takes these benefits to new heights.

Initially released in beta in 2023, AMAPI is now generally available to manage Android devices. Employers benefit from a modern, cloud-based API that not only delivers enhanced security and compliance but also improves the user experience. The integration is available to users who meet the following requirements:

  • Workspace ONE UEM Console 2406
  • Modern architecture enabled
  • Control Plane Joined Environment
  • Intelligent Hub 24.05+
  • Android 7+
  • Work Profile Mode (this mode allows for management of employee-owned devices)

With the integration of AMAPI, Workspace ONE UEM now gives customers the flexibility to manage Android devices using AMAPI, while continuing to support Custom Device Policy Controller (DPC). This blog offers insight into how AMAPI management works in conjunction with Workspace ONE UEM. Most features supported in profiles for Custom DPC devices are also supported for AMAPI devices, and in future releases AMAPI will also support additional functionality.

Administrators will continue to use Workspace ONE UEM console to configure profiles, applications and settings for enrolled devices. The majority of policies utilizing AMAPI will be sent to Google Cloud (AMAPI), which will then enforce them on individual devices via the Android Device Policy app, a native Android application.

For more information on registration, configuration and enrollment flow, read the latest from the Omnissa Tech Zone. Or, if your organization is looking to more effectively manage Android devices, schedule a call to walk through how AMAPI and Workspace ONE can deliver a rich user experience with improved features and capabilities to your team.