Integrating MacOnboardingMate (MOM) with FileWave

What

This article is about MacOnboardingMate (MOM), a tool that streamlines the onboarding and migration of Mac devices across different Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions, including FileWave.

When/Why

MOM is utilized when a Mac needs to be onboarded to an MDM solution or migrated from one MDM to another. This is relevant when a new device is added to your network, a device is being transferred to a different MDM platform, or when you are initiating an MDM switch project. MOM retains the Automated Device Enrollment configuration during migration, a key feature for most organizations.

How

MOM operates in two different execution modes: Launcher and AutoLauncher.

Launcher is used when MOM is manually run outside of an MDM, while AutoLauncher is used when MOM is operated from within an MDM, either automatically or manually through a Self Service.

To integrate FileWave, run MOM from within the FileWave MDM using the AutoLauncher mode. MOM will facilitate the onboarding or migration process, managing both the unenrollment from the previous MDM and enrollment into FileWave. Additionally, MOM can copy selected inventory values of the migrated device during its exodus.

MOM's latest version includes a new user interface based on swiftDialog. The previous interface, based on DEPNotify, is still available to ensure a smooth transition for existing users.

The tool supports multiple languages, currently available in English and French, and can be localized to other languages as required. An important advantage of using MOM is its "turnkey" nature, requiring no scripting knowledge for implementation or upgrade. If necessary, it can be augmented with scripts at key steps of the workflows, offering flexibility and customizability.

Complete documentation on how to use MOM with FileWave is provided upon purchase, offering detailed instructions and support. Please note that MOM supports a variety of MDM solutions with FileWave included.