The Secure
Endpoint OS
for Manufacturing
Now & Next
Built for reliability and resiliency, IGEL’s endpoint strategy for manufacturing helps you scale and simplify operations to improve productivity and evolve to smart manufacturing and the convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT). IGEL OS enables centralized, remote management of devices, and integrates with leading industry solutions to automate operations, develop smart and sustainable factories, and robust supply chain networks.
Simplify the Endpoint
IGEL OS reduces the complexity and costs of frontline and production endpoints :
- Fast reboots, reduced updates, no imaging of devices, centralized management
- Provides a consistent, fast experience for workers
- Supports production uptime through compatibility with industry solutions such as SAP, ServiceNow and many more
Robust Security
The IGEL Preventative Security Model™ protects industrial endpoints:
- Reduces the threat of ransomware, malware and the consequences of data breach and endpoint loss
- Secures IP, customer, supplier and financial information by eliminating local data storage
- Integrates with authentication solutions from Imprivata, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, Ping, including SSO pass-through authentication (PTA)
- Supports compliance requirements to protect data
- Aligns with zero trust and secure service edge security initiatives
Cost-effective
IGEL OS optimizes the endpoint for the cloud:
- significant hardware, software and operational savings
- simplifies deployment, management and control across dispersed locations
- Extends device lifespan to break the 3 to 5 year refresh cycle and reduce carbon footprint
- Reduces onsite IT support, security breaches, updates and configurations
Built for Manufacturing Use Cases
Together with our ecosystem of partners, we offer solutions driven by our customers’ needs in pharmaceutical, automotive, appliance and mobility electronics. IGEL OS supports industry leading technologies to improve productivity through automation, scalable manufacturing processes executed on centrally managed endpoints.
Consistent and Resilient
- IGEL supports fast secure access to Citrix, Horizon, Microsoft AVD and Cloud PC
- IGEL runs on industrial devices such panel PCs, terminals, thin clients, rugged laptops, any x86-64 device
- Support for RFID readers, hand scanners and industry solutions
- Support for digital signage on the production line for quick and easy access to information
Production Control
- IGEL OS integrates with manufacturing execution systems (MES), to support production tooling processes
- IGEL is compatible with industry network monitoring solutions to collect SNMP data from devices and equipment
- Access to SSH terminal emulation from IGEL OS sends and receives query requests to and from the controllers
- Handscanners are redirected into Citrix to scan and track the production amount into SAP or other software.
High Traffic Call Center
- IGEL native video conference apps include Teams, Zoom and Cisco Webex
- Proven support for Linphone VoIP and Genesys cloud solutions
- Support for VDI offloading of video conferencing
- Full support for popular headsets, speakers and cameras
Production Security
- IGEL OS integrates with various authentication methods for secure access to manufacturing execution systems (MES)
- IGEL with Citrix and Imprivata Tap-on enable secure access to the MES in kiosk mode
- Authenticate using the company ID card and the RFID reader on an industrial panel PC
- Role-based access access to the web interface for information and instruction on the production line
Customer Success Stories
Achieve security and savings
Heidenreich wholesalers needed an endpoint management solution to extend the lifespan of old devices and streamline management systems.
“We chose IGEL because of its impressive functionality. It also saved our organisation in time and resources as we did not have to replace endpoint devices which had reached their end of life.”
Simplicity for IT and employees
Global logistics leader streamline operations at over 100 sites with IGEL
IGEL OS reduces the complexity and costs of delivering secure endpoints to stay up and running without interruption.
“Endpoint dissimilarity was a constant struggle for us. The decision to move forward with IGEL was very simple”
High quality video collaboration and service
International manufacturer improves video quality with IGEL
IGEL enables HOPPE to complete a seamless rollout of popular video conferencing solution for 3,000 employees.
“IGEL won us over right away. We also appreciate the ease of management – and we have not looked back since choosing IGEL”
Simplify and secure distributed sites and supply chain partners
International industrial glass manufacturer streamlines operations with IGEL
IGEL supports business expansion plans and acquistions.
Manufacturing Partners
IGEL OS
Built for Manufacturing
IGEL Endpoint OS provides everything modern manufacturing organizations need to deliver products and services in real-time in highly distributed environments. Centralized management, utilization of existing hardware investments and a top-notch user experience deliver optimal operational efficiency.
Preventative Security
IGEL’s transformative Preventative Security Model protects against malware, reduces the attack surface and allows manufacturing organizations to stay up and running without interruptions.
Modern Manufacturing Solution
IGEL’s endpoint strategy for manufacturing now and next enables remote, centralized management so IT can standardize, simplify and automate endpoint deployment and manufacturing operations can run without interruption.
Support, Education and Community
IGEL offers 24/7 technical support, a dedicated technical relationship manager (TRM) and the IGEL Academy education portal. Integrations with Amazon Workspaces, Citrix, Microsoft, and VMware deliver support and integration for the latest, most secure digital workspaces. The active IGEL community has more than 11,000 members and is an opportunity to learn, share and engage with customers, partners and industry experts.
