Opening keynote<\/h2>\n![\"HexCon](\"https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HexCon-Apu-Pavithran.jpg\")
Apu Pavithran giving the Opening Keynote at HexCon25<\/i><\/center><\/center><\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n
The opening keynote at HexCon25 set the perfect tone for an electrifying conference. Delivered by Apu Pavithran (Founder and CEO, Hexnode), the keynote<\/a> was an inspiring look at the latest innovations shaping the future of Unified Endpoint Management.<\/p>\nApu shared exciting milestones Hexnode has achieved recently and unveiled a clear roadmap of what\u2019s next, giving everyone a front-row seat to the future of the platform and enterprise device management as a whole.<\/p>\n
UEM trends and challenges<\/h2>\n
During HexCon25, Michele Pelino from Forrester brought some real talk to the stage with her session on unlocking the future of unified and automated endpoint management.<\/p>\n
Michele took the audience on a journey through the maze of endpoint solutions, from mobile device management to remote asset control and beyond. She showed how today\u2019s platforms are all about putting IT teams in control, managing every device, app, and user from a single, unified console.<\/p>\n
Michele made it clear that the endpoint management story is about so much more than just keeping tabs on devices. She walked the crowd through:<\/p>\n
\n- How a unified, automated approach transforms security, makes operations easy, and levels up the digital employee experience (DEX).<\/li>\n
- The six big functions of modern endpoint management – everything from automation, security, and compliance to advanced analytics and content management.<\/li>\n
- Why managing everything such as laptops, mobiles, IoT, from one platform is the ticket to happy, productive employees.<\/li>\n
- The role of AI and automation in catching problems before they start, handling patches, enforcing policies, and delivering self-healing.<\/li>\n
- Top priorities for IT: improving reliability, security, speed, and linking tech investments to business goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Michele\u2019s session left everyone thinking – unified endpoint management isn\u2019t just the future; it\u2019s happening now. It\u2019s all about smarter IT, happier employees, and a simpler, more secure digital workplace.<\/p>\n
![\"Hexcon25_highlights\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HexCon-Michele.jpg\")
Michele Pelino on UEM Trends and Challenges<\/i><\/center><\/p><\/div>\nEnterprise mobility – a panel discussion<\/h2>\n
Day two kicked off with industry heavyweights Apu Pavithran (Founder and CEO, Hexnode), Bradley Chambers (Author, 9 to 5 Mac), and Phil Hochmuth (Program Vice President, Endpoint Management & Enterprise Mobility at IDC) on a lively UEM Convergence Panel. They dove into endpoint management, zero-trust security<\/a>, and seamless UX integration\u2014fielding live audience questions on AI-driven threat detection and hybrid-work challenges. The buzz in the room set the tone for an action-packed day of breakout sessions and hands-on demos.<\/p>\n![\"Hexcon25_highlights\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HexCon-Panel-discussion.jpg\")
Apu Pavithran, Bradley Chambers and Phil Hochmuth in a Panel Discussion on Enterprise Mobility<\/i><\/center><\/p><\/div>\nA deep dive into what’s new and updated<\/h2>\n
Let’s take a look at all the new updates, exciting features<\/a>, and big takeaways that made HexCon25 a standout the year.<\/span><\/p>\nUnified Device Management and hassle-free migration<\/h3>\n
The session was led by Sandra (Product Consultant, Hexnode) who addressed one of IT\u2019s biggest headaches\u2014fragmented tools and scattered solutions. She walked us through the challenges businesses face today and how Hexnode is reshaping the future with a truly unified platform.<\/p>\n
The first thing that comes to mind about device management today, is complexity. Multiple tools, multiple enrollments, multiple workflows\u2014it\u2019s a nightmare for IT teams. But, one platform, one enrollment, one solution? That\u2019s what Hexnode brings to the table. A truly hassle-free migration that eliminates silos and unifies device management.<\/p>\n
The key takeaways from the sessions are:<\/p>\n
\n- The problem with too many tools:<\/strong> Organizations juggle dozens of tools, from Bitdefender to Microsoft Purview, leading to separate enrollments, steep learning curves, duplicate features, and soaring licensing costs.<\/li>\n
- The Promise of a unified platform:<\/strong> When you bring all your endpoint management needs under one roof, everything just works more smoothly. You only have to sign devices up once, so there\u2019s no wasted time on repeated enrollments, and your team spends less time learning different tools.<\/li>\n
- Bridging into XDR:<\/strong> Hexnode brings device management and security together in one console, continuously monitoring laptops, mobiles, and IoT for anomalies like odd process launches, suspicious network activity, and unauthorized privilege escalations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Unified Security\u2014Bridging UEM and XDR<\/a><\/h3>\nThe session, led by Saikrishnan R, dived into the escalating threats and how Hexnode was solving the security gap by unifying endpoint management and XDR.<\/p>\n
The key takeaways from this session are:<\/p>\n
\n- The High Cost of Fragmentation:<\/strong> The issue was simple\u2014threats kept getting smarter, but SMEs didn\u2019t have the resources to match up. Relying on manual security workflows only made things worse, leaving them more exposed. And when a cyberattack hit, it wasn\u2019t cheap\u2014on average, it cost anywhere between $250K and $255K. Clearly, the old \u201creactive\u201d way of handling security just wasn\u2019t cutting it anymore.<\/li>\n
- XDR Became Essential for Oversight:<\/strong> That\u2019s where XDR came in. Instead of juggling multiple tools, XDR gave a complete defense setup. It kept an eye on endpoints, networks, and cloud assets\u2014all from one dashboard. It didn\u2019t just spot threats, it could also contain them in real-time. This meant stronger, proactive security and an easier way to stay compliant with regulations.<\/li>\n
- Hexnode Solved XDR’s Complexity:<\/strong> Traditional XDRs had one big catch\u2014you needed expensive SOC analysts to run the show. Hexnode flipped that problem on its head. With its UEM-driven approach, everything got streamlined into a single, super-simple dashboard. Threats were detected automatically, prioritized smartly, and came with ready-to-use responses like isolation and quarantine. No need for deep security expertise\u2014Hexnode made it accessible for everyone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Managing compliance & Hexnode Genie in action<\/h3>\n![\"HexCon](\"https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HexCon-Mark-Martin.jpg\")
Mark Martin on AI\u2019s impact on Endpoint Management<\/i><\/center><\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n
Mark Martin, Senior Solutions Engineer, led an energetic deep dive into AI\u2019s impact on endpoint management, showing how Hexnode is tackling compliance challenges and everyday IT tasks with its AI assistant, Hexnode Genie.<\/p>\n
The key takeaways from this session would be:<\/p>\n
\n- Shift from reactive to proactive:<\/strong> Endpoint management is moving from firefighting to orchestration driven by automation and intelligence.<\/li>\n
- AI lowers barriers:<\/strong> Natural-language prompts remove coding requirements, letting admins perform complex tasks like “disable USB on Windows” instantly.<\/li>\n
- Faster execution:<\/strong> Tasks that once took hours are completed in seconds, reducing mean time to remediation.<\/li>\n
- Contextual assistance:<\/strong> The assistant provides suggestions, troubleshooting guidance, and direct command execution via a Launch Terminal option.<\/li>\n
- Automated validation and compliance:<\/strong> Policies are proactively validated, and compliance checks produce exportable reports for audits.<\/li>\n
- Self-healing and quarantine:<\/strong> Automated quarantine workflows and self-healing capabilities contain threats and remediate issues without manual intervention.<\/li>\n
- Action-history root-cause insights:<\/strong> Analysis of past actions surfaces root causes and reduces repeat incidents.<\/li>\n
- Transforms IT workflow:<\/strong> The platform converts endpoint management into a conversational, adaptive engine that keeps teams ahead of threats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Tips and tricks for Hexnode Endpoint Management<\/h3>\n![\"Hexcon25_highlights\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HexCon-Saikrishnan.jpg\")
Saikrishnan on Best Practices for Endpoint Management<\/i><\/center><\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n
Saikrishnan R (Product Expert, Hexnode) led a practical session full of tips, tricks, and best practices for endpoint management\u2014covering device onboarding, security hardening, automation workflows, and kiosk setups, with actionable takeaways that every IT admin can use immediately.<\/p>\n
The session broke down the difference between the two approaches:<\/p>\n
\n- Supervised devices offer deeper restrictions and are perfect for corporate setups.<\/li>\n
- Unsupervised devices are more lightweight and ideal for personal\/BYOD scenarios.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
With supervision, IT can enable features like Lost Mode, kiosk setups<\/a>, delayed OS updates, and stricter controls\u2014making it the go-to for company-owned hardware.<\/p>\nMigration also got its spotlight with Hexnode Gateway, a best practice for moving Windows and macOS devices. It\u2019s 60% faster, requires no device wipe, and keeps encryption keys safe\u2014all while running quietly in the background.<\/p>\n
Security management<\/a> was a major focus, with Hexnode offering encryption policies, advanced restrictions, network controls, and app-level security. For Windows, admins can push BitLocker policies at enrollment, while on macOS, FileVault needs a restart to kick in. The tip here? Use Hexnode Automate to streamline these steps and ensure compliance with minimal effort.<\/p>\nThe most exciting part was Hexnode\u2019s AI and automation duo:<\/p>\n
\n- Hexnode Automate for no-code workflows triggered by real-time device events.<\/li>\n
- Hexnode Genie, the AI assistant, that turns natural language prompts into working scripts, helps troubleshoot failed actions, and even runs commands directly from the portal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Together, they make IT smarter, faster, and proactive.<\/p>\n
Finally, the session explored how Hexnode\u2019s kiosk mode can lock down devices into single or multi-app setups, perfect for retail, education, or self-service environments. Additionally, remote management lets admins troubleshoot and push fixes from anywhere, eliminating the need for physical access.<\/p>\n
Endpoint security for printers and Linux devices<\/h3>\n
In this session led by Saikrishnan R, we had dived into how Hexnode helps IT teams secure often-overlooked endpoints like Linux devices and printers in this session. From patch management to kiosk lockdowns, the session highlighted strategies to reduce risk and streamline operations across diverse systems.<\/p>\n
Beyond servers and desktops, Hexnode streamlines Linux management across IoT devices and kiosks. You can schedule OS and application updates\u2014automated or manual\u2014to close vulnerabilities fast. Linux kiosk lockdown restricts devices to approved apps under centralized enforcement, and real-time monitoring lets IT teams track compliance at a glance.<\/p>\n
Hexnode also manages Zebra Link\u2011OS printers too, allowing remote enrollment, profile pushes, and centralized font and template setup so printers stay secured and compliant like other endpoints.<\/p>\n
Making Hexnode work for MSPs<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n
The opening keynote at HexCon25 set the perfect tone for an electrifying conference. Delivered by Apu Pavithran (Founder and CEO, Hexnode), the keynote<\/a> was an inspiring look at the latest innovations shaping the future of Unified Endpoint Management.<\/p>\n Apu shared exciting milestones Hexnode has achieved recently and unveiled a clear roadmap of what\u2019s next, giving everyone a front-row seat to the future of the platform and enterprise device management as a whole.<\/p>\n During HexCon25, Michele Pelino from Forrester brought some real talk to the stage with her session on unlocking the future of unified and automated endpoint management.<\/p>\n Michele took the audience on a journey through the maze of endpoint solutions, from mobile device management to remote asset control and beyond. She showed how today\u2019s platforms are all about putting IT teams in control, managing every device, app, and user from a single, unified console.<\/p>\n Michele made it clear that the endpoint management story is about so much more than just keeping tabs on devices. She walked the crowd through:<\/p>\n Michele\u2019s session left everyone thinking – unified endpoint management isn\u2019t just the future; it\u2019s happening now. It\u2019s all about smarter IT, happier employees, and a simpler, more secure digital workplace.<\/p>\n Day two kicked off with industry heavyweights Apu Pavithran (Founder and CEO, Hexnode), Bradley Chambers (Author, 9 to 5 Mac), and Phil Hochmuth (Program Vice President, Endpoint Management & Enterprise Mobility at IDC) on a lively UEM Convergence Panel. They dove into endpoint management, zero-trust security<\/a>, and seamless UX integration\u2014fielding live audience questions on AI-driven threat detection and hybrid-work challenges. The buzz in the room set the tone for an action-packed day of breakout sessions and hands-on demos.<\/p>\n Let’s take a look at all the new updates, exciting features<\/a>, and big takeaways that made HexCon25 a standout the year.<\/span><\/p>\n The session was led by Sandra (Product Consultant, Hexnode) who addressed one of IT\u2019s biggest headaches\u2014fragmented tools and scattered solutions. She walked us through the challenges businesses face today and how Hexnode is reshaping the future with a truly unified platform.<\/p>\n The first thing that comes to mind about device management today, is complexity. Multiple tools, multiple enrollments, multiple workflows\u2014it\u2019s a nightmare for IT teams. But, one platform, one enrollment, one solution? That\u2019s what Hexnode brings to the table. A truly hassle-free migration that eliminates silos and unifies device management.<\/p>\n The key takeaways from the sessions are:<\/p>\n The session, led by Saikrishnan R, dived into the escalating threats and how Hexnode was solving the security gap by unifying endpoint management and XDR.<\/p>\n The key takeaways from this session are:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Mark Martin, Senior Solutions Engineer, led an energetic deep dive into AI\u2019s impact on endpoint management, showing how Hexnode is tackling compliance challenges and everyday IT tasks with its AI assistant, Hexnode Genie.<\/p>\n The key takeaways from this session would be:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Saikrishnan R (Product Expert, Hexnode) led a practical session full of tips, tricks, and best practices for endpoint management\u2014covering device onboarding, security hardening, automation workflows, and kiosk setups, with actionable takeaways that every IT admin can use immediately.<\/p>\n The session broke down the difference between the two approaches:<\/p>\n With supervision, IT can enable features like Lost Mode, kiosk setups<\/a>, delayed OS updates, and stricter controls\u2014making it the go-to for company-owned hardware.<\/p>\n Migration also got its spotlight with Hexnode Gateway, a best practice for moving Windows and macOS devices. It\u2019s 60% faster, requires no device wipe, and keeps encryption keys safe\u2014all while running quietly in the background.<\/p>\n Security management<\/a> was a major focus, with Hexnode offering encryption policies, advanced restrictions, network controls, and app-level security. For Windows, admins can push BitLocker policies at enrollment, while on macOS, FileVault needs a restart to kick in. The tip here? Use Hexnode Automate to streamline these steps and ensure compliance with minimal effort.<\/p>\n The most exciting part was Hexnode\u2019s AI and automation duo:<\/p>\n Together, they make IT smarter, faster, and proactive.<\/p>\n Finally, the session explored how Hexnode\u2019s kiosk mode can lock down devices into single or multi-app setups, perfect for retail, education, or self-service environments. Additionally, remote management lets admins troubleshoot and push fixes from anywhere, eliminating the need for physical access.<\/p>\n In this session led by Saikrishnan R, we had dived into how Hexnode helps IT teams secure often-overlooked endpoints like Linux devices and printers in this session. From patch management to kiosk lockdowns, the session highlighted strategies to reduce risk and streamline operations across diverse systems.<\/p>\n Beyond servers and desktops, Hexnode streamlines Linux management across IoT devices and kiosks. You can schedule OS and application updates\u2014automated or manual\u2014to close vulnerabilities fast. Linux kiosk lockdown restricts devices to approved apps under centralized enforcement, and real-time monitoring lets IT teams track compliance at a glance.<\/p>\n Hexnode also manages Zebra Link\u2011OS printers too, allowing remote enrollment, profile pushes, and centralized font and template setup so printers stay secured and compliant like other endpoints.<\/p>\nUEM trends and challenges<\/h2>\n
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Enterprise mobility – a panel discussion<\/h2>\n
A deep dive into what’s new and updated<\/h2>\n
Unified Device Management and hassle-free migration<\/h3>\n
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Unified Security\u2014Bridging UEM and XDR<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Managing compliance & Hexnode Genie in action<\/h3>\n
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Tips and tricks for Hexnode Endpoint Management<\/h3>\n
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Endpoint security for printers and Linux devices<\/h3>\n
Making Hexnode work for MSPs<\/h2>\n
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