Headwind MDM · For offline businesses
Every Managed Device Pays for Itself
Automate deployment, cut on-site support, and recover the license cost within the first few months — for every device in your fleet.
A 100-DEVICE FLEET
Monthly savings≈ $6,000
Payback period< 3 months
Annual return~$70,000
Three ways Headwind MDM returns its cost
Every managed device generates savings across deployment, support, and daily operations. Here is where the return comes from — and roughly what each area is worth per device.
Deploy in minutes, not days
- Automated provisioning of new devices
- Centralized configuration across the whole fleet
- No hands-on setup for every device
~$10
per device, saved per rollout
HIGHEST IMPACT
Fix issues without a truck roll
- Up to 80% fewer on-site repair visits
- Resolve minor problems remotely via live access and logs
- Save 1–2 IT admin hours per device per month
$30–$50
per device, per month
Keep devices on task
- Block entertainment and non-work apps
- Prevent accidental misconfiguration
- Track device location and status in real time
up to $50
per device, per month
up to 80%
fewer on-site repair visits
1–2 hrs
IT time saved / device / month
< 3 months
typical payback period
In most business scenarios, an MDM investment pays for itself within the first few months — even after accounting for the indirect costs of deployment friction — and keeps returning value every month, every year, thereafter.
See it at your own scale
These are conservative, per-device figures. Multiplied across a real fleet, they add up quickly.
25 DEVICES
$1,500
monthly savings
$18,000 annual return
100 DEVICES
$6,000
monthly savings
$72,000 annual return
500 DEVICES
$30,000
monthly savings
$360,000 annual return
Based on the mid-range of the per-device savings above ($60 per device per month). Your numbers depend on device mix, fleet size, and current IT overhead.
Estimate your savings
Move the slider — see what Headwind MDM returns for a fleet of your size.
ESTIMATE YOUR SAVINGS
Monthly savings, up to
$6,000 / month
~$60 / device / month
Annual return, up to
$72,000 / year
monthly savings × 12
IT hours freed, up to
150 hrs / month
~1.5 hrs / device / month
Based on the mid-range of per-device savings on this page ($60 / device / month and 1.5 IT admin hours / device / month). Your real numbers depend on device mix, current IT overhead, and support model.
Everything that pays back that license
The features that turn the numbers above into recurring savings.
Group-based policy management
Keep hundreds of devices configured consistently, without one-by-one work.
KEY BENEFIT
Live device monitoring
Catch problems before they hit your operations — signal, battery, app state, location.
Remote support & control
Reach any device, anywhere, without dispatching a technician.
KEY BENEFIT
Kiosk & lockdown mode
Turn any Android device into a single-purpose business tool.
App deployment at scale
Push, update, and roll back apps across the whole fleet in one action.
Works offline / on-premises
Ideal for warehouses, factory floors, and closed networks.
Common questions before you buy
Everything the ops and IT leads usually ask us at this point.
How much does the license actually cost?
Cloud is $19 per device per year. Premium is a one-time $2,990 payment for a perpetual license with 1 year of premium support included. Enterprise is quoted for your fleet. See the full breakdown on Pricing or ask us for a quote against your fleet size.
How is this different from the free community edition?
The community edition is open-source and self-hosted — great for small fleets and technical teams. Premium and Enterprise add business features (kiosk mode, remote control, plugins, group policies, priority support, free on-premises setup) and are the right choice when a device outage costs you real money.
Will it work with the Android devices I already have?
Yes for most cases. Headwind MDM supports standard Android 5.0+ phones and tablets, plus rugged devices, POS terminals, TV boxes, and custom OEM ROMs. Advanced features (kiosk lockdown, silent app install) work best when the agent is preinstalled or signed with platform keys — we help you get there. See Compatibility.
Can I run it fully on-premises, without any cloud?
Yes. Headwind MDM runs entirely on your own server — no cloud dependency, works in air-gapped and closed networks. Ideal for warehouses, factory floors, healthcare environments, and government deployments where data cannot leave the premises.
I already use another MDM. Is switching painful?
Usually no. Devices are re-enrolled via QR code or an install script — the same tools you would use for a fresh rollout. We help you plan the migration so you never lose visibility of your fleet during the switch.
Do I need a dedicated IT team to run this?
No. A single IT officer typically manages hundreds of devices without extra headcount. The web console is designed for day-to-day operations, not just admins — group policies mean one change hits the whole fleet.
Where does the device data live and how is it secured?
On your server, under your control. We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest, sign the mobile agent with real certificates, and run regular security audits. Nothing about your fleet leaves your infrastructure unless you set up an integration that pushes it out.
What does support look like once we are a paying customer?
Premium and Enterprise include priority support in English, plus free on-premises setup on Enterprise. There is also a public Q&A knowledge base with answers to most common issues. If you are evaluating, talk to an expert — we set up a trial environment tailored to your device mix.
See what MDM would save on your fleet
Tell us your setup — we will estimate the return and set up a free trial.
Device type (phones, tablets, kiosks, rugged, POS) Fleet size (10 devices? 10,000?) Current IT overhead per deviceUsed by retail chains, logistics operators, POS deployments, kiosk networks, and rugged-device fleets.