Most companies don't build their own MDM. They grab something off the shelf, Jamf, JumpCloud, or some other provider, slap their logo on it and call it a feature. That means the MDM layer doesn't share data with the HR layer natively. They're connected through an integration, and that's where the gaps live.
Warp did things differently. We built MDM directly into the platform. Not as an integration. Not as a partner embed. Built from scratch as part of the same system that runs your payroll, HRIS, onboarding, and compliance. In practice, the exact same event that kicks off when you hire someone for payroll also kicks off the correct security policies and provisions their device. And when that employee is terminated, their device is locked down at the point of deactivation. Not a Slack reminder. Not a webhook that comes later. Right at the moment it happens.
How device enrollment works
Once MDM is configured, employees see a prompt on their Warp dashboard to download the Warp MDM agent. You can also copy an enrollment link directly from the dashboard and send it to any employees who don't have it installed yet. The employee downloads the agent, logs in with Warp, and they're enrolled.
The moment the device connects, security policies are enforced automatically. Firewall enabled. Disk encryption verified. Screen lock configured. These aren't point-in-time checks that run once during setup. The Warp agent monitors continuously, so if a policy falls out of compliance, you know immediately.
What the Warp agent monitors
Device compliance runs continuously. Not on a schedule, but always when the device is on. The default policies cover firewall, disk encryption, screen lock, and gatekeeper. If you don't see a check you need, you can add custom ones later through the Custom Scripts tab, where you can upload your own device compliance checks and post-installation scripts.
Every policy check, every connection, and every drift is recorded in Warp. From the dashboard you can see which devices are compliant and which aren't, who doesn't have the agent installed, and you can click into any individual device to see exactly when its compliance checks last ran. When your SOC 2 auditor comes knocking, you have one cohesive report to give them instead of scrambling to pull data from different providers.
What employees see
Once employees download the device agent and log in with Warp, they can see exactly which compliance checks they need to pass. The agent also provides links to the correct system settings to fix any issues, so employees can resolve non-compliance on their own without filing an IT ticket.
What happens when someone leaves
When you process a termination in Warp, the device is locked remotely as part of the same action that suspends their Google Workspace account, revokes their Okta access, and closes out their final payroll. One action handles everything.
No separate MDM console to log into. No offboarding checklist to remember. No window where a former employee's device is still active with company data on it.
Built as a single cross-platform app
Warp's MDM agent was built as a single cross-platform app from day one. macOS and Windows are both supported from the same codebase. The agent is built in Rust for performance and reliability, and the entire system is SOC 2 compliant out of the box.
The biggest advantage of building in-house is that MDM plugs directly into the rest of the employee data that powers Warp. There's no sync to configure between an HR system and a separate device management tool. The employee record is the source of truth for payroll, compliance, Google Workspace, Okta, and device management simultaneously.
How to enable MDM on your Warp account
- Head to the IT tab in your Warp dashboard
- Click on the Device Management tab at the bottom
- Configure your policies: enable firewall, screen lock, disk encryption, and gatekeeper (you can add custom checks later)
- That's it. Employees will see a prompt on their dashboard to download the agent. You can also copy an enrollment link to send directly.
The setup takes minutes. Policies apply to all enrolled devices immediately. If you have questions or want help getting set up, reach out to your account manager or head to the IT tab on the Warp dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which operating systems does Warp MDM support?
macOS and Windows. Both are supported from the same codebase, so you manage your entire fleet in one place regardless of what your team uses.
Is the Warp MDM agent always running on employee devices?
The agent runs in the background with minimal resource usage. It checks in periodically to report compliance status and apply policy updates. Employees won't notice a performance impact.
Do I need a separate MDM tool if I use Warp?
No. Warp's MDM replaces standalone tools like Jamf, Kandji, or Mosyle for the core device management and compliance monitoring that startups need. If you have advanced MDM requirements (custom app deployment, kiosk mode, etc.), a dedicated tool may still make sense, but most startups find Warp's MDM covers their needs completely.
Does Warp MDM help with SOC 2 compliance?
Yes. The agent continuously monitors device compliance status against your configured policies. This creates a real-time audit trail showing that disk encryption, firewall, and screen lock requirements are enforced across your fleet. Auditors can verify compliance from the Warp dashboard rather than requesting manual evidence collection.
Can I use Warp MDM without using Warp for payroll?
No. Warp Fabric products, including MDM, are available to Warp customers. The value of MDM comes from its integration with the rest of the platform. The same onboarding action that sets up payroll, benefits, Google Workspace, and Okta also enrolls the device.
What happens if an employee's device falls out of compliance?
Warp flags the device in your dashboard and can send alerts. You can configure policies to determine how non-compliant devices are handled, whether that's a notification to the employee and their manager, or restricting access until the issue is resolved.
Warp is the only AI-native HR and payroll platform with IT management built in. When you hire someone in Warp, every account, every app, and every device is handled. When someone leaves, everything is revoked in one action.
