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Robotics company unifies Mac, Windows, Linux, and Android devices
A robotics company managing specialized hardware like industrial-grade tablets in excavators alongside traditional developer desktops required a tool that could handle the complexity of Linux workstations and diverse hardware.
At a glance
- Endpoints: 117 (Mac, Windows, Linux, Android).
- Primary requirement: multi-platform management and GitOps workflows.
- Key integrations: osquery, Tailscale, and Google Credential Provider.
- Previous solution: limited manual management for Linux.
The challenge
Before Fleet, Linux desktops were a significant "blind spot". High configuration complexity and Nvidia driver conflicts made it nearly impossible to scale or manage these devices effectively. The team needed a way to manage WiFi profiles and kiosk configurations across a varied fleet.
The solution
Fleet met the requirement for a single point of truth across macOS, Windows, and Linux. The team implemented GitOps workflows and used Fleet’s open-source transparency to build confidence in the reliability of their stack.
The results
- Google Auth on Windows: The team automated the deployment of the Google Credential Provider for Windows, removing the need for Active Directory dependencies.
- Real-time network access: By integrating host vitals with Tailscale, the team now makes real-time network access decisions based on device health.
- Proactive IT: Cross-platform automation and policy checks have allowed the team to shift from reactive troubleshooting to proactive management.
About Fleet
Fleet is the single endpoint management platform for macOS, iOS, Android, Windows, Linux, ChromeOS, and cloud infrastructure. Trusted by over 1,300 organizations, Fleet empowers IT and security teams to accelerate productivity, build verifiable trust, and optimize costs.
By bringing infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices to device management, Fleet ensures endpoints remain secure and operational, freeing engineering teams to focus on strategic initiatives.
Fleet offers total deployment flexibility: on-premises, air-gapped, container-native (Docker and Kubernetes), or cloud-agnostic (AWS, Azure, GCP, DigitalOcean). Organizations can also choose fully managed SaaS via Fleet Cloud, ensuring complete control over data residency and legal jurisdiction.