The Forrester Wave™: Endpoint Management Platforms, Q2 2026

ManageEngine named a Strong Performer, evaluated for its endpoint management capabilities and recognized for AI-enabled security functions and its endpoint privilege management stands out.

The Forrester Wave™: Endpoint Management Platforms, Q2 2026
Forrester's Take

For midsize enterprises seeking an integrated all-in-one solution, ManageEngine is an optimal solution.

Customer's Take

Endpoint Central is a cost-effective platform with broad functionality and patching capabilities.

Our Highlights

What Forrester covered in Endpoint Central's profile
1

AI and automation capabilities

Automated script, report, and workflow creation alongside AI/ML-enabled functions to assess vulnerability and contextual risk - powered in part by Ask Zia, an NLP-based AI assistant for real-time querying of the endpoint ecosystem.

2

Endpoint Privilege Management

Recognized by Forrester as a standout capability, endpoint privilege management gives IT teams precise control over user privileges across Windows, and server environments.

3

Broad OS server support

Comprehensive coverage across Windows, macOS, Linux, and server environments - reducing the need for multiple platform-specific tools.

4

Remote control

Cited by Forrester as a standout capability, remote control gives IT teams secure, real-time access to endpoints - cutting resolution time and reducing dependence on on-site support.

Manage every endpoint. Secure every device. Recognized by Forrester.

Endpoint Central brings together the capabilities Forrester evaluated and recognized - delivering unified endpoint management and security without the complexity of multiple tools.

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