What is Workspace ONE Assist?
Workspace ONE Assist is a comprehensive remote support solution that enables IT to view and control desktops and mobile devices directly from the UEM console.
Cross-platform support
Support a wide range of devices, from desktops to rugged handhelds. Assist works across Android, Windows 10, macOS, iOS, Linux, and Windows Embedded platforms.
Better protect unattended access
Service corporate-owned devices even when they are not in use. If a device requires a reboot during maintenance, it automatically reconnects to the session.
Privacy-centric design
Designed to protect employee privacy with clear session notifications and consent prompts. End users can pause or end remote sessions at any time to maintain control over their device.
Key remote support features for IT efficiency
Streamline troubleshooting with tools designed to resolve issues quickly and minimize employee downtime across your organization.
Remote view and control
Session recording and drawing
File management tools
Command line access
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How Workspace ONE Assist supports UEM
Add real‑time troubleshooting and remediation capabilities to your UEM strategy, so IT can directly address issues on managed devices.
How Workspace ONE Assist supports DEX
Help resolve problems quickly and maintain a more consistent, frustration‑free digital experience for employees.
How Workspace ONE Assist supports VDI
Bring real‑time troubleshooting to virtual desktop and app environments. Help resolve problems efficiently with remote access to virtual sessions, ensuring users get reliable support whether they’re on a physical machine or a virtual desktop.
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Core components and architecture
Workspace ONE Assist is built on a scalable architecture designed to support secure remote connections and management.
Assist Core Services
These services coordinate communication and service discovery for the entire Assist environment. They handle all auxiliary services interactions and assist in the components working together seamlessly.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CORE SERVICESAssist Portal Services
The portal services host the administration console used by IT staff to initiate support sessions. This component manages the interface for device registration and session controls.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PORTAL SERVICESAssist Application Services
This component manages communication between the Assist server and the enrolled devices. It helps provide support so that commands and enrollment data are transmitted reliably during support sessions.
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Assist Connection Proctor
The Connection Proctor manages active device connections to the Assist server. It simultaneously handles multiple requests for remote management sessions to support high availability.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONNECTION PROCTORAssist Core Services
These services coordinate communication and service discovery for the entire Assist environment. They handle all auxiliary services interactions and assist in the components working together seamlessly.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CORE SERVICESAssist Portal Services
The portal services host the administration console used by IT staff to initiate support sessions. This component manages the interface for device registration and session controls.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PORTAL SERVICESAssist Application Services
This component manages communication between the Assist server and the enrolled devices. It helps provide support so that commands and enrollment data are transmitted reliably during support sessions.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APPLICATION SERVICES
Assist Connection Proctor
The Connection Proctor manages active device connections to the Assist server. It simultaneously handles multiple requests for remote management sessions to support high availability.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONNECTION PROCTORAssist Core Services
These services coordinate communication and service discovery for the entire Assist environment. They handle all auxiliary services interactions and assist in the components working together seamlessly.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CORE SERVICESAssist Portal Services
The portal services host the administration console used by IT staff to initiate support sessions. This component manages the interface for device registration and session controls.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PORTAL SERVICESAssist Application Services
This component manages communication between the Assist server and the enrolled devices. It helps provide support so that commands and enrollment data are transmitted reliably during support sessions.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APPLICATION SERVICES
Assist Connection Proctor
The Connection Proctor manages active device connections to the Assist server. It simultaneously handles multiple requests for remote management sessions to support high availability.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONNECTION PROCTORHelp protect remote device support with built-in security
Designed to assist in making your remote support sessions secure and compliant with enterprise privacy standards and regulations.
Role-based access control
Granular permissions allow you to define exactly which administrators can use specific remote tools. Limit access to sensitive functions like file transfer or remote shell based on roles. Define who can use which tools (screen share, file manager, remote shell, recording) using Workspace ONE UEM roles and, where required, narrow access by organization group or Smart Group. Use Assist Configurations to enable/disable tools for specific device cohorts.
Secure connection protocols
All remote sessions are encrypted using industry-standard protocols to protect data in transit. This helps IT teams see that screen data and file transfers remain confidential during support. Assist establishes encrypted, TLS‑protected sessions between the console, Assist services, and device agents—available in SaaS or on‑prem deployments with functional parity. For SaaS, device notification rails (e.g., APNs/WNS) help invoke the agent reliably.
Comprehensive session logging
Audit logs capture detailed information about every remote session, including who initiated it and what actions were taken. This provides visibility for compliance and security reviews. Assist logs session metadata and actions (who started the session, timing, tool usage such as file operations and shell) to the UEM/Assist event stores; logs can be exported to enterprise systems for audit/SIEM workflows.
Privacy controls and unattended access
End users see a PIN/consent prompt before an attended session begins and can pause or end the session at any time. For unattended mode on corporate devices, admins configure the policy in UEM; sessions auto‑reconnect after reboot where supported.
Connect with your existing tools and platforms
Workspace ONE Assist integrates with key enterprise platforms to streamline support workflows and extend capabilities.
Streamline IT service management
Enable IT staff to launch remote support sessions directly from ServiceNow incidents. This integration reduces context switching and speeds up ticket resolution times.
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Seamless workflow
Launch Assist directly from the ServiceNow incident record.
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Automatic logging
Session details are automatically added to the ticket.
Unified management console
Access remote support tools directly within the Workspace ONE UEM console. This eliminates the need for separate infrastructure and simplifies administrator workflows.
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Single pane of glass
Manage and support devices from one location.
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Integrated enrollment
Assist installs automatically on managed devices.
Identity & directory alignment
Connector setup assumes standard Active Directory integration with ServiceNow and leverages UEM RBAC for granular permissions, so can map existing groups/tiers to Assist access.
Next steps
Pricing and packaging
Workspace ONE Assist is available as an add-on subscription with SaaS and Term options. It is also included in select Workspace ONE editions.
Deployment and onboarding
Get started with Workspace ONE Assist using guided setup and deployment resources.
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Getting started
View step-by-step instructions for installation and configuration.
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Tech Zone resources
Access best practices, tutorials, and architecture diagrams.
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Support and training
Access help resources and learning paths to accelerate adoption.
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24x7 support
Global support team available via portal and phone.
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Training modules
Self-paced courses, live webinars, and certification paths.
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FAQ
Workspace ONE Assist supports a wide range of platforms including Android, iOS, macOS, Windows 10, Windows Embedded, and Linux. This covers most desktops, mobile devices, and rugged handhelds.
Yes, Workspace ONE Assist can be deployed on-premises for organizations with strict data residency requirements. It is also available as a cloud-based SaaS solution.
Assist includes features like onscreen notifications and user consent prompts before a session begins. Users also have the ability to pause or terminate a remote session at any time.
Yes, administrators can record screen sharing sessions for training, audit, or escalation purposes. Recordings can be stored and reviewed later to support quality and compliance.
Yes, unattended access allows IT to service corporate-owned devices like kiosks or rugged terminals without user interaction. Sessions automatically reconnect after a device reboot.