Island and IGEL Redefine the Enterprise Endpoint

There were many exciting announcements at this year’s annual IGEL DISRUPT event in Munich, one of which was the addition of the Island Enterprise Browser to the IGEL App Portal. In case you missed it, here is everything you need to know about the partnership between IGEL and Island and what it means for end-user computing. 

What is the Island Enterprise Browser? 

Island, the Enterprise Browser, is a Chromium-based web browser that’s optimized for the workplace. It offers fast performance, a familiar interface and full compatibility while also adding unique data protections, access controls and a robust security policy framework. Users benefit from productivity gains via streamlined access to their applications while IT and security teams get all the controls and security protections they require to defend their environment.  

How does it work? 

Island, the Enterprise Browser is built with security at the forefront. Today’s phishing attacks, malware injections, and data breaches come from all fronts, and often traverse through the browser. Rather than trying to detect and prevent these threats at the network level alone, Island adds advanced security and intelligence inside the browser.  

Changing the narrative on secure access  

Through its Enterprise Browser, Island is changing the narrative by infusing security protections and access controls within the browser. Island connects with your identity provider for easy access to applications, and it can insert credentials on behalf of a user, great for  privileged access management. Application access is enhanced with conditional access based on device, network, location, and more. And users can reach private or internal applications through the Enterprise Browser with secure network access, removing the need for a separate VPN.   

With the rise of hybrid workforces, organizations need to support a mix of users on both managed and unmanaged endpoints. Island’s unique value is that it can be installed virtually anywhere — on IGEL OS, Windows, Mac, or mobile devices — to unify security and access for all.  

A new approach to data protection  

Island’s advanced security protections keep the browser and the data within safe from external threats like session hijacking, man-in-the-middle attacks, or credential harvesting. It also offers unique controls to address internal data protection challenges. With Island, organizations can control how data moves between applications and whether specific data elements can be downloaded, copied, or captured in a screenshot. On an unmanaged endpoint, Island can operate as an isolated environment where no data ever leaves the browser.   

The transition to SaaS and cloud computing makes the browser a key part of enterprise applications. The enterprise browser is the ideal workspace that enhances security, access, and gives organizations the controls they need. Island is committed to working with IGEL to offer another level of value to enterprise operations through the partnership with the next-generation IGEL OS.  

The Island Enterprise Browser has been validated via the IGEL Ready technology partner program for streamlined use on IGEL OS-powered devices. As a result, it is now available via the new IGEL App Portal Cloud Service for fast, efficient app delivery to IGEL OS-powered devices. 

IGEL and Island: Delivering Agility, Unmatched Security, and Optimized Workflows 

Today, IGEL’s endpoint strategy enables enterprise IT to deliver secure, cloud-based digital workspaces, providing security and efficiency at lower costs. Together, IGEL OS and Island Enterprise Browser reduce the endpoint attack surface up to 95%, fully executing the IGEL Preventative Security Model which eliminates the vulnerabilities bad actors target and significantly reduces malware and ransomware threats on the endpoint.  

 IGEL’s partnership with Island offers a uniquely agile workspace with unmatched security and optimized workflows. Here are six key benefits users will experience: 

• Zero trust access for applications to protect data 

• Frictionless onboarding and administration 

• Easy app installation and updates 

• Familiar browser interface options 

• Increased enterprise performance 

• Reduced power consumption 

Adding the Island Enterprise Browser offers a secure alternative to desktop virtualization for organizations already using IGEL OS. When paired with the Island Enterprise Browser, IGEL’s Preventative Security Model is a proven solution that provides simplified endpoint management and a familiar browsing experience.  

To learn more about IGEL OS and the Island Enterprise Browser, visit the Island partner page. 

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The Island App is available on the IGEL App Portal, click here to request access.