In today’s cybersecurity landscape, data protection isn’t optional—it’s essential. For Managed Service Providers (MSPs) juggling hundreds or thousands of endpoints, managing disk encryption manually is a recipe for inefficiency and risk. That’s where BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate steps in, offering a scalable, centralized solution to deploy and monitor Microsoft BitLocker across your client environments.
🚀 What Is BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate?
BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate is a plugin developed by Plugins4Automate that integrates directly into the ConnectWise Automate RMM platform. It leverages Microsoft’s native BitLocker encryption to secure Windows endpoints while giving MSPs full visibility and control from a single dashboard.
🧩 Seamless Integration with ConnectWise Automate
Once installed, the plugin embeds into the Automate Control Center, allowing technicians to:
- View encryption status across all managed agents
- Initiate BitLocker encryption remotely
- Suspend encryption for Windows updates or system changes
- Add or manage key protectors (TPM, PIN, password, recovery key)
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Backup and retain recovery keys securely within Automate
This tight integration means no more juggling spreadsheets or manually tracking encryption keys. Everything is centralized, searchable, and auditable.
📊 Scalable Management for MSPs
Whether you're managing 50 endpoints or 5,000, BitLocker for Automate scales effortlessly. You can:
- Automate encryption deployment via scripts or policies
- Monitor compliance across clients with real-time reporting
- Identify machines lacking TPM or BitLocker readiness
- Escrow recovery keys for quick disaster recovery
This plugin is especially useful for MSPs supporting regulated industries like healthcare, finance, or legal—where encryption compliance is non-negotiable.
💡 Key Benefits
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Enhanced Security: Full disk encryption using TPM ensures data is protected even if a device is lost or stolen.
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Operational Efficiency: Automate repetitive tasks and reduce technician workload.
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Compliance & Audit Readiness: Generate reports to demonstrate encryption coverage and key retention.
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Cost-Effective: Offered as a monthly subscription, making it budget-friendly and flexible.
📚 Learn More
For a deeper dive into how the plugin works, check out:
- BitLocker Made Easy in ConnectWise Automate
- Streamlining Security with BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate
- Enhance Your Data Security with BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate
If you're an MSP looking to simplify encryption management while boosting endpoint security, BitLocker for ConnectWise Automate is a game-changer.
