Creating a Zone in WebUI

You can create a Geofence Zone in BigFix Modern Client Management (MCM) WebUI to define a virtual boundary around a specific geographic area. When devices enter or exit this zone, MDM policies or actions associated with that zone can be triggered automatically.

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Step-by-Step Process to Define a Geofence

Procedure

  1. Go to the Geofence Zones Page: In the BigFix WebUI, navigate to Apps → MCM → Admin → Geofencing → Manage Geofence Zones.
    Manage Geofence Zones page in BigFix MCM WebUI
    This page displays all existing zones with details such as Name, Location, Shape, Status, Associated Settings, Associated Devices, and Created By.
  2. Create a New Zone
    1. Click Create Geofence Zone in the top-right corner.
    2. A map interface opens where you can define your geofence area.
  3. Add Location Coordinates and Radius
    1. Use the map search bar to locate your desired area.
    2. Circular zone: Click a location on the map and specify the radius (for example, 500 meters).
    3. Ensure the coordinates accurately represent the intended coverage area.
  4. Dwell time: Define the duration a managed Android device must remain within a geofence boundary before policy actions or notifications are triggered.
    Configuration & Behavior
    • Administrators can specify a threshold duration (in minutes) that a device must "dwell" in the zone before deploying the geofence settings (policy, notification, or action) applicable for the zone.
    • The BigFix UEM app continuously monitors the device's position relative to the zone and initiates the transition action only once the dwell time threshold is successfully met.
  5. Name and Save the Zone. Enter a name that identifies the zone’s location or purpose (for example, “Bangalore Office Zone”).
  • Optionally, add a description for context (such as “Covers main office campus area for Wi-Fi policy enforcement”).
  • Review your configuration and click Save.
  1. Activate the Zone
    1. The created zone appears in the Manage Geofence Zones list.
    2. Set the Status to Active to apply it.
      • Active: The zone is applied and working.
      • Inactive: Temporarily disables the zone and removes associated devices and settings.

What to do next

After creating a zone, you can:
  • Configure zone-based policies under Manage Geofence Settings (for example, apply restrictions when a device leaves the office zone).
  • Use Deploy Zones and Settings to apply these configurations to enrolled devices.
Best Practices for Defining Geofence Zones
  • Choose precise boundaries: Use a smaller radius (100–300 meters) for office or building-level zones and larger ones for campuses or regions.
  • Use clear, descriptive names: Include the location and purpose (for example, “Pune Office – Security Zone”).

  • Avoid overlapping zones: Overlapping zones may cause conflicting triggers.

  • Test with pilot devices: Validate entry/exit triggers before wide rollout.

  • Keep coordinates updated: Revisit zone configurations if your physical office or boundaries change.

  • Monitor zone activity: Use audit or policy reports to verify that devices respond correctly to zone-based rules.