Federating Apple IDs offers a smart solution to simplify device management, keep sensitive information secure, and maintain control over your Apple ecosystem. Let’s dive into when it makes sense to federate Apple IDs, the benefits it brings, and how you can get started.
As businesses refine their device management strategy to support diverse operating systems, many IT leaders find themselves choosing between two leading platforms for Apple device management: Jamf and Microsoft Intune.
Federating Apple IDs offers a smart solution to simplify device management, keep sensitive information secure, and maintain control over your Apple ecosystem. Let’s dive into when it makes sense to federate Apple IDs, the benefits it brings, and how you can get started.
For device administrators, managing hardware inventory has always been a challenging and time-consuming task. However, Microsoft has been making strides to simplify this process, and the recent enhancements to Resource Explorer in Microsoft Intune are proof of that commitment. Let’s dive into what makes Resource Explorer (also known as Device Inventory) such a game-changer for IT teams.
As of today, there are approximately 69 million Windows machines in the US enterprise market with 61% still on Windows 10. We have exactly 11 months to deploy Windows 11 on all those devices. Yikes! Windows 10 reaches end of life (EOL) on October 14th 2025. This is an important date for many businesses and will shape their IT priorities, capital budget and security agenda in 2025.
Managing IT budgets can be challenging, especially for businesses where IT is not a core focus. However, when every expense matters, overlooking or mismanaging IT costs can lead to overspending, inefficiencies, and reduced competitiveness.
Identity and access management (IAM) is a top priority for senior IT leaders seeking to enhance security without hindering productivity. The Microsoft Entra Suite offers a range of powerful tools for managing identity governance, securing access, and verifying user identity.
Mapping Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to Microsoft Intune is essential for businesses transitioning to modern management for Windows devices. This article will break down the process, highlighting common scenarios, potential challenges, and the steps needed to import, assess, and configure GPO settings in Intune.
The introduction of platform Single Sign-On (SSO) for macOS devices marks a significant advancement in device management for businesses using Microsoft Intune. The development is crucial and may influence many to migrate from JAMF to JAMF to Intune.
In January 2025, businesses using JAMF Pro alongside Microsoft Entra ID for Conditional Access will encounter a significant change that could impact their entire device management strategy. JAMF will discontinue its support for conditional access, a move driven by Microsoft's transition from the Partner Device Management Legacy API to the new Partner Compliance Management API.
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