Managing Apple Devices in the Enterprise (2024)

Learn to deploy and manage Apple devices using Microsoft Intune.

Created by: Automata Technology
Consulting and IT Services for Education & Creatives

Created by: Drew W Smith
Technologist

What Will I Learn?

• You will learn the basics of Apple platform management including hardware troubleshooting, operating system installation, and client management techniques.
• You will use Microsoft Intune, Apple Business Manager, and Apple’s VPP Programs to configure and mass deploy Apple devices across the enterprise.
• You will achieve proficiency in creating a unified endpoint management (UEM) environment that supports and secures Apple devices on corporate networks.
• You will learn strategies for managing thousands of iOS and macOS endpoints.

Requirements

• Experience with using iOS and macOS operating systems.
• A foundational understanding of Microsoft platforms and basic networking concepts.
• Access to an Apple Macintosh computer that can run macOS Sonoma (14) or higher.
• Access to an Apple iOS Device such as an iPad or iPhone that can run iOS/iPadOS 17 or higher.
• Access to Microsoft Intune & Entra ID (or the ability to sign up for a free trial).

Target audience

• IT Professionals in organizations that are already leveraging Microsoft technologies to support Windows and want to extend that standardized support to Apple endpoints.
• Microsoft System Administrators who have to support Apple platforms in their environment.
• IT Professionals who have to manage some number of Macs or iOS devices in the enterprise.
• Any individual who wants to enhance their skills and knowledge of the Apple ecosystem.