What is the iOS & iPadOS component of the University Managed Desktop (UMD) service?
This is one component of the wider UMD service.
The aim of this service is to provide a suitable environment for managing iOS and iPadOS devices.
What are the benefits?
- Using current best practices and technologies for managing Apple devices.
- Network agnostic device management.
- Configuration can applied to install printers, mount shares, set preferences and more.
- Users can use their own Apple ID.
- Devices can be re-provisioned at any time from any location.
- Application and operating system updates can be automatically updated or delegated to user control.
- Devices that have been lost or stolen remain under management and can be locked/wiped remotely.
- Site IT staff have oversight of their devices though the management tools.
- Improved security of both hardware and software.
- Apps and configuration can be applied automatically.
- Uses current best practices and technologies for managing Apple devices to simplify deployment and configuration.
- Self Service portal allows users to install applications from a curated portal.
- Device remains managed on virtually any network.
- System updates can be automatically updated or delegated to user control.
- Security improved as devices that have been lost or stolen remain under management and can be locked/wiped remotely.
- Site IT staff have oversight of their devices though the management tools.
Technologies
Uses Apple Enterprise functionality comprising
- Mobile Device Management (MDM)
- Device Enrolment (DEP)
- Volume Purchasing (VPP)
In conjunction with Jamf Pro, the current leader in Apple device management.
How do I access it?
Chargeable service of £3/month at institutional level.
How do I get help?
(Coming soon.)
01223 332999