Managing Company Devices Without Losing Your Mind
Someone leaves their laptop on a train. An employee's phone gets stolen. A contractor needs temporary access to company systems. How do you handle this stuff without it becoming a full-time job?
The Problems Device Management Solves
Lost or stolen devices. With proper management, you can locate a missing device, lock it remotely, or wipe it completely. The data stays safe even if the hardware doesn't.
Onboarding and offboarding. New employee? Push all the apps and settings they need automatically. Someone leaving? Revoke access and wipe company data without touching their personal stuff.
Keeping things consistent. Make sure everyone has the required security settings, approved apps, and current software versions.
Tools That Help
- Jamf - The gold standard for managing Apple devices
- JumpCloud - Combines identity management with device management
- Mosyle - Great for schools and businesses with lots of iPads
- Apple Business Manager - Free basics if you're just getting started
Even Without Fancy Tools
If you're not ready for full device management, at least:
• Enable FileVault (disk encryption) on all Macs
• Turn on Find My Mac/iPhone
• Require passwords and auto-lock
• Keep a simple inventory spreadsheet of who has what
Part of the Bigger Picture
Device management works best alongside single sign-on and security policies. When someone leaves, you disable their account in one place and they lose access to everything - apps, email, and managed devices.
When to Get Help
If you have more than a handful of devices, or if the thought of someone losing a laptop makes you nervous, proper device management is worth setting up. We can help you get started.
Want peace of mind about your devices? We can set up device management that lets you track, secure, and manage your fleet without it becoming a burden. Get in touch.