Managing Apple devices at scale in 2025 poses challenges for developers and IT teams in terms of security, app distribution, and device lockdown.
Apple Device Management is no longer solely the responsibility of IT admins but also involves developers and tech leads due to remote work, BYOD policies, and compliance regulations.
While Apple provides native tools like Apple Business Manager and MDM protocol, dedicated Apple MDM solutions become necessary as the number of devices increases beyond 5-10.
Key considerations for selecting an Apple MDM include zero-touch enrollment, granular controls, remote actions, and Activation Lock management to simplify device management tasks.