Jamf Now | Jamf Blog https://www.jamf.com/blog/category/jamf-now/ The latest Jamf Now blog posts from Jamf en 2024-11-21T14:00:00+00:00 Introducing App Installers for Jamf Now https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-app-installers-macos-software-management/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-app-installers-macos-software-management/ App Installers has arrived at Jamf Now. Distribute third-party macOS software titles and let Jamf do the packaging for you.

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2024-11-20T14:00:00+00:00
Apple Mobile Device Management FAQ: your top questions answered https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mobile-device-management-faq/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mobile-device-management-faq/

The world of Apple Mobile Device Management (MDM) can sometimes raise questions. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions, some answers, and some suggestions for further reading.

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2024-11-15T20:00:00+00:00
Apple, Jamf and Lana Health enable the smart hospital of the future. https://www.jamf.com/blog/smart-hospital-automation-with-jamf-lana-health/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/smart-hospital-automation-with-jamf-lana-health/ Jamf for healthcare: Discover how Lana Health and Jamf Pro combine Apple device management and a platform that creates a seamless healthcare experience for patients and clinicians.

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2024-10-22T17:45:00+00:00
Announcing Web Protection for Jamf Now https://www.jamf.com/blog/announcing-web-protection-for-jamf-now/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/announcing-web-protection-for-jamf-now/ Jamf Now continues to add simplified, powerful functionality to increase value and support the changing needs of businesses — all while maintaining a focus on ease of use and streamlined workflows. We continue to extend the value of management and security for organizations by announcing Web Protection for Jamf Now.

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2024-09-20T16:23:00+00:00
What does same-day support really mean and why is it so crucial? https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-does-same-day-support-really-mean/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-does-same-day-support-really-mean/ When Apple releases their latest operating systems, users, and IT and security admins alike are eager to upgrade. It's crucial to ensure your workflows are as compatible with the latest OS as possible — extensive testing of Apple's betas are critical for success. At Jamf, we know how important it is to stay up to date with Apple releases and have done so since 2002. Read this blog to find out why this is so important for the security and productivity of your company.

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2024-09-09T16:49:00+00:00
The right fit: how to choose MDM solutions and vendors https://www.jamf.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-mdm/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-mdm/

Apple MDM pricing can vary wildly between vendors and even within them between products. Here’s how to choose the best MDM for your organization.

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2024-06-25T19:00:00+00:00
The history of Apple device management: where we started https://www.jamf.com/blog/history-of-apple-device-management/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/history-of-apple-device-management/

The future of Apple Mobile Device Management (MDM) is declarative device management. But how did we get here?

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2024-03-22T20:00:00+00:00
Mastering device lifecycle management https://www.jamf.com/blog/your-device-lifecycle-management-explained/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/your-device-lifecycle-management-explained/

There's increasing pressure on Mac admins to do more with less while still getting the right tools into the right hands at their organizations. Keeping on budget and keeping cool is possible with effective device lifecycle management.

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2024-03-01T18:00:00+00:00
The future of MDM. What is Modern Device Management? https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-modern-device-management/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-modern-device-management/

The best IT managers support today’s workplace while preparing for what lies ahead. That’s what modern management is all about.

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2024-02-29T14:00:00+00:00
What is an Apple MDM server? https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-apple-mdm-server/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-apple-mdm-server/

Are you diving into the world of device management? In this blog, learn about Apple MDM: from what it is to how to get started with it in your organization.

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2024-01-11T15:00:00+00:00
What is MDM? https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-mdm/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-mdm/

In the first blog in this series, learn how Mobile Device Management (MDM) is the tool for getting more from your technology, helping not just IT teams but all users to succeed with mobile devices at school or work.

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2023-12-08T15:00:00+00:00
Streamline device redeployment workflows with Return to Service Command https://www.jamf.com/blog/fast-secure-redeployment-with-return-to-service/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/fast-secure-redeployment-with-return-to-service/

It's never been simpler to redeploy devices or sanitize shared ones in a secure, efficient manner while ensuring they are reenrolled with your MDM solution, ready for new users. Learn more about how Apple’s Return to Service Command helps IT achieve this quickly and easily.

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2023-11-30T18:00:00+00:00
Jamf is ISO 27701 certified - but what does that mean? https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-iso-27701-certification/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-iso-27701-certification/

Jamf is officially ISO 27701 certified! We are committed to improving global privacy programs, complying with global privacy standards, and safeguarding data to help you meet your compliance needs. But let’s go back to basics first…

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2023-11-21T16:00:00+00:00
How to manage Apple FileVault with Jamf https://www.jamf.com/blog/manage-apple-filevault-with-jamf/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/manage-apple-filevault-with-jamf/

Get expert guidance on enabling FileVault, Apple’s native solution for full disk encryption, and access the full potential of remote management with Jamf.

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2023-10-26T21:00:00+00:00
Security in small business with Jamf Now https://www.jamf.com/blog/security-in-small-business-with-jamf-now/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/security-in-small-business-with-jamf-now/

Learn how Jamf Now can help your small business get started with security.

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2023-08-18T19:08:00+00:00
G2 Summer 2023 Report https://www.jamf.com/blog/g2-jamf-reviews-2023/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/g2-jamf-reviews-2023/

The phrase “lightning never strikes the same place twice” is a commonly held belief that holds little grounding in science. In fact, lightning can and does strike the same place multiple times and nowhere is that as evident as Jamf solutions once again scoring top marks in G2’s Summer 2023 report.

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2023-07-18T14:00:00+00:00
10 things to consider when switching MDM providers https://www.jamf.com/blog/10-things-to-consider-when-switching-between-mdm-solutions/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/10-things-to-consider-when-switching-between-mdm-solutions/

Use these questions and answers as a guide to safeguard your time and morale when adapting to your new mobile device management (MDM) needs.

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2023-04-10T17:58:00+00:00
Do you really need Apple Business Manager? https://www.jamf.com/blog/do-you-really-need-apple-business-manager/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/do-you-really-need-apple-business-manager/

What can this free tool from Apple actually do? In this post, we illustrate how you can harness the true power of your Apple fleet with Apple Business Manager (ABM) alongside your mobile device management (MDM) solution.

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2023-03-28T14:37:00+00:00
Your Mac admin journey from zero to hero https://www.jamf.com/blog/mac-admin-skills-development/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/mac-admin-skills-development/

Are you feeling confused or overwhelmed about getting started as a Mac admin? We can offer a roadmap and plenty of resources to point you in the right direction and give you an idea of what the future can hold for you.

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2023-03-27T23:50:00+00:00
Save the date: online spring Jamf Event https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-event-key-apple-enterprise-management-updates/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-event-key-apple-enterprise-management-updates/

Plan to join our spring Jamf Event on April 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at what solutions and updates we’re working on to help you simplify work with Apple.

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2023-03-07T16:08:00+00:00
Introducing the Jamf Learning Hub https://www.jamf.com/blog/introducing-the-jamf-learning-hub/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/introducing-the-jamf-learning-hub/

Check out the new Jamf Learning Hub to find the product technical content you need, when you need it to get the most out of Jamf products and succeed with Apple.

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2023-02-02T14:30:00+00:00
What is Apple Business Manager? Improve your Apple device management tasks https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-apple-business-manager/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/what-is-apple-business-manager/

Apple Business Manager, combined with Mobile Device Management (MDM), is the best way to simplify and speed your everyday Apple device management tasks.

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2023-01-23T18:33:00+00:00
Introducing Jamf how-to video shorts https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-how-to-video-shorts/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-how-to-video-shorts/

Check out Jamf how-to video shorts for no-nonsense training and support tutorials from your Jamf Customer Success team.

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2022-11-22T14:00:00+00:00
A holistic approach to security: zero-touch deployment https://www.jamf.com/blog/zero-touch-deployment-security-driver/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/zero-touch-deployment-security-driver/

Apple admins breathe easier when they can automate deployments from a centralized location. End users might not know what zero-touch deployment means, but they do appreciate a smooth onboarding and updating experience.

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2022-11-09T15:00:00+00:00
Start your MDM comparison here https://www.jamf.com/blog/start-your-mdm-comparison-here/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/start-your-mdm-comparison-here/

When searching for the best mobile device management (MDM) solution for your school or organization, see how Jamf compares to other vendors.

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2022-11-07T20:25:00+00:00
A holistic approach to security: Mobile Device Management (MDM) https://www.jamf.com/blog/mobile-device-management-security-foundation/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/mobile-device-management-security-foundation/

You probably have a good idea of what Mobile Device Management (MDM) is.

But did you know the crucial role that a well-built MDM plays in organizational security?

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2022-11-04T18:30:00+00:00
Work smarter, love more with macOS Ventura release https://www.jamf.com/blog/work-smarter-love-more-with-macos-ventura-release/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/work-smarter-love-more-with-macos-ventura-release/

Apple have released macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16 and it's chock full of great features. Are you ready to upgrade?

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2022-10-26T14:53:00+00:00
Jamf delivers same-day support for macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16 https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-delivers-same-day-support-for-macos-ventura-and-ipados-16/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-delivers-same-day-support-for-macos-ventura-and-ipados-16/

macOS Ventura is here and Jamf is ready for same-day support!

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2022-10-22T21:34:00+00:00
Jamf tops G2 Fall 2022 Report rankings https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-tops-g2-fall-2022-report/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-tops-g2-fall-2022-report/

Jamf product solutions scored well in G2’s Fall 2022 report, with first-place rankings in 22 categories plus other high marks for Jamf Pro, Jamf Now, Jamf Protect, Jamf Connect and Jamf School.

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2022-10-04T14:26:00+00:00
How to Migrate Devices: The voyage from Jamf Now to Jamf Pro https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-to-pro-upgrade-jnuc2022/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-to-pro-upgrade-jnuc2022/

Has your organization started to outgrow the functionality available through Jamf Now? Looking to upgrade your MDM solution to Jamf Pro? This JNUC 2022 session offers a helpful explainer for how the migration process works.

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2022-10-04T13:43:00+00:00
Apple’s “Far Out” event means your OS upgrades are close https://www.jamf.com/blog/apples-far-out-event-means-your-os-upgrades-are-close/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/apples-far-out-event-means-your-os-upgrades-are-close/

Apple's "Far Out" event is in the books, iOS 16 is out and iPadOS 16 is on the way. Are you ready for upgrades season?

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2022-09-13T16:09:00+00:00
Tiered offerings make it easy to grow with Jamf https://www.jamf.com/blog/grow-with-jamf-tiered-support/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/grow-with-jamf-tiered-support/

Jamf’s expanding product portfolio is designed to meet customers where they are, providing comprehensive support from startup to maturity. What solution is best for your organization’s needs?

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2022-08-09T15:40:00+00:00
Quick start MDM with Jamf https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mdm-for-small-business-made-simple/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mdm-for-small-business-made-simple/

For Apple mobile device management as intuitive as the products themselves, the Jamf Now plan gets you up and running quickly, and keeps it simple while you grow.

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2022-06-29T13:56:00+00:00
Jamf solutions shine in G2 Summer 2022 Report https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-g2-summer-2022-report/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-g2-summer-2022-report/

Jamf solutions received top marks again in this season’s G2 report, with endpoint protection solution Jamf Protect taking its place in the spotlight.

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2022-06-23T20:36:00+00:00
Jamf celebrates 20 years of helping organizations succeed with Apple https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-20th-anniversary/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-20th-anniversary/

Jamf celebrated our 20-year anniversary on June 10, 2022. Thank you, Jamf Nation, for helping us to grow and reach so many milestones along the way!

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2022-06-13T12:15:00+00:00
How to improve your digital employee onboarding experience https://www.jamf.com/blog/digital-employee-onboarding-done-right/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/digital-employee-onboarding-done-right/

In the modern workplace, it’s critical to get remote employee digital onboarding right. Your organization can improve your employee onboarding experience with an Apple MDM solution from Jamf.

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2022-05-24T12:59:00+00:00
SMB MDM: How to get started with Jamf https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mdm-for-small-business/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/apple-mdm-for-small-business/

Simplify your small or mid-size business Apple device management with Jamf Now, so you can spend more of your precious time building your SMB organization’s success.

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2022-04-22T17:37:00+00:00
Employee empowerment the Jamf way https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-apple-employee-empowerment/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-apple-employee-empowerment/

Beyond the benefits that Jamf solutions provide IT and management, they can help employees in many industries and job functions to work more efficiently and happily.

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2022-04-06T18:21:00+00:00
Cut down on distracted driving this April with LifeSaver Mobile https://www.jamf.com/blog/distracted-driving-month/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/distracted-driving-month/

April is designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the United States, so it’s a good time to think about what counts as distracted driving and how to meaningfully avoid it. Featuring an integration with Jamf MDM solutions, LifeSaver Mobile is a digital solution that can help keep employees safe on the road.

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2022-04-05T19:38:00+00:00
G2 rates Jamf number one in Spring 2022 Report https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-ranked-number-one-g2-spring2022-reviews/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-ranked-number-one-g2-spring2022-reviews/

Jamf tops G2 ratings yet again with first place rankings in 26 categories, plus other high rankings for Jamf Pro, Jamf Now and Jamf Connect in G2’s Spring 2022 Report.

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2022-04-04T15:34:00+00:00
Jamf and LifeSaver Mobile provide a driver safety solution for commercial fleets https://www.jamf.com/blog/lifesaver-jamfpro-integration/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/lifesaver-jamfpro-integration/

The LifeSaver Mobile integration with Jamf Pro and Jamf Now makes it easier to prevent automotive accidents by restricting employees' access to their company phones while behind the wheel, all without the need for expensive hardware.

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2022-03-02T14:28:00+00:00
Jamf ranked first in G2’s 2022 Winter Report https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-ranked-first-in-g2s-2022-winter-report/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-ranked-first-in-g2s-2022-winter-report/

G2 awarded Jamf first place rankings in 24 categories, plus other high-score rankings in G2’s 2022 Winter Report.

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2022-01-13T15:47:00+00:00
We’re here for you: OS Upgrade Release https://www.jamf.com/blog/were-here-for-you-os-upgrade-release/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/were-here-for-you-os-upgrade-release/

All of Apple's latest OSs are out and OS 15 and Monterey are ready for you to deploy to your teams. Here's a handful of resources to help guide you through your process and streamline it all with best practices.

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2021-11-05T16:04:00+00:00
Jamf delivers same-day support for macOS Monterey! https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-delivers-same-day-support-for-macos-monterey/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-delivers-same-day-support-for-macos-monterey/

macOS Monterey is here and Jamf is ready for same-day support! Upgrade when you're ready, secure your Mac on a deeper level and feel the power of macOS Monterey.

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2021-10-25T18:00:00+00:00
Harnessing the power of Jamf Now in a small-medium business https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-in-small-medium-business-jnuc2021/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jamf-now-in-small-medium-business-jnuc2021/

When Rick Saville came back to Abbeyville Building Environment Consultants (BEC), he knew there was a significant need for a modernized tech plan. However, Rick didn't have any IT experience and needed a foundational tool to help him manage everything he needed to do; he found Jamf Now.

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2021-10-19T19:30:00+00:00
JNUC 2021 Keynote: Shaping Us for Years to Come https://www.jamf.com/blog/jnuc-2021-keynote-shaping-us-for-years-to-come/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/jnuc-2021-keynote-shaping-us-for-years-to-come/

Experience new and more effective ways of empowering Apple users while protecting their privacy, streamlining IT workflows and serving InfoSec enterprise-grade security.

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2021-10-19T15:14:00+00:00
OS 15 support goes beyond supporting same-day compatibility https://www.jamf.com/blog/os-15-support-goes-beyond-supporting-same-day-compatibility/ https://www.jamf.com/blog/os-15-support-goes-beyond-supporting-same-day-compatibility/

Being same-day compliant, and offering guidance on preparing for OSs to drop, is nice but Jamf wants to support you all the way through your operating system rollout.

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2021-09-21T16:44:00+00:00