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How Apple Business Essentials Empower Organizations

By partnering with CDW, your business can maximize the benefits of Apple Business Essentials.

In the ever-evolving landscape of business technology, Apple Business Essentials stands out as a transformative solution designed to streamline device management, enhance collaboration and provide comprehensive support. In this blog post, we'll delve into the core components of Apple Business Essentials, exploring its capabilities and real-world applications.

Discover how Apple Business Essentials can revolutionize the way your business handles device management, warranty services and iCloud storage.

Overview of Apple Business Essentials

Apple Business Essentials is more than just a service – it's a strategic approach to managing Apple devices within an organizational environment. Apple Business Essentials seamlessly integrates hardware, software and expert support to create a cohesive ecosystem. Let's explore the three pillars that define the capabilities of Apple Business Essentials and how they contribute to reshaping the way businesses operate.

3 Tentpoles of Apple Business Essentials Capabilities

  • Device Management Excellence: The prowess of Apple Business Essential in device management is a game-changer for businesses. It allows for the remote configuration, deployment and management of Apple devices seamlessly. Whether your devices are organization-owned or employee-owned, Apple Business Essentials ensures your entire fleet of devices is efficiently managed. With features such as Collections, you can effortlessly deliver apps and settings to users, user groups and devices, protecting company data and hardware in case of loss or theft.

  • iCloud and Backups for Secure Collaboration: Apple Business Essentials leverages iCloud to enhance collaboration and ensure data security. With a dedicated iCloud account for Apple Business Essentials, your business can customize storage plans with up to 2 TB per employee. This not only secures business data but also facilitates seamless collaboration, allowing employees to access their documents and data anywhere, anytime.

  • AppleCare with Warranty Service Convergence: One of the most beloved capabilities of Apple Business Essentials is AppleCare, which offers comprehensive support, up to two repairs annually and warranty service convergence. The inclusion of AppleCare+ for Business Essentials provides flexible device repairs, prioritized 24/7 phone support, guidance from customer success managers and specialized training modules. This ensures that your hardware is covered, and your team receives the support needed to stay productive. Apple Business Essentials is the only solution that gives organizations the option to augment device management licenses with AppleCare+ support.

Benefits of AppleCare+ for Business Essentials

By opting for AppleCare+ for Business Essentials, your organization gains:

  • Flexible Device Repairs: AppleCare+ for Business Essentials provides peace of mind by offering flexible options for device repairs. This means minimal disruption to your operations since devices can be quickly and efficiently restored to optimal working conditions.

  • Prioritized Support: Experience 24/7 access to phone support, enabling your organization to address issues promptly. This dedicated support ensures your team receives the assistance needed to maintain productivity.

  • Specialized Training Modules: Enhance your team’s proficiency with Apple devices through dedicated training modules. AppleCare+ for Business Essentials includes resources that empower your staff with the knowledge to make the most of the technology at their disposal.

Streamline Device Deployment and Configuration

In a growing Apple environment, users can utilize Apple Business Essentials to streamline deployment and configuration of Apple devices and ensure each device adheres to your company’s standards. This standalone platform enforces security policies to protect sensitive customer data and comply with industry regulations.

Business applications can also be seamlessly distributed across devices for a standardized set. In this platform, updates for iOS and macOS can be initiated over the air so devices are consistently up to date.

As you embark on a journey of digital transformation with Apple Business Essentials, partner with CDW, a trusted technology solutions provider. Our expertise in implementing and optimizing Apple Business Essentials can be instrumental in unlocking the full potential of your business technology.


Vince Kasparian

Emerging Technology Engineer
Story by Vince Kasparian, an Emerging Technology Engineer. He has been with CDW for eight years. His responsibilities include helping design, create and implement services for both Microsoft and Apple around device endpoint management and security. Vince is a Jamf Certified Tech, working toward being a Jamf Certified Admin.