Choose a deployment model for Apple devices
Supported Apple devices have built-in technologies for easy deployment of Apple devices. Using Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager with a mobile device management (MDM) solution offers even greater flexibility and control over device deployments.
The first place to begin planning your deployment is to understand which deployment model works best with your organization. After understanding which model works best, you can select the enrollment method for users.
Organization-owned model
In the organization-owned model, devices are purchased by the organization—either from Apple or from a participating Apple Authorized Reseller or cellular carrier. A device is provided to each user, referred to as a one-to-one or personally enabled deployment, or devices can be rotated among users, which is referred to as shared or nonpersonalized deployment. A combination of these deployment models can also be used.
User-owned model
In the user-owned model, Apple devices are purchased, set up, and configured by the user. These types of deployments are commonly referred to as BYOD, or bring-your-own-device deployments. To use organizational services (such as Wi-Fi, VPN, mail, and calendars) or to configure the device for specific education or business requirements, users typically enroll their devices in an organization’s MDM solution.
After understanding the basic steps for a device deployment, an organization’s IT team can explore the Apple deployment and management capabilities in detail. This reference covers these tools and web-based portals extensively; the key stakeholders in the organization should review this document carefully.