Tech News Update: Broadcom & VMWare Acquisition - What Migrating To Jamf Could Look Like & What Organizations Need to Consider
Jan 29, 2024
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Veronica Batista Bernard, leader of market and competitive intelligence at Jamf, and Andrew Needham, a professional services engineer, discuss Broadcom's acquisition of VMware and its impact on organizations migrating to Jamf. They explore challenges in migrating MDMs, integration of Jamf with Microsoft technologies, consolidating data with specialized tools, and explore the dark mode in Jamf Pro 11.
Specialized tools like Jamf are recommended for managing Apple devices while using other solutions for managing Windows devices.
Effective communication with end users and utilizing Jamf's training resources and professional services are crucial for a smooth migration to Jamf for Apple device management.
Deep dives
Broadcom's acquisition of VMware discussed
The podcast episode delves into the recent Broadcom acquisition of VMware. Highlighting Broadcom's interest in acquiring VMware for their cloud and virtualization software, the speakers discuss how this acquisition has affected customers and partners. They also explore the impact on the VMware partner community and the changes introduced by Broadcom in terms of moving customers to the cloud and ceasing some channel relationships. The speakers emphasize the importance of considering specialized tools for managing Apple devices and recommend using a specialized tool like Jamf for Apple devices while using other solutions, such as Microsoft's, for managing Windows devices.
Migrating between MDMs: Challenges and Solutions
The podcast episode covers the challenges associated with migrating from one MDM (Mobile Device Management) to another and specifically focuses on migrating from a non-Apple MDM to Jamf for Apple devices. The speakers discuss the need to learn a new software package and the challenge of removing the old MDM profile while ensuring a smooth transition to the new MDM profile. They highlight the importance of effective communication with end users and provide insights into the migration experience for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices. They also emphasize the role of Jamf's training resources, certification programs, and professional services in facilitating the migration process.
Specialty and ROI in Device Management
The podcast episode explores the concept of specializing in device management and the importance of considering return on investment (ROI) when selecting management solutions. The speakers discuss VMware's focus on containerization and content management as part of their solution for managing apps. However, they emphasize that Apple's secure architecture and specialized tools like Jamf offer a more comprehensive and ROI-driven approach for managing Apple devices. They recommend considering specialized tools for specific platforms, such as Microsoft for managing Windows devices, to achieve the best outcomes for IT, security, and end users.
Getting Started with Jamf and MDM Migration Timelines
The podcast episode provides insights into getting started with Jamf for Apple device management and outlines the general timeline for MDM migration. The speakers highlight the expertise and support provided by Jamf's teams, encouraging potential customers to reach out for advice and guidance. They discuss the time required for administrators to learn how to use Jamf Pro, typically ranging from two to four weeks, and emphasize the need for effective communication with end users during the migration process. They also discuss the migration experience for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices, stressing the ease and simplicity of the workflows designed to minimize end user disruptions.
Sean and Kat unpack current events in the Broadcom & VMware Acquisition with guests: Veronica Batista Bernard (Competitive Intelligence) & Andrew Needham (Professional Services Engineer - EMEIA).
Our co-hosts and guests talk about why Broadcom bought VMWare, what it could look like for organizations that are possibly switching to Jamf from another MDM. They talk about what it would look like going from a cross-platform solution and what to consider with platform management, timelines, questions to consider, how this impacts end users, what this looks like technically and conceptually. The team talks about compliance, technical differences, and what Jamf brings to the table in inventory data collections.
Sean and Kat also talk through an exciting technical update for Jamf Admins.