Mac Admins Podcast Episode 429: Enterprise IT and the ‘26 releases
Sep 24, 2025
Jeremy Butcher, an Apple engineer specializing in enterprise and education features, shares insights on new APIs and enhancements from the '26 release cycle. He discusses the impact of managed accounts and Apple Business/School Manager APIs, while exploring MDM migration challenges. Jeremy explains the complexities of cross-platform consistency and the importance of activation lock management during transitions. He also highlights innovative applications like authenticated guest mode and tap to log in, which can revolutionize shared-use cases in various sectors.
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Managed Accounts And Tap‑To‑Log‑In Matter
- Managed Apple Accounts and ABM/ASM APIs are now delivering capabilities admins long requested.
- Tap-to-log-in for shared Macs provides a simple, high-impact authentication UX for shared environments.
Hospital ID Card Workflow Inspired Expectations
- Tom observed hospital staff using ID cards to rapidly access patient records on shared machines.
- That real‑world convenience helped him appreciate shared‑session workflows like Microsoft’s and Apple's new features.
Automate ABM/ASM Data Workflows
- Use the new Apple Business/School Manager API to automate warranty, trade‑in and asset workflows.
- Integrate ABM/ASM data into helpdesk and asset systems to drive daily automation and decision making.