Apple for Business
Everything you need to run apple at scale
Longhurst Consulting helps you deploy, manage, and support Apple devices with consistency, security, and confidence.
We Make Apple simple to buy, deploy, and support in your organization.
Deployment & Onboarding
Get devices ready out of the box with zero-touch setup.
Apple Business Manager
Centralized control of devices, apps and users.
MDM & Security
Protect devices with policy-driven management.
Lifecycle Management
From procurement to replacement, fully managed.
Ongoing Support
Helpdesk and on-site support when you need it.
Why organizations choose Apple at work
Apple is known for reliability and strong platform security. The difference between “having Macs” and “running Apple well” is a repeatable setup, clear standards, and support that understands both macOS and business systems.
CONSISTENCY
Repeatable onboarding
New devices come in configured the same way, so onboarding does not depend on manual steps or one person’s memory.
SECURITY
Practical controls
Encryption, account access, MFA guidance, and policy alignment that supports your security posture and compliance needs.
SUPPORT
Less downtime
Fast help on common issues, plus a clear path for escalations and device lifecycle planning.
Apple focused managed services and network support
This page is designed for organizations that want Apple devices to feel “business standard”, with strong onboarding, predictable support, and clean integration with your existing network, identity, and productivity tools.
Deployment and onboarding
- Role based recommendations for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV
- New device preparation, setup, and user onboarding
- Business apps installed and configured for your workflows
- Data migration planning and continuity support
- Standards for naming, accounts, and access
Ongoing support and lifecycle management
- Helpdesk support for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS users
- Guidance for mixed environments with Microsoft 365
- Patch and update coordination aligned to business schedules
- Backup and recovery guidance for endpoints
- Refresh planning, replacements, and rollouts
Network and wireless readiness
- Wi-Fi design and tuning for modern Apple fleets
- Secure VLAN segmentation for staff, guests, and devices
- Switching and firewall upgrades aligned to your budget and risk
- Remote access, VPN, and secure connectivity support
Device management and control
- Enrollment strategy using Apple Business Manager
- MDM configuration for policies, apps, and restrictions
- Inventory visibility and device lifecycle tracking
- Offboarding workflows, wipe, and reassignment procedures
Common Apple bundles
These are practical starting points we use to standardize Apple by role and industry. We adjust details based on your systems, user count, and the way your team works. Each bundle can include device procurement plus an Apple managed services stack.
Healthcare clinic teams
Designed for room to room workflows, secure access, and consistent onboarding.
- Doctor portable: MacBook Air with standard security baseline and cloud backup strategy
- Front desk: Mac mini workstation with MDM, patching, DNS filtering, and support
- Leadership: MacBook Pro for secure mobility and priority support alignment
Automotive dealership operations
Mobility for sales, stable workstations for finance, and simple support.
- Sales floor: iPad with keyboard or MacBook Air for customer facing workflows
- Finance manager: Mac mini workstation with dual displays and standardized setup
- GM or dealer principal: MacBook Pro for leadership mobility and secure access
Accounting and professional services
Consistent workstations, clean integration with Microsoft 365, and steady support.
- Staff: Mac mini with dual displays for desk based productivity
- Partner or senior: MacBook Pro for mobility and heavier workloads
- Standard service stack: ABM + MDM + monitoring + patching + helpdesk
Architecture, engineering, and creative teams
High performance roles plus simpler admin stations, built for demanding workflows.
- Design and engineering: MacBook Pro for performance critical work
- Admin: Mac mini for reliable desk based workflows
- Creative studio tier: Mac Studio options for rendering and production environments
How it works
Discovery
We review your users, roles, apps, identity requirements, and current network and security expectations.
Standard build
We define a repeatable baseline for onboarding, access, security settings, and core applications.
Deploy and onboard
We prepare devices, coordinate onboarding, and document the standards so it stays repeatable.
Support and improve
Ongoing helpdesk and lifecycle planning, with practical improvements as your environment evolves.
Security built into every layer
- Device encryption + compliance
- Secure network integration
- Backup & recovery planning
Not sure which bundle fits your team?
Let’s chat to customize a selection based on your industry, size, and goals.
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