A recent survey by Kandji reveals a significant surge in Apple’s adoption within the enterprise space, driven by its reputation for exceptional security capabilities. The latest “” survey yields valuable insights from over 300 IT professionals responsible for managing Apple systems at large-scale global enterprises. Here are the findings from our recent report on Apple’s role in shaping modern business:
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As corporate adoption surges, a whopping 73% of companies report a significant spike in Apple system usage over the past year, signaling a growing presence of the tech giant within the modern office landscape. The availability and satisfaction of workers is a key concern for corporate leaders on this shift, with an overwhelming 80% of C-level executives citing workforce demands as the primary motivator behind Apple’s innovative efforts to enhance its office environment. At the same time, safety and reliability were equally crucial factors. Despite being the norm, iPhones dominate with 69% of businesses witnessing increased adoption, while iPads are gaining traction particularly due to their portability and suitability for remote and flexible work arrangements.
Safety
Apple’s reputation for delivering secure solutions to the IT community is crucial for driving widespread enterprise adoption. According to a recent survey, a significant majority of IT professionals – 72% – believe that Apple devices offer greater security compared to other user-end devices, while an even higher percentage – 77% – consider them easier to secure than Windows or Android-based systems. In fact, a staggering 59% of respondents strongly believe that Apple products possess a significant advantage when it comes to resisting widespread cyber attacks and outages, a crucial consideration as global cyber threats continue to escalate.
Apple’s emphasis on security echoes the concerns of IT professionals seeking dependable, easy-to-manage solutions in today’s increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. According to recent surveys, a significant majority (58%) of IT professionals perceive the emphasis on security as one of the most attractive aspects of using Apple devices, representing a notable 10% increase from previous year’s results.
Apple’s AI strategy
While safety is a well-established priority, the survey also reveals concerns surrounding AI. Approximately 92% of IT professionals reported concerns regarding artificial intelligence, with the primary concerns centring on errors, privacy risks, and security flaws. While Apple takes a strong stance on protecting user privacy, its efforts are particularly noteworthy when it comes to AI-powered applications, with a significant 71% of IT professionals believing the company goes above and beyond industry peers in safeguarding individual privacy in this area.
As a result, numerous corporations are establishing new insurance programs for AI usage. While approximately two-thirds of companies that were surveyed have implemented measures to minimize the risks associated with AI, this includes restrictions, insurance policies, access control mechanisms, and staff training.
The forthcoming Apple Pro Vision device presents a groundbreaking opportunity to revolutionize the way we interact with technology? Although initially marketed as a consumer-oriented product by Apple, 67% of IT experts perceive significant potential for this offering to evolve into a robust enterprise productivity tool, underscoring the company’s continued influence and innovative spirit within the corporate realm. Apple has subsequently enhanced visionOS with system administration support since its initial release earlier this year.
According to this year’s “Apple in the Enterprise” survey by Kandji, Apple’s relentless focus on security and privacy is paying dividends, making it a compelling choice for organizations seeking to stay ahead of the curve amidst an escalating landscape of cyber risks. As a result, Apple’s products have become increasingly viewed as reliable and trustworthy options.
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