The article discusses the evolution of Apple’s device management in schools, particularly focusing on the iPad's impact on K-12 education. Initially, Apple’s success stemmed from MacBooks used in cart-based learning, but the iPad's introduction marked a significant shift toward mobile learning. Despite its popularity, large-scale management of iPads posed numerous challenges for IT departments. It highlights Apple’s struggles in creating effective device management infrastructure in response to user needs and the initial clumsiness of the Volume Purchase Program (VPP) for app distribution.
The iPad ignited a mobility revolution in education, but managing iPads in large-scale deployments proved frustratingly chaotic for IT teams.
Apple's early device management efforts highlighted a lack of foresight; they struggled to build the necessary infrastructure until actual usage patterns emerged.
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