Challenge
As Apple adoption grows, organizations must balance Apple-native experiences with scalable security and cross-platform integration.
Solution
An Apple-first UEM platform that rapidly supports annual Apple management capabilities, delivers full device coverage, integrates identity, and adds DEX analytics for multi-device and BYOD use cases.
Results
Jamf was placed in the Leaders category of the 2025-2026 IDC MarketScape for Apple device UEM.
Overview
IDC MarketScape is IDC’s vendor assessment framework that positions vendors by current capabilities (y-axis) and future strategies (x-axis).
In the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Unified Endpoint Management Software for Apple Devices 2025-2026 Vendor Assessment, Jamf is placed in the Leaders category. The report focuses on enterprise Apple device management and evaluates vendors across both execution today and strategic alignment for the coming years.
IDC opinion highlights
Apple adoption continues to grow across enterprise fleets, but macOS architecture and Apple-specific security and management models create persistent challenges, especially in mixed-OS environments. IDC notes that UEM vendors are differentiated by how quickly they adopt Apple management innovations such as declarative device management, device attestation, and privacy-first controls.
Buyer priorities for Apple UEM
IDC recommends that organizations evaluate:
- Speed of support for new Apple management APIs and yearly OS updates
- Complete coverage across Apple devices, including Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro
- Multi-device per user management with unified identity and policy control
- Flexibility for full MDM and privacy-sensitive BYOD approaches
- Deep integration with identity, SSO, MFA, and access systems
- DEX analytics for device health and user experience
- Zero-touch onboarding and scalable provisioning workflows
- Remote support and troubleshooting capabilities
- Granular policy enforcement and strong enterprise software integrations
Why Jamf is placed as a Leader
IDC highlights Jamf as an Apple-first platform with comprehensive lifecycle management and rapid support for new Apple OS versions and management capabilities. The assessment points to Jamf’s deep integration with Apple frameworks, Apple Business Manager-based zero-touch enrollment, automation for policy/security deployment and patching, and device telemetry insights, alongside a strong ecosystem of Apple-focused partners.
Key strengths emphasized in the assessment include:
- Immediate support for new Apple OS releases and management features, helping IT teams stay aligned with Apple's annual cadence
- Deep integration with Apple management frameworks, security controls, and device attestation
- Purpose-built workflows for Apple environments, including zero-touch enrollment and policy-driven automation
- End-to-end lifecycle management with patching, telemetry, and health insights
- Coverage across the full Apple device lineup, enabling consistent management for Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro
- Ecosystem integrations that connect Apple-focused management with identity, security, and workflow platforms
These strengths reinforce Jamf's ability to deliver Apple-native experiences while meeting enterprise requirements for scale, security, and operational efficiency.
Details
More information: https://www.jamf.com/resources/white-papers/idc-marketscape-worldwide-uem-software-for-apple-devices-vendor-assessment/
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