If you don’t use Microsoft Exchange, you can set similar policies on your devices by creating configuration profiles. You distribute the profiles via email or a web site that is accessible using the device. If you want to change a policy, you must post or send an updated profile to users for them to install. For information about the device passcode policies, see “Passcode Settings” on page 22.
Configuring Devices
Next, you need to decide how you’ll configure each iPhone and iPod touch. In large part, this is influenced by how many devices you plan on deploying and managing over time. If the number is relatively small, you may find that it is simpler for you or your users to manually configure each device. This involves using the device to enter the settings for each mail account,
If you plan on deploying a large number of devices, or you have a large collection of email settings, network settings, and certificates to install, then you may want to configure the devices by creating and distributing configuration profiles. Configuration profiles quickly load settings and authorization information onto a device. Additionally, some VPN and
Whether or not you’re configuring devices manually or using configuration profiles, you also need to decide if you’ll configure the devices or if you will delegate this task to your users. Which you choose depends on your user’s locations, company policy regarding users’ ability to manage their own IT equipment, and the complexity of the device configuration you intend to deploy. Configuration profiles work well for a large enterprise, for remote employees, or for users that are unable to set up their own devices.
if you want users to activate device themselves or if they need to install or update enterprise applications, iTunes must be installed on each user’s Mac or PC. iTunes is also required for software updates to iPhone and iPod touch, so keep that in mind if you decide to not distribute iTunes to your users. For information about deploying iTunes, see Chapter 4.
Other Resources
Additional helpful information and resources about iPhone and iPod touch in the enterprise is available at www.apple.com/iphone/enterprise.
Chapter 1 Deploying iPhone and iPod touch
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