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8 IT Asset Management Best Practices for 2026

10th September 2025

Quick Summary IT Asset Management (ITAM) isn’t just a technical process—it’s the heartbeat of a well-run business. From laptops and licences to cloud subscriptions and servers, your IT assets are the tools your team relies on every day. This guide explores eight IT asset management best practices that help you take control, cut costs, and […]

Best Mobile Device Management (MDM) Solutions in 2026

19th June 2025

Quick Summary Discover the best Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions for 2026; including Shepherd Fusion, Shepherd for Apple, Jamf for Mac, Microsoft Intune, Iru. Learn about key features to look for, how MDM helps secure and manage business devices, and which solution is best suited to your organisation’s needs. Introduction As businesses continue to embrace […]

What is Mobile Device Management (MDM)? 

27th October 2024

Quick Summary  Mobile Device Management (MDM) is a service that enables organisations to deploy, manage, secure and support business devices from a central platform. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and desktops, MDM helps IT teams maintain security, compliance and productivity across remote, hybrid and office-based workforces.  Introduction Mobile Device Management (MDM) is a Swiss […]

Why Should you Outsource Your Device Management?

24th March 2024

In this blog, we explore the advantages of outsourcing device management, specifically with the Boomerang service offered by HardSoft. We’ll delve into the associated costs, benefits, and various scenarios where Boomerang proves to be a valuable asset. Understanding the Costs Costs with Boomerang: £3.25 per device per month + VAT; £39 + VAT per year […]

What Is Computer Equipment Repurposing?

30th November 2022

Computer equipment repurposing allows businesses to reuse their computer devices in a completely new and revolutionary way. By repurposing computer hardware, businesses can save time and money, better utilise their resources, and help the environment. Computer equipment repurposing is a new computer device life-cycle management service by Hardsoft that we have named Boomerang. This is […]

Jamf MDM Solution for Apple

27th August 2021

Here at HardSoft, we have been deploying Apple devices for a number of years, and while installing and configurating these devices is not overly complicated, it can be time consuming, particularly when its being installed on multiple devices. We used to install them individually, but began looking in to better, quicker ways to configure these […]

Do you need an MDM with Apple Business Manager?

28th February 2021

A Mobile Device Management solution, or MDM, provides businesses with greater control over corporate devices. Technically, you do not require an MDM solution to enrol with Apple Business Manager (ABM). However, these systems are designed to be used in conjunction with one another. By not having an MDM solution alongside Apple Business Manager, you will […]

How to Install Apps with Apple Business Manager (ABM)

13th February 2021

Quick Summary Installing apps with Apple Business Manager (ABM) can be done in two ways: automatically or manually. This guide walks you through both methods step-by-step, helping you choose the right approach for your business and streamline app deployment across your Apple devices. Apple Business Manager (ABM) is a powerful tool for deploying apps across company devices—whether you’re […]

How to Add an MDM Server to Apple Business Manager

6th February 2021

Apple Business Manager can be seamlessly integrated with your Mobile Device Management server. Your business can then easily automate device purchasing and deployment, management of employee roles, and distribution of necessary content and applications. Another crucial benefit of adding your Mobile Device Management server to your Apple Business Manager account is that your company will […]

What are ABM, MDM, and DEP?

2nd February 2021

If you’re a business owner looking into better management and control of your corporate devices, you might have encountered acronyms like ABM, MDM and DEP. DEP stands for Device Enrolment Program. It’s exactly what it sounds like; a smart and straightforward way to deploy Apple hardware like IPads, Mac computers and IPhones across a business. […]