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    iPads as DIY Kiosks: How to Manage iPad Management for Small Business?

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    Modern businesses rely heavily on digital devices and a strong digital strategy to garner improved customer engagement, employee productivity, and operational efficiency.

    While the digital transformation journey of large enterprises involves enterprise-grade devices, expensive software solutions, and a dependable change management team.

    These factors together contribute to a sustainable digital transformation in which large enterprises have time, money, and resources to invest in.

    When small businesses venture to adopt a digital strategy, they do not have sufficient funds to purchase and deploy custom devices for business purposes.

    One of the primary needs of small businesses is a kiosk device. DIY kiosks for small businesses hence seem like a lucrative idea. These kiosks can be created by deploying iPads, Android tablets, or Windows 10 devices.

    iPad Kiosks For Small Businesses

    iPads are one of the most compact, portable yet stylish-looking digital devices in the market. The popularity of the iPad is undoubted. In the last quarter of 2019, Apple’s revenue from the iPad was 4.66 billion U.S. dollars.

    This staggering number is good enough to suggest that iPads are popular and still here to stay. One of the most intriguing factors that iPads are so popular is their versatile usability, where they can double up as personal devices for entertainment and leisure or as a kiosk for your business.

    With Apple launching iPad OS, iPads are practically at par with any personal computer minus the bulk. 

    If you run a small business and need to take your business to the next level, iPads can do it for you! For small businesses, iPads can be turned into DIY kiosks that can help scale customer engagement or empower the staff with the latest business resources. 

    iPads are deemed fit for the requirement of Affordable/DIY kiosks for small businesses because of the familiarity the users enjoy with the iPad interface. iPads are user-friendly, have a fantastic display, and work as well as any computer would.

    But configuring iPads with business apps is not enough, when iPads are deployed as D.I.Y. kiosks for small businesses, the business owners need to manage it effectively to ensure that these iPads are strictly used for business purposes.

    With Scalefusion iPad Kiosk mode, turning iPads into D.I.Y. kiosks for small businesses is streamlined. In this article, let us see how to make a DIY Kiosk using Scalefusion.

    1. Prepare your iPads

    If you have a small business and already have purchased iPads, it is recommended to supervise them to have better control. If you have purchased the iPads from an authorized reseller, authorized carrier, or Apple itself, you can quickly supervise it using Apple Device Manager Program (DEP). You can read more about Apple DEP here

    If you have purchased your iPads from any other reseller, you can supervise the iPads using Apple Configurator 2. If you do not want to go via the supervision way, you can continue to prepare your iPads without supervision. Once your supervision is completed, finish the Apple setup on the Scalefusion dashboard. 

    Setup configuration

    It is recommended to go for supervision using Apple DEP within Apple Business Manager, irrespective of the business size.

    Read more: A Beginner’s Guide to Apple Business Management

    2. Create iPad Kiosk Mode Policy 

    Sign up on Scalefusion. Start enrolling the devices on Scalefusion MDM. For Kiosk deployment of iPads for small businesses, navigate to the Device Management section of the Scalefusion dashboard. Start creating a D.I.Y. kiosk profile for iPads.

    create iPad kiosk policy

    3. Select Apps

    Now, choose the apps to be allowed on the iPad kiosk. You can choose one or multiple applications from the App Store, purchase apps from Apple VPP or upload private apps and make them available for selection on iPad. Select the apps to be allowed on the iPad kiosk. 

    If you have selected a browser app to be available on the iPad kiosk mode, choose the websites to be allowed on the device.

    Select apps for kiosk

    4. Select iPad Kiosk Mode

    Select the appropriate kiosk mode. You can choose a single app mode where only one application will be made available on the kiosk.

    Select kiosk mode

    Or you can choose the autonomous single app mode where two or more apps will be allowed on the iPad kiosk.

    Select kiosk mode

    You can now apply this kiosk profile on enrolled iPads and use them for your business.  Only the allowed apps will be available on the iPad kiosk, ensuring that your iPads are strictly used for business.

    No employee distractions, no excess data costs, and customized Kiosks for business- now provisioned using Scalefusion.

    With these simple steps, you can deploy a D.I.Y. kiosk for your small business. Managing these devices with an effective iPad MDM such as Scalefusion can ensure the device.

    FAQs

    1. How can I use iPads as DIY kiosks for my small business?

    Utilize guided access mode to restrict iPad functionality, choose suitable kiosk apps for your needs, and secure iPads with robust passcodes to ensure smooth operation as self-service kiosks.

    2. What are the best iPad management strategies for small businesses?

    Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions like Scalefusion for centralized control, app distribution, and security configurations. Regularly update apps and operating systems to enhance performance and security.

    3. How do I streamline iPad deployment and maintenance for my small business?

    Create standardized configurations, automate software updates, and utilize remote management tools offered by MDM solutions. Implement consistent procedures for deploying, monitoring, and troubleshooting iPads to streamline maintenance processes.

    4. What security measures should I implement for iPads used as kiosks in my small business?

    Enable passcode protection, restrict access to sensitive data, and employ encryption protocols for data transmission. Regularly audit device security settings and monitor for potential vulnerabilities to safeguard customer information and business data.

    5. Are there cost-effective solutions for managing iPads in small business kiosk setups?

    Explore MDM solutions that offer scalable pricing models and tailored features for small businesses. Consider factors like ease of use, customer support, and compatibility with existing hardware and software infrastructure when selecting a cost-effective solution.


    Renuka Shahane
    Renuka Shahane
    Renuka Shahane is a writer and editor at Scalefusion blog. An avid reader who loves writing about technology, she likes translating technical jargon into consumable content.

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