November 20, 2024

Scheduling synchronization for Apple devices: The new setup to optimize your device management

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Scheduling synchronization for Apple devices: The new setup to optimize your device management

At Applivery, we are committed to providing tools that simplify and enhance your device management. Today, we are thrilled to announce a new feature specifically designed for administrators managing Apple devices: Calendar-based synchronization scheduling.

This new functionality allows you to define specific time slots during which your Apple devices will not synchronize policies with Applivery, giving you greater control over your devices’ behavior and ensuring optimal performance, especially during peak hours.

What is scheduling synchronization?

Calendar-based synchronization scheduling is a feature that lets you configure a calendar with protected time slots during which Apple devices will not synchronize policies with Applivery. During these periods, devices will remain “offline” in terms of automatic synchronization, ensuring that critical tasks underway are not interrupted.

Although devices will not perform automatic synchronizations during protected slots, you will always have the option to send manual commands or force a policy update as needed. This ensures you maintain complete control over your device management at all times.

Advantages of synchronization scheduling

This new functionality offers multiple benefits to optimize your Apple device management:

1. More efficient resource management

Synchronizing outside high-use hours ensures that device performance is not affected during critical moments. This is especially useful in corporate environments where operational tasks take precedence.

2. Flexibility and absolute control

With the ability to configure protected time slots, you can adjust synchronization to occur during low-activity hours, such as at night or on weekends. However, if an urgent action like an update or installation is needed, you can still perform it manually at any time.

3. Reduced interruptions

Avoiding synchronization at inopportune times can help reduce issues such as connectivity interruptions or conflicts with other activities the devices might be performing.

4. Total customization

This feature is designed to fully adapt to your needs. You decide which hours are protected and which are not, tailoring the schedule to the rhythm and priorities of your organization.

How to configure the synchronization calendar

Enabling this feature is straightforward and available to all Applivery users managing Apple devices. Follow these steps to start using calendar-based synchronization scheduling:

  1. Accede a la configuración de dispositivos apple: Ve al panel de administración de Applivery y navega a Gestión de Dispositivos > Configuración > Apple Setup.
  2. Find the protected schedule calendar option:
    In this section, you will find the option named Protected Schedule Calendar.
  3. Define your time slots:
    Configure the specific hours and days during which you want the devices to avoid automatic synchronization.
  4. Save and apply changes:
    Once your protected time slots are configured, save the changes. The devices will automatically follow these rules.

Practical use cases

Synchronization scheduling has practical applications across various environments. Here are some examples:

  • Companies with night shifts: In organizations operating at night, you can schedule synchronization to occur in the early morning hours, avoiding interference during critical shifts.
  • Educational environments: Schools or universities can set protected times during classes, ensuring that students’ devices do not synchronize while in use.
  • Industries with high operational dependency: Sectors like retail or logistics can schedule synchronization during low-demand hours, such as after closing operations.

Manual control always available

While this feature automates synchronization scheduling, you will never lose control over your devices. Applivery lets you send manual commands or force policy updates at any time. This means that even if you’ve set a protected time slot, you can always intervene when necessary.

This functionality not only enhances the experience for administrators but also ensures optimal performance of devices at all times. For more information, visit our website or contact our customer support team. We are here to help.

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