Your Meraki SM is ending. Your Apple fleet isn’t.
On December 3, 2025, Cisco announced the End‑of‑Sale for Meraki Systems Manager, with the last day to buy new 1‑ and 3‑year licenses on June 3, 2026, and support ending June 3, 2029. Meraki’s device management is winding down across platforms; Addigy gives your Apple fleet a modern home.
When we developed the macOS Security Compliance Project, we had a vision that vendors could just take the library of rule files and implement them into their product. Addigy was able to see that idea, take it, and build on it in a way to really benefit their customers and the Mac community. Addigy built a way for organizations to implement compliance standards from the mSCP on their Mac without having to know yaml or python or touch the terminal.
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Why Addigy is your new home for Apple devices
Our core focus at Addigy is managing and securing the Apple ecosystem. Addigy is an Apple‑only, Apple‑first MDM with real‑time visibility, deep macOS controls, and robust iOS/iPadOS workflows.
Why IT leaders choose Addigy for Apple MDM:
Apple-Native UI
A sleek, modern interface that feels intuitive and familiar to end users, creating a seamless experience.
Multi-Tenant Scalability
Tailor configurations for multiple clients, teams, or locations while maintaining centralized oversight.
Real-Time Progress Updates
Give end users visibility into setup progress, reducing confusion and improving confidence.
Custom Branding
Reinforce your organization’s professionalism with logos, messaging, and tailored onboarding workflows.
Automated Workflows
Save time for you and your team by automating repetitive tasks and reducing manual interventions.
Smart Prompts
Handle interruptions like low battery, network issues, or restarts to ensure smooth and complete setups.
Compliance Control
Audit-Ready Apple Security Isn’t Optional
- Most general-purpose MDMs still cannot reliably enforce iOS/iPadOS updates, FileVault encryption, and Apple-specific security controls across your fleet.
- Auditors look for provable control of Apple devices, not brand names; a “free” or bundled MDM that can’t fully manage Macs and iPads will be called out as a risk.
- Relying on a non-Apple-focused MDM leaves gaps that put you, as the internal admin, on the hook when something goes wrong.
- Choosing an Apple-first MDM like Addigy means walking into your next security assessment with confidence that your Macs, iPhones, and iPads will pass scrutiny.
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Meraki SM vs Addigy for Apple fleets
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Dimension |
Meraki Systems Manager (EOL)
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Addigy MDM
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Core philosophy |
Network‑centric; “single pane” tied to Meraki hardware. |
Apple-first device management platform. |
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Wi‑Fi / Sentry |
One‑click Sentry, proprietary CA, AP‑dependent. |
Standards‑based SCEP/ACME + Cloud RADIUS, any enterprise Wi‑Fi. |
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Automation model |
Tags + CSV bulk updates. |
DDM integration and API‑driven automation. |
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Lifecycle workflows |
Basic wipes, manual post‑erase setup. |
Apple Return to Service, 2–5 minute automated reset flows. |
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Real‑time monitoring & remediation |
Periodic/polling‑based updates; slower feedback loop on compliance and script outcomes. |
Near real‑time monitoring and remediation for Apple devices via the agent + MDM. |
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iPhone and iPad support |
Strong iPhone/iPad coverage as part of a broader Meraki networking stack. |
Full iPhone/iPad support with Apple‑focused workflows plus deeper macOS capabilities. |
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Scalability |
Scales within Meraki’s network‑centric model; tied to Meraki hardware and SM EOL timeline. |
Built to scale to very large Apple fleets, independent of network vendor or device count. |
“Will my users lose Wi‑Fi?”
No worries – our experts have you covered. Addigy’s migration workflow is specifically designed to handle Wi‑Fi and certificate changes, so devices stay connected even as you move.
What happens next:
- Addigy maps how your current Wi‑Fi and certificate profiles are tied to Meraki MDM.
- A parallel certificate/SSID setup is created so devices remain online during cutover.
- Apple‑native workflows (including Return to Service where appropriate) are used so shared devices are wiped and reprovisioned safely and quickly.
What’s the plan after Meraki SM?
Addigy for Internal IT teams:
Corporate IT teams have a clear question to answer for leadership: “What replaces Meraki SM for Apple, and how does it fit with the rest of our stack?”
With Addigy, you can:
- Define a durable architecture. Use Addigy for Macs, iPhones, and iPads while running Intune or another platform for Windows, all anchored by your current identity provider.
- Move on your timeline, not in a panic. Start while SM is still supported so Wi‑Fi, certificates, and profiles are transitioned methodically.
- Improve life for your Apple admins. Replace slow, maintenance‑heavy workflows with real‑time automation, deeper macOS control, and better Apple‑specific support.
Addigy for MSPs:
MSPs that recommended Meraki now need a credible, client‑ready answer that aligns with Cisco’s published EoS and EoS dates.
Approach leadership and clients with confidence that you will:
- Replace Meraki’s MDM capabilities for Apple without disrupting Wi‑Fi or daily work.
- “Use Addigy for Apple and keep or improve the existing Windows platform, not rip it out without reason
- De‑prioritize an MDM add‑on in favor of a platform intended to grow with the market, and your business