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Apple in Government

Apple in Local Government

Discover how Apple technology can help government agencies do their best work.

Apple devices provide a combination of security, manageability, and user-friendly features that can enhance the operational efficiency of UK government agencies.

Through the robust security features built into the devices, including encryption and secure boot processes, they are perfect for the high-security standards required for handling sensitive government information. And with Apple devices seamlessly integrating with popular productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office and other third-party applications, they can easily be integrated into existing systems within your organisation.

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Why Local Councils are Adopting Apple Technology

Apple technology empowers employees in local government to work more efficiently and securely, whether they are in the office or in the field.
Its user-friendly design and seamless integration with essential productivity tools help reduce training time and streamline daily tasks.

Of employees agree they could not do their job
as effectively without being able to use a Mac1

Increase in deployment efficiency
after switching to Mac2

Of those who previously used a PC for work experienced
fewer issues now that they use a Mac1

Two government workers using an iPad to assess budgets.

Employee Productivity

By rethinking how employees do their best work and giving them the right tools to do so, local councils can help their employees to be more productive and more efficient. Apple devices are easy to use, deploy and manage at scale.

Apple solutions are secure and reliable, offering a variety of powerful built-in tools and apps that allow employees to work to their full potential, no matter where they are.

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Affordability

It’s easier than ever to bring Apple products into your workplace with innovative financing options from Apple Financial Services. Get the products and services you need, when you need them.

Apple Financial Services keeps your costs low by accounting for the high residual value of Apple devices up front. Flexible upgrades give you complete control of your refresh cycle. And with clear and straightforward terms, the experience is simple and friendly.

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A Government worker using Mac and iPhone to complete their work.
Government worker using the mobility of Mac to to enhance productivity and work while on the move.

The Sustainable Choice

UK Governments are committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, with many setting targets for 2030. Apple devices are designed with sustainability in mind, using recycled and renewable materials and clean energy, enabling local government organisations to give employees the tools to succeed whilst enabling them to reach their sustainability goals.

Our work with Apple Financial Services and recycle scheme ensures your organisation is able to keep your technology up to date, and prevents older devices from being irresponsibly discarded.

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Protect Sensitive Data in your Government Organisation

Security and privacy are critical for local government and public sector organisations handling sensitive data. Apple devices come equipped with advanced, built-in security features and robust privacy controls, allowing your organisation to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats while maintaining compliance with data protection regulations.

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Local Government employee working on their iPad remotely in a coffee shop.

Upgrade to Apple Silicon in your Local  
Government Organisation

Choose from a wide range of Mac and iPad devices to allow your employees to do their best work,
whether they’re in the office or working remotely.

  • Mac
  • iPad
MacBook Air 13-inch - M3 Chip - Starlight

MacBook Air 15-inch

The super portable, blazing-fast MacBook Air with M3 sails through the most demanding workloads. It securely runs the apps you use every day, like Microsoft 365, Slack and Zoom, so you can get more done faster.

MacBook Pro 14-inch w/ M3 chip - Space Grey

MacBook Pro 14-inch

The 14-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3, an incredibly advanced chip that brings serious speed and capability to deliver next-level
performance for businesses.

MacBook Pro 16-inch - M3 Pro Max - Space Black

MacBook Pro 16-inch

The 16-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3 Pro and M3 Max, radically advanced chips that bring massive performance and capabilities for the most extreme business workflows.

Mac Studio & Studio Display

Mac Studio & Studio Display

Mac Studio — embraced by businesses and pro studios everywhere — delivers extraordinary
power with the M2 Max chip or the
boundary-breaking
M2 Ultra chip.

iMac 24-inch M3

iMac

iMac. The world’s best all-in-one desktop computer for business, now supercharged by the M3 chip. With a stunning 24-inch display3 in an iconic design and best-in-class camera, mics and speakers, iMac is perfect for productivity.

Mac Mini M2

Mac Mini

Mac mini with the M2 and M2 Pro chips packs the power businesses need to handle the most complex and intense tasks. From expansive spreadsheets to graphics-rich presentations, M2 makes work fly. With M2 Pro, computing power-intensive tasks are faster than ever.

iPad Pro 13-inch

iPad Pro 13-inch

The new iPad Pro is impossibly thin, featuring outrageous performance with the Apple M4 chip, a breakthrough Ultra Retina XDR display,
superfast Wi-Fi 6E4 and 5G,5 and compatibility
with essential apps like Microsoft 365 and
Google Workspace.

iPad Air 11-inch

iPad Air 11-inch

The redesigned 11-inch iPad Air is supercharged by the incredibly fast Apple M2 chip.6 It features a stunning Liquid Retina display, a new landscape camera perfect for FaceTime and video calls, superfast Wi-Fi 6E4 and 5G,5 and compatibility with essential apps like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.

iPad - 10th Gen

iPad (10th Generation)

Colorfully reimagined and more capable than ever. The redesigned iPad has the powerful A14 Bionic chip to seamlessly run essential apps and multitask with ease.It’s easy to create and collaborate on the immersive 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display7
and all-screen design.

iPad Mini A17 Pro

iPad mini. Hello, Apple Intelligence.

iPad mini. Built for Apple Intelligence.8 It’s incredibly portable and powerful, featuring the ultra-fast A17 Pro chip and an 8.3 inch Liquid Retina display.9 And it works with Apple Pencil Pro, so you can study, work, play and create from anywhere.

Apple Intelligence coming December 2024.

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How to Procure via Frameworks

Find a Framework

Browse frameworks that we are part of, check eligibility
and find compliant solutions that suit
your public sector organisation.

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Contact us to learn more about how much time, money and energy your organisation can save through purchasing via frameworks.

Next Steps

Our team of technical experts can provide ongoing support with your Apple estate, wifi, network, Windows PCs, Chrome or other tech.

Sync Frameworks

ICT Solutions 2023 Digital Technology Framework Agreement (ComIT 3 – Complete IT 3)

Health Trust Europe

Eligible sectors:
Local Gov
Central Gov
NDPB
Defence
Health
Blue Light

Single Lot/Contract

Sync Frameworks

Technology Products and Services 2 (TePAS 2)

Crown Commercial Services (CCS)

Eligible sectors:
Local Gov
Central Gov
NDPB
Defence
Health
Blue Light

Lot 3 – Software
Lot 6 – Education Technology (was RM6103)
Lot 8 – Technology Catalogue (was RM6147)

Sync Frameworks

ICT Hardware and Peripheral Equipment

Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC)

Eligible sectors:
Local Gov
Central Gov
NDPB
Defence
Health
Blue Light

Lot 4 – Apple Solutions

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1Source: Jamf – Global Survey: Mac in the Enterprise (2019)

2Source: Apple – https://www.apple.com/uk/business/enterprise/success-stories/manufacturing/want-want/#:~:text=Happier%20employees.&text=IT%20experienced%20a%2075%20per,Mac%20after%20switching%20from%20PC.

3Actual diagonal screen measurement is 23.5 inches.

4Wi Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported.

5Data plan required. 5G is available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/ipad/cellular.

6The display has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the 11-inch iPad Air is 10.86 inches. Actual viewable area is less.

7The display has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPad 10.9-inch screen is 10.86 inches. Actual viewable area is less.

8Apple Intelligence will be available in beta on iPad mini (A17 Pro) and iPad models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to US English, as an iPadOS 18 update in December 2024. Some features and additional languages will be coming over the course of the next year.

9The display has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the 8.3-inch iPad mini is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less.

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