LaunchPad - The Jamf Admin Meetup

This month’s LaunchPad features Matt Jerome (Sr Engineer for Desktops at Fanatics — manages 1,400 Macs). We’ll cover pre-login onboarding with Jamf Setup Manager and how to use it for light-touch deployments before handing devices to users. 🗓️ When: Friday, Sept 12 · 12 PM MDT 🔗 Sign up free : https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad

Chris Schasse (CEO of Rocketman Tech 🚀) takes a no-fluff look at Jamf’s new Blueprints, Compliance tools, AI features, and why it’s all locked behind Jamf ID. 🎥 Watch the replay: Youtube → https://youtu.be/BCyzHMdLG9E Apple Podcasts → https://launchpad-podcast.podbean.com/e/whats-behind-the-new-jamf-id/ Spotify → https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Srz0hKxZNVb

Join Chris Schasse (you know, the guy steering the Rocketman Tech ship 🚀) for this month’s LaunchPad on Friday, Aug 8 @ noon MDT. We’re talking Blueprints, Compliance, Jamf’s new AI stuff—and why it’s all locked behind Jamf ID. Expect honest takes, a few laughs, and time for live Q&A. 🔗 Sign up free: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad

Join Chris Schasse (you know, the guy steering the Rocketman Tech ship 🚀) for this month’s LaunchPad on Friday, Aug 8 @ noon MDT. We’re talking Blueprints, Compliance, Jamf’s new AI stuff—and why it’s all locked behind Jamf ID. Expect honest takes, a few laughs, and time for live Q&A. 🔗 Sign up free: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad LaunchPad Promo

Hey folks—big thanks to everyone who came to July’s LaunchPad! Tony Young (Akima) broke down the key stuff from WWDC25 that actually matters for Jamf admins. If you missed it, you can still catch the replay here: 📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uhcjohq_6gc 🍎 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wwdc-25-recap-for-jamf-admins/id1668513047?i=1000717011903 🔗 More info: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad-resources

Hey Jamf Admins! Our next LaunchPad Virtual Meetup is happening on Friday, July 11th at 12 PM MDT (GMT-6). We’ll be unpacking the biggest WWDC25 announcements—Liquid Glass, macOS Tahoe, and Apple Intelligence—and focusing on what matters for your Jamf environment. We’ve invited Tony Young (Sr. Mac Ops Engineer @ Akima) to share: Liquid Glass macOS Tahoe Apple Intelligence … and more! Date: Friday, July 11th Time: 12 PM MDT (GMT-6) Register here → https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Looking forward to seeing you there!— Patrick & the Rocketman Tech team

Hi Jamf Nation, Join us tomorrow, Friday May 2nd @12pm Mountain Time, for our monthly Launchpad Meetup! The title says it all... Kevin White, in the house, talking S.U.P.E.R...what more could you ask for? (Besides this post going out a week ago...that's my bad <.< ) Registration here: Launchpad Meetup Registration We're pumped, Kevin's pumped, and you can be pumped too. Warmest regards, Eric P.S. Also, I recommend checking out the Launchpad section of our website: https://www.rocketman.tech/launchpad You can get on the monthly meetup email list to never miss the invite and see the upcoming meetup dates/topics as well. Be sure to both register above AND sign up for the mailing list this month as this months email already went out

Join us tomorrow, Friday May 2nd @12pm Mountain Time, for our monthly Launchpad Meetup! The title says it all... Kevin White, in the house, talking S.U.P.E.R...what more could you ask for? (Besides this post going out a week ago...that's my bad <.< ) Registration here: Launchpad Meetup Registration We're pumped, Kevin's pumped, and you can be pumped too. Warmest regards, Eric P.S. Also, I recommend checking out the Launchpad section of our website: https://www.rocketman.tech/launchpad You can get on the monthly meetup email list to never miss the invite and see the upcoming meetup dates/topics as well. Be sure to both register above AND sign up for the mailing list this month as this months email already went out

Hey all! We’ve created a really cool set of tools that have the potential to make a huge difference in your day to day as a Jamf Admin. It's designed to streamline Jamf Pro workflows and make life easier. Join the official launch & live demo at LaunchPad on March 7 at Noon MST (GMT-7)! Register here - Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! Our next LaunchPad Virtual Meetup is happening on Friday, February 7th at Noon MT (GMT-7), and we’re diving into Jamf Pro 11.3—Jamf’s biggest update since JNUC! We’re teaming up with Matt Woodruff from Jamf to take a deep dive into the latest features, including: Compliance Benchmarks – New security insights and automation Self Service + – More customization and functionality And much more! This is a great chance to explore what’s new and learn how these updates can improve your workflows. Date: Friday, February 7thTime: Noon MT (GMT-7)Register here: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Looking forward to seeing you there! - Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! In case you missed last Friday’s LaunchPad Virtual Meetup, we had a great session diving into macOS Platform Single Sign-On (PSSOe) and how it simplifies secure access for Apple devices. Here’s what we covered: How to deploy PSSOe with Jamf Common misconceptions about what PSSOe provides How Jamf Pro makes deploying secure credentials straightforward We also explored how Microsoft Entra ID and Okta Identity Engine integrate with PSSOe to enhance identity and access management. If you missed it or want to revisit the discussion, check out the recap and resources in the resource blog where you'll find the keynote by Sean, the links to the podcast, Jamf feature requests, and supplemental resources. Thanks to everyone who joined, and we can’t wait to see you at the next LaunchPad! Caleb

Join us this Friday February 3rd for LaunchPad - The monthly Jamf Admin Meetup! REGISTRATION In addition to the Gravity Times, where we bring Apple/Jamf updates, news and rumors down to earth, our illustrious and knowledgeable Dev Ops Engineer, Chad Lawson, will be presenting Shell Games -or- Why Jamf Admins Should Switch to Zsh. Beginning with Catalina (10.15), Apple changed the default login shell from Bash to Zsh. Many admins, ourselves included, have been slow to move to this new shell. Why should we? It turns out there are few advantages to Zsh over Bash. In this session we’ll show off a few ways we’ve been able to leverage Zsh to write better scripts, and even regain some of what we lost when Python went away. Hope to see you there! -Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! Our next LaunchPad Virtual Meetup is happening on Friday, January 10th at Noon MT (GMT-7), and we’re diving into Apple’s Platform Single Sign-On (PSSOe) with @rabbitt, Sr. Consulting Engineer Identity & Access Management. In this session, we’ll cover: How to deploy PSSOe with Jamf Clearing up common misconceptions about what PSSOe provides How Jamf Pro makes deploying secure credentials simple and effective With support for Microsoft Entra ID and Okta Identity Engine, PSSOe is transforming how organizations manage secure access on Apple devices. Whether you’re an expert or just exploring the possibilities, this session has something for you. Date: Friday, January 10thTime: Noon MT (GMT-7)Register here: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Looking forward to seeing you there! Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins, Earlier this fall, Jamf launched the Jamf Concepts website, a great resource for understanding Jamf Pro essentials. Building on that, we’ve kicked off our own Jamf Concepts Series to dive deeper into these tools and how to use them. Our first video focuses on the Mass Update Tool (MUT), which makes managing bulk updates in Jamf Pro a lot easier. It’s perfect for streamlining updates, saving time, and keeping devices compliant. Check out the tutorial here - Caleb p.s. don't forget to register for LaunchPad tomorrow

Hey Jamf Admin, In case you missed our most recent LaunchPad Virtual Meetup, we had an insightful session with @wayne_treadwell , Sr. Security Systems Engineer at Jamf, diving into mobile security in the modern workplace. We covered challenges like remote work, mobile threats, and zero-trust solutions, sharing actionable insights to help admins stay ahead. Catch up on everything with our LaunchPad Resources blog, including: The keynote presentation Key resources Links to the LaunchPad Podcast Check it out here: https ://rkmn .tech /j -launchpad -resources Thanks to everyone who joined, and we're looking forward to seeing you at the next one. Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! Our next LaunchPad Virtual Meetup is coming up on Friday, December 6th at Noon MST, and we’ve got something exciting to share. In addition to our session with @wayne_treadwell, Sr. Security Systems Engineer at Jamf, where we’ll discuss mobile security and the modern workplace, we’ll also be making a special announcement you won’t want to miss! Date: Friday, December 6thTime: 12pm MST (GMT-7)Register here: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Looking forward to seeing you there and sharing the big news! Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! Our next LaunchPad Virtual Meetup is happening on Wednesday, December 6th at 12pm MST (GMT-7). We’re excited to have @wayne_treadwell, Sr. Security Systems Engineer at Jamf, joining us for this one. Remote work and cloud computing are changing the way we work, but they also bring new challenges, especially for mobile devices. With mobile threats and phishing attacks on the rise, it’s more important than ever to secure every device. Wayne will walk us through Jamf’s approach to tackling these challenges with solutions like content filtering, mobile threat defense, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). Together, these tools deliver what Jamf calls Trusted Access, providing strong protection for your mobile workforce. Date: Wednesday, December 6th Time: 12pm MST (GMT-7) Register here: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Looking forward to seeing you there! - Caleb

Hey Jamf admins, We had a really great meetup last Friday with Adam Derrick of Jamf and David Goldberg of Horizon BCBS. They took us through the current state of Jamf App Installers. If you missed it and would like to catch up, or if you were there and can't remember what that link was or specific cool thing, here's the link to the resource blog where you'll find the Keynote, links to the podcast, and other pertinent resources. Looking forward to seeing you all next month! - Caleb

Hey all! Our next LaunchPad is this Friday at noon MDT (GMT-6). We’ve got David Goldberg of BCBS to discuss the real world applications of Jamf App Installer and Software Update. Additionally we’ll have Adam Derrick of Jamf to get into the weeds on all the features App Installer and Software Update! Register here Looking forward to seeing you all there! - Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! We had a great post JNUC meetup last Friday! If you weren't able to make it, definitely check out the resource blog here. It's got the Keynote, links to the Podcast, various links to excellent resources regarding Platform SSO, macOS Security Compliance, No-Code/Low-Code Solutions for Seamless Protection With Jamf School and Jamf Protect, as well as the top 5 presentations (community survey results) from JNUC 2024 plus a few extra presentations we believe you'll benefit from. Hope you find it useful/helpful in your Jamf Admin journey. - Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! We're getting back into the swing of things at Rocketman Tech and part of that swing is LaunchPad - The Jamf Admin Meetup! The Rocketman Tech team will be presenting a JNUC 2024 Recap where we will discuss macOS Sequoia, CIS Compliance, Blueprints, and Platform SSO with Jamf Pro. Date: October 11th, 2024Time: Noon MDT (GMT-6)Register here: https://rkmn.tech/j-launchpad Additionally, we're super curious about everyone's favorite sessions from JNUC last week. If you weren't able to attend this is an excellent opportunity to get your hands on a curated list of the best of the best from JNUC. Survey: https://rkmn.tech/launchpad-survey As always, super stoked to see y'all there! - Caleb

If you missed last week’s LaunchPad Meetup, don’t worry—we'll get you back in the loop. Tom Bridge and Collin Elliott shared some awesome updates on what the Mac Admin Foundation has been up to, plus a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2025. Check out the keynote, podcasts, and all the other resources here. The "other resources" include some pretty cool JNUC specific items: A rundown of LaunchPad attendees and presenters who’ll be at JNUC next month (because you’ll want to connect). All the details on how to win an Apple Vision Pro at our LaunchPad Game Night on October 1st at Nashville’s coolest Barcade, Up Down Nashville. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it. Register to win the Apple Vision Pro here Thanks! - Caleb

Hey Jamf Admins! We're very excited to host Tom Bridge and Collin Elliot from the Mac Admins Foundation this Friday, 9/6/24 at Noon MT. They will be joining us to discuss their 2024 initiatives, including Mac Admin Mentorship, Penn State MacAdmins Sponsorships, Mac Admins Open Source, and much, much more. Looking forward to seeing ya'll there! Register here - Caleb

Hey Mac admins! 🚀 Catch this month’s special LaunchPad session featuring Jamf Experts Chad Lawson and Chris Schasse. Rocketman's Jamf Wizards faced off - sharing the best tips and tricks they use to manage Jamf servers. See who won the contest for best tips, or best hair? Check it out here

Hey Jamf Admins! Join us this Friday, August 2nd, at Noon MST for a special LaunchPad where Jamf Experts Chad Lawson and Chris Schasse will demonstrate their secret strategies for managing Jamf Pro servers. The presentation will conclude with a Q&A where our experts will give a live demonstration of any questions the audience has. Register here Looking forward to seeing y'all there! Caleb