**How to successfully transition your business to Mac: Why it’s worth it**
If you’re considering moving your business to Mac, you’re on the right track. According to a recent global report, one in five businesses will switch to Mac this year, while a Parallels survey found that more than half of small and medium-sized businesses are switching to Mac.
But what are the real benefits of Mac, and how easy and affordable is it to make the switch? With the help of iStore Business, South Africa’s leading Apple Enterprise solutions provider, let’s look at a business case to help you with this transition.
One: argument for a smooth transition
Switching from PC to Mac is easy. Using Mac Migration Assistant, you can securely transfer your contacts, calendars, email accounts and more from your Windows PC during setup. Once installed, your Mac is ready for business, with a range of powerful, easy-to-use productivity and creativity applications, such as Pages for word processing, Numbers for spreadsheets, and Keynote for presentations.
Two: argument for optimal performance
Forty years ago, Apple revolutionized personal computing with the introduction of the Mac. Now, time for the new generation of MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. M Series Macs feature the revolutionary Apple Silicon System on a Chip (SoC), which integrates multiple components for optimal efficiency.
The result is a breakthrough in speed, performance, memory management, machine learning, and multitasking power.
Three: argument for compatibility
If your business uses Microsoft Office, don’t let that hold you back. Mac supports it.
Mac is fully compatible with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Cloud, Zoom, Teams, and thousands of other industry-standard apps.
You can even run Windows on a Mac using virtualization software. Or you can work with Apple’s own productivity apps – Pages, Numbers and Keynote – and export your documents to other formats with ease.
Four: argument for longevity
With their lightweight yet durable unibody aluminum construction, Macs are designed to be used on the go. And when you’re on the move, in transit, or in the field, the last thing you want to worry about is your battery dying.
So don’t worry. Thanks to intelligent power management and unique component integration on Apple’s all-in-one chip, a Mac can last up to 22 hours on a single charge. This should be more than enough to get you through the day and track your own energy levels.
Five: argument for security
When it comes to the security and integrity of your valuable data, Mac keeps an eye on it, with robust security features that protect against intrusions, guard against malware, and encrypt and protect your data from unauthorized access .
That’s why, in a Jamf survey, more than three-quarters of organizations ranked Mac as the most secure computing platform, right out of the box.
Even if your Mac is lost or stolen, you can protect it remotely using Find My Mac and Activation Lock. Your business is your business. Mac makes sure it stays that way.
Six: Argument for Value and ROI
Macs are here to stay. That’s thanks to their superior construction, integration of hardware and software components, and years of system updates and support. In the long run, Macs also represent better value for money.
The upfront costs of deploying Macs in an enterprise are offset by much lower per-device costs for software, support and daily operations, a Forrester report says.
On this basis, a Mac costs almost R16,000 less than a PC over a typical three-year life cycle. Additionally, Macs retain significant residual value, with some organizations not needing to replace their devices until more than five years of use.
Seven: argument for accessibility
With flexible financing from iStore Business, switching to Mac has never been easier. This is even more so if you opt for the Professional Rental program, which offers 90 days of free support and the ability to trade in your old devices to reduce your monthly payments.
Leasing removes the need for an upfront investment, and you can extend or upgrade at the end of the 24-month contract.
All iStore Business rentals include installation, delivery, technical support and warranty. It’s the most affordable way to update your business with Mac.
Eight: argument for a risk-free trial
If you still need convincing, try this: iStore Business offers a risk-free purchase and trial option, which lets you try a Mac of your choice for 60 days. This includes free technical support and a user training session.
If you’re not completely satisfied that Mac will positively change the way you do business, you can return your Mac for a full refund.
That’s how confident iStore Business is that you and your team will fall in love with Mac!
For more information on tailored solutions from iStore Business, please visit [https://www.istore.co.za/business](https://www.istore.co.za/business).
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