LIDS Mobile for iOS - distribution
Application is available on App Store under App Name: LIDS Mobile https://apps.apple.com/app/lids-mobile/id1576312725
It's marked as private. Can be deployed two possible ways - using TestFlight or Apple Business Manager.Publishing the app in both distribution systems requires approval by Apple.
TestFlight
This way should be used for internal testing only. Expiration preiod for a version in TestFlight is 90 days. The installation is allowed for particular Apple user accounts. Individual accounts are organized in groups in TestFlight. Particular version is allowed for specified groups. Management of groups is done by Asseco CE development. Currently the access to LIDS Mobile is managed using three groups - internal development, implementation partners, external customers.
Apple Business Manager
This way can be used for end-user distribution. Organization ID is necessary. All devices using the organization ID can install the app, depending on the company policy. Management of allowed organization IDs for LIDS Mobile distribution is done by Asseco CE development.
How to get Organization ID for Apple Business Manager
- can be obtained for free
- has to be approved by Apple
- company needs to acquire DUNS number https://support.dnb.com/?cust=appleabm
- more details https://www.apple.com/business/docs/site/Apple_Business_Manager_Getting_Started_Guide.pdf