In aviation, every minute and every data point counts. Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) are now the heart of the cockpit, replacing traditional paper flight folders and becoming indispensable tools in the digital transformation of the aeronautical sector. They contain critical flight information such as plans, maps, aircraft manuals, and schedules, allowing pilots and crew to operate safely and efficiently.
Currently, many airlines still configure these tablets manually or with limited tools. This implies hours of work per device, risk of human error, cybersecurity gaps, and accumulated support tickets. IT teams end up dedicating more time to recurring operational emergencies than to improving strategic systems.
At Applivery, we understand that operational continuity depends on every EFB being ready for takeoff. A last-minute failure is not just a technical issue; it translates into taxiway delays, crew pressure, and a real compromise to flight safety.
The real impact: lost time, security risks, and compliance
Imagine an airline with thousands of tablets acting as EFBs. If each device takes over an hour to be ready due to manual setups, the impact is devastating: thousands of productive hours are diluted in repetitive tasks without strategic value.
Beyond time, other risks multiply without efficient management:
Security standards and certifications: failure to prove each tablet meets corporate policies and audits (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIS2).
Aeronautical regulatory risks: non-compliance with FAA or EASA regulations, risking certifications.
Exposure of critical data: unprotected sensitive flight information and credentials if a device is compromised.
Privacy violations (GDPR): data protection breaches due to unauthorized apps or personal accounts.
The future of aviation device management with Applivery
Applivery is an intuitive and reliable device management platform that ensures EFBs are always ready, secure, and compliant. By centralizing control, your airline transforms reactive management into a proactive, automated operation.
With Applivery, IT teams can deploy key capabilities:
Zero-Touch provisioning: automatic enrollment allows devices to be ready from the first power-on, without even opening the box.
Corporate information shielding: automatic restriction of personal accounts to protect sensitive data.
Unified real-time management: monitoring all devices via a single dashboard.
Critical security standardization: applying encryption, automatic locks, and strong password policies.
Operational scalability: efficiently managing thousands of devices without increasing operational costs.
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Case study: EFBs in a leading Latin American airline
A major Latin American airline operating over 1,600 EFBs faced manual configuration cycles of 1 hour and 20 minutes per device. This model led to security blind spots, personal profile usage, and poor traceability.
By centralizing management with Applivery, operational efficiency was transformed across four pillars:
- Zero-Touch enrollment: total integration with Apple Business Manager.
- Deployment optimization: configuration time reduced to just 15 minutes per device.
- Technical talent recovery: savings of over 1,650 man-hours per year (206 working days).
- Direct financial impact: cost reduction of approximately $24,750 USD in dedicated technical time.
The results were clear: pilots now have reliable tools from minute one, and IT has cleared hundreds of support hours, ensuring a more robust and protected operation.
Implementing Applivery MDM goes beyond adopting a technical tool; it is about saving time, protecting critical information, and freeing up the IT team for tasks that truly drive the business forward. With automated deployment, the hours spent on configuration and troubleshooting are drastically reduced, allowing technical talent to focus on strategic improvements, data analysis, and innovation.
Security is guaranteed through centralized policies and access controls that shield corporate EFB data, ensuring full compliance with FAA/EASA regulations and data protection standards. This framework translates into operational continuity, reliability, and peace of mind for the entire organization.
Crew members receive devices that simply work, reducing delays and errors. The result is a powerful ecosystem: a more robust operation, a more efficient IT team, and executives who trust that the airline can fly without setbacks.
The co-pilot your IT team needs
Centralizing EFB control allows technology to work for the airline, not the other way around. By eliminating manual processes with Applivery, we ensure a fleet that is always updated, aligned with critical regulations, and operating with a significantly lower margin of error.
If you want your IT team to stop solving repetitive problems and focus on making your operation fly higher, discover how Applivery can transform your airline’s device management by requesting a demo today.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does Applivery reduce EFB configuration time from 80 minutes to just 15?
The reduction is achieved through Zero-Touch Provisioning integrated with Apple Business Manager (ABM) or Android Enterprise. Instead of IT staff manually installing apps and security certificates on each device, Applivery automatically pushes all configurations, navigation apps, and flight manuals over-the-air (OTA) the moment the device is first powered on. This eliminates the need for manual "staging" and physical handling of each tablet.
Can Applivery ensure EFB compliance with FAA and EASA regulations?
Yes. Applivery allows airlines to enforce strict security policies that meet FAA and EASA digital documentation requirements. This includes mandatory data encryption, OS version control, and Kiosk Mode, which restricts the device to authorized flight applications only.
Additionally, the platform provides real-time audit logs and reporting, making it easier to demonstrate compliance during safety inspections or data protection audits (such as GDPR or NIS2).
What happens to EFB security if a device is lost or stolen?
Applivery provides a comprehensive security shield for lost hardware. IT administrators can instantly remotely lock or wipe the device to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive flight data.
Furthermore, by enforcing corporate-only profiles and restricting personal accounts, the risk of data leakage is minimized. Since the devices are supervised, even a factory reset will not remove the MDM management, rendering the device useless to unauthorized users.
