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BlackBerry UEM
 and 
AppCentral

Do you have a question about 
AppCentral
 and 
BlackBerry UEM
? The information here can help you find answers.
Questions
Answers
Does 
BlackBerry UEM
 include enterprise app store functions comparable to 
AppCentral
Yes. 
BlackBerry UEM
 has comprehensive enterprise app store and app distribution capabilities that are fully integrated with other EMM functions. You can manage apps for directory or local users for all devices type including BYOD and corporate liable. You can create app groups that can be assigned to users, user groups, or device groups, making app management more efficient and consistent in your organization.
App management features include integrated app store search, ability to set apps as optional or required, ability to monitor app installation using compliance rules, support for 
Apple
's Volume Purchase Program, creation of restricted app lists, user access to a work app catalog on devices, and creation of app categories, user ratings, and reviews. For more information on managing apps in 
BlackBerry UEM
, see the Apps content in the 
BlackBerry UEM
 Adminstration Guide
.
What is the transition path from AppCentral to 
BlackBerry UEM
?
AppCentral
 has been decommissioned. If a device has a VPP license that was assigned through 
AppCentral
 and you activate the device on 
BlackBerry UEM
, it will consume two VPP licenses for the same application. Contact BlackBerry Technical Support for assistance. 
Can 
BlackBerry UEM
 co-exist with AppCentral?
AppCentral
 has been decommissioned. For information on managing apps in 
BlackBerry UEM
, see the Apps content in the 
BlackBerry UEM
 Adminstration Guide
.