A corporate publication notes that KAMAZ restricts the use of Apple devices for official work. The notice appears in Vesti Kamaz and reflects a formal policy decision.
According to the order signed by the General Director of KAMAZ PJSC, Sergey Kogogin, company employees are prohibited from using electronic devices produced by Apple for official purposes. The directive clearly defines the scope of the ban across device categories and usage scenarios.
The prohibition covers a wide range of Apple devices, including smartphones, watches, tablets, laptops, desktops, and other equipment from the brand. Under the rule, such devices should not operate with corporate SIM cards, and the company’s information systems will no longer be accessible from Apple devices. The aim is to ensure consistency with security and compliance standards across the organization.
The decision is framed around concerns about information protection, with the policy emphasizing reliability and risk considerations related to the brand. The guidance implies a preference for devices that align with KAMAZ’s security architecture and data protection requirements for official operations.
Earlier statements from state bodies show a similar trend. The Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Rostec, the Federal Air Transport Agency, and Russian Railways have all announced restrictions on using iPhone devices for official purposes, signaling a broader shift in public sector technology choices.
Analysts have weighed in on the trajectory of this kind of technology policy. Eldar Murtazin, a leading analyst at Mobile Research Group, suggested that ministries and government agencies in Russia may continue to move away from American hardware and software for official work, pointing to strategic considerations about security and control over information ecosystems.
These developments come amid ongoing conversations about digital security, government procurement, and the role of foreign tech in critical sectors. Observers note that changes at large corporations often parallel public-sector trends, with organizations seeking to minimize risk and align devices with internal security frameworks. In this environment, policy shifts can influence vendor ecosystems and the availability of enterprise features across different platforms.
Earlier reports highlighted concerns about cybersecurity risks, including the possibility that many user passwords could be compromised rapidly. While the exact context of such claims varies, the broader takeaway remains clear: organizations are prioritizing controls, verification, and secure configurations to protect sensitive information and operational continuity.