The D-U-N-S®️ Number plays a crucial role in ensuring business credibility, compliance, and fraud prevention within Apple’s Developer Program. Learn how this unique identifier helps companies stand out and thrive in the digital ecosystem.
The D-U-N-S®️ Number plays a crucial role in ensuring business credibility, compliance, and fraud prevention within Apple’s Developer Program. Learn how this unique identifier helps companies stand out and thrive in the digital ecosystem.
The Apple Developer Program is widely utilized by global application developers and software engineers to release software on all Apple-supported platforms. It comprises a membership scheme that allows subscribers to access the tools, resources, and support needed to develop and distribute applications.
In essence, this program enables companies to access a comprehensive suite of services, including application distribution, beta software, technical support, advanced capabilities, and security frameworks. An important requirement for registering in the Apple Developer Program is the Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S® Number.
How the D-U-N-S® Number Facilitates the Apple Developer Program
The D-U-N-S® Number assists Apple in countless ways, allowing the global tech giant to verify and authenticate companies. Here are a few ways in which Apple uses the D-U-N-S® Number:
Business Verification
The D-U-N-S® Number helps Apple verify and confirm the legal identity of a business. It ensures that only legitimate businesses enter the Apple Developer Program, maintaining the integrity of the platform.
Global Recognition
Renowned globally for verifying business identities, the D-U-N-S® Number is utilized by government departments and Fortune 500 companies alike, providing a consistent and reliable way to identify companies.
Symbol of Trust and Credibility
Owning a D-U-N-S® Number adds credibility to an organization by showing that it is a trusted entity. This helps Apple maintain a high level of trust and security within its ecosystem.
Compliance
The D-U-N-S® Number ensures that a business complies with various legal and regulatory requirements. It holds businesses accountable for their apps on the App Store, ensuring that they meet Apple’s stringent standards.
Fraud Prevention
The D-U-N-S® Number helps Apple prevent deceptive entries into the Apple Developer Program, protecting both developers and users from fraud.
What is a D-U-N-S® Number?
The Data Universal Numbering System (D-U-N-S® Number) is a nine-digit identifier that acts as a unique identifier for businesses, helping them stand out by establishing an exclusive identity. This unique identity, housed within the Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud, distinguishes the company from all others.
Primarily used as the starting point for a company’s Live Business Identity, the D-U-N-S® Number supports businesses in evaluating potential partners and securing new contracts. It is often used by lenders and stakeholders to predict a company’s reliability and financial stability, acting as a gateway to business growth.
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