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The title pretty much sums what I am looking for - will consider commercial solutions as well. Far from versed in the whole OS X "ecosystem" - therefore, any "tips" on this subject, appreciated.

Cross-platform compatibility not a requirement.

Thank you.

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    Try to ask this rather on http://softwarerecs.stackexchange.com/. [downvote is not mine] – TLama Mar 20 '14 at 17:40

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The old way was to use Apple's PackageMaker app. It's been deprecated in Xcode 5 however. You can still find it on Apple's Developer site -- I believe it's included in the Auxiliary Tools package (more info). Personally, I still use it for production releases. Yes, it's scriptable.

The new way is to use pkgbuild, productbuild, and the other tools included in Xcode 5. More info here:

Making OS X Installer Packages like a Pro - Xcode Developer ID ready pkg

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  • Thank you for taking time to respond. Do I understand correctly that I am bound to Apple's offering, then? – elder elder Mar 20 '14 at 18:27
  • @elderelder Take a look at the last second answer [here](http://stackoverflow.com/questions/11487596/making-os-x-installer-packages-like-a-pro-xcode4-developer-id-mountain-lion-re). I've never used it, but it look neat and has quite a few votes. It's the only non-Apple installer option I've heard of. – martinez314 Mar 20 '14 at 18:43
  • Saw it in the mean time. Again, I appreciate your effort. – elder elder Mar 20 '14 at 18:55