Microsoft Intune Reviews

We are using Intune for managing endpoint devices with zero-trust principles. The devices are not domain-connected because most people work from home. We do not trust these computers, so we use Intune to deploy and enforce policies related to updates, software installation, and management of admin users.

When we are using Microsoft products on mobile devices, we are using Intune to enforce policies on them.

Our usage is very simple. We are using Intune to manage devices that we do not trust. We are using Windows 365, and we install all applications only on these virtual PCs in the cloud. We do not have anything on endpoint devices. Not even a simple document can be downloaded there. We just have an access point to Windows 365 machines in the cloud. We are a financial company. There are not too many enterprise applications that we can use. We prefer to use zero trust. This means no there is no data on company devices at all. It is only on the cloud machines. It is easier to control one perimeter than 10,000 or 20,000 machines. We can reduce the attack surface in this way.

Intune increases the productivity of our IT team. 

There is a reduced cost of ownership and management. We do not need a lot of additional training. Administrators can share roles because its interface is similar to other Microsoft solutions. With one or two days of training, administrators can start working with it. There are a lot of Windows specialists in the market.

We work completely in a Microsoft environment. Its interface is similar to other Microsoft solutions that we are using such as Microsoft Defender. So far, for our administrators, it is easy to use. 

At the moment, we need more flexibility. We have some offices migrating to Windows 11 remotely. Sometimes, it is difficult to manage image installation because we have to collect some information before starting image deployment. Currently, Intune cannot collect the information needed for deploying new images.

We have been using Microsoft Intune for three years. I also used it for two years in my previous work.

Intune is a stable product with no significant issues. We have standardized hardware. We do not have a wide variety of endpoints.

Intune is quite scalable. We started with 3,000 machines, and we now manage 15,000 machines. Our endpoints will probably grow.

I have not interacted with Microsoft technical support personally, but I was satisfied with their support in my previous company.

Positive

I have not used any other solution in my current company.

We are using the public cloud for access, but everything is closed. There is no public access to infrastructure. Access is only through the cloud. There is no VPN or any other way.

I was involved in the security assessment in the beginning. The initial setup was quite easy because we did not look for very complicated functions. We did face some issues with the multi-user mode but resolved them. It took us about a month.

It requires maintenance. You have to review regular policies and adjust policies when something changes in the environment or you deploy new applications. Its maintenance is mostly done in-house. Only in a very complicated situation, we involve a third-party consultant.

We performed the deployment with the assistance of a third-party consulting company, not resellers. Three engineers from our team were involved.

Cost is not my department, but the product is included in the E5 license that we already pay for every user, so no additional cost is incurred.

We have not evaluated other options because Microsoft Intune is included in our E5 licensing. I would prefer to use the VMware solution, but that is not possible because Intune is included with our existing license. Buying any other solution will result in additional costs.

I recommend doing thorough homework and testing everything in a test environment. After ensuring that everything works fine, proceed with the final deployment.

It is not the best solution. It requires a bit more effort in management, but it works. It is not so flexible, but considering it is free for us, it is okay.

We are doing experiments with Copilot to see how we can use it. For some users, it is deployed, and we will be testing it actively. We are mainly using it to make emails, presentations, and documents better for the end users who will read them. We are an international company, and English is not the primary language for 99% of people. Copilot makes the documents more readable. We have not yet tested Copilot in Intune for security functions. We have SIEM and other security tools for insights. At the moment, we do not have a big need to start experimenting with Copilot in Intune. After we finish with the end-user use cases, we can switch focus on daily operations for IT teams.

Intune has not helped us consolidate vendors because we do the installation on the cloud. On endpoints, we have nothing.

I would rate Intune a seven out of ten because it is not so flexible.

Public Cloud

With Microsoft Intune, I can leverage all platforms including Mac, Linux, Android, and Windows, especially Windows and Android. Our organization uses the Windows environment and Android applications on Android operating systems, so Microsoft Intune is ideal for us.

I have experience with Jamf Pro and Microsoft Intune. Both Jamf and Microsoft Intune are separate products. When comparing Microsoft Intune to Jamf, Microsoft Intune is superior. Jamf is only for the Mac environment, however, with Microsoft Intune, I can leverage all platforms including Mac, Linux, Android, and Windows.

Sometimes as per our expectations as an IT person and decision-maker, I want to implement certain policies and spread them to all devices enrolled in Microsoft Intune. However, implementing some policies is not possible. For example, with BYOD enrollment, I install the Microsoft Intune application and enroll the machine. Once completed, I attempt to implement the BitLocker policy. Currently, BitLocker does not support BYOD enrollment, which is a product limitation.

We face multiple scenarios where IT decision-makers request specific policy implementations, however, due to product limitations, we cannot fulfill these requests. The limitation primarily affects BYOD enrollment and personally owned devices. While it works well with corporate devices, we cannot enforce multiple policies on BYOD and personal devices.

As per the customer perspective, some changes are needed as product limitations can be restrictive.

For example, with Teams, I am currently using the application in my company for communication. One of my clients in Europe uses Google Workspace, not Teams. When sending meeting links between platforms, synchronization issues occur. If they use Google Workspace and G-meet, they cannot open Teams meeting links directly. They need to open it in a separate browser or install additional software. Better integration between these platforms would be beneficial.

I have been using Microsoft Intune for the last two years.

Overall, the stability is good, although I occasionally face challenges. During those times, I raise a concern ticket with a Microsoft representative, and someone from the team helps resolve the issue.

Support overall is good. 

Sometimes we want extra features and capabilities. When I raise a ticket regarding these requests, someone from the team informs me that it is a product limitation and we must wait for potential backend changes to enable such functionality.

Positive

I am already working with both Jamf Pro and Microsoft Intune. In Microsoft Intune, both Jamf and Intune are separate products. When comparing Microsoft Intune to Jamf, Microsoft Intune is superior. Jamf is only for the Mac environment.

The setup is straightforward. From the portal itself, if I purchase the licenses from the partner, I will inform my partner who will raise it for me. If I purchase from Microsoft directly via credit or debit card, I can raise the ticket from the Microsoft Intune portal.

The pricing is more costly compared to existing players in the market.

I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten. 

I have concerns regarding Microsoft Intune. It needs to reshape features. In Office 365, I also have concerns that need to be addressed. 

Our main use case for Microsoft Intune is patching. We use Microsoft Intune for patching, specifically Windows patching.

The user experience of Microsoft Intune is quite good because there's not much disturbance in the background; it's just running in the background.

The most valuable features of Microsoft Intune include remote updates. The update runs in the background, so there's no need in most cases to go on-site to do it.

Based on my experience and my team's feedback, one thing that could be better in Microsoft Intune is the file size, as it is quite large at times. Sometimes the file size is too large. The space taken on some hard disks may be too large for the patches that run on them, as we're limiting all these local storage to encourage our users to store on OneDrive rather than on local drives.

For additional functionality, I suggest that Microsoft could expand on asset management. Since the platform is there, they could develop it into a full-fledged asset management system.

I've been working with Microsoft Intune for around a year.

It's stable. I would rate the stability of Microsoft Intune a nine out of ten.

Technical support from Microsoft is quite good, especially because we subscribe to the premium services.

We are currently working with a hybrid deployment model. It's a hybrid because our Active Directory is still on-premises, but other services are online.

As for advanced Endpoint Analytics in the Microsoft Intune Suite, we are still working on it. We only completed the implementation for the basic functions at the end of last year. We are moving in stages.

I'm not sure about the pricing of Microsoft Intune because I didn't buy it. My team members bundled it together with their Microsoft solutions, including Microsoft 365 and related products.

I haven't used different solutions similar to Microsoft Intune or made any comparisons with other products at the moment. In the past, the nearest solution would be BigFix, but you cannot compare it to Microsoft Intune because BigFix was an older system, and you needed more technical knowledge to run it. You needed to know how to do scripting and related tasks.

If they could also make Microsoft Intune a full-fledged asset management system, it would be the best.

I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten.

We are a Microsoft vendor, not an Intune user. I have deployed Intune for several customers who use this product for business. Our clients use Intune for device management and data security, which gives them control over end-user devices.

Previously, we used a device manager and had a local Active Directory. However, most of our SME customers do not have a local Active Directory set up in their organization that allows them to control their devices. Intune does not require any local AD. It's a cloud application. We can directly join the user devices to the cloud, and the organization manages them. We have enterprise customers and also SMBs, but most of our clients have less than 100 users. 

One of my Indian clients previously had all their devices at the workplace. None of the devices were joined to an Active Directory, so they had to install applications on each device individually. With the help of Intune, we could push the applications to all the portal users simultaneously. 

We have to create a group, assign an application to it, and automatically install it on the user's devices. We also apply the company logo and desktop wallpaper via Intune, which a tech user can change. We can also find the exact location of the devices where the user is sitting.

We also have the option to enroll hybrid devices with Intune. We can enroll users'  devices and separate work and personal data. The devices on the local Active Directory can be joined to Intune. 

Privilege identity management helps. Let's say someone is a company administrator for five to ten days. We can create a dual administrator role for that user for seven days. I can create a PIM role and assign it to the user for seven days, after which the role will be deleted automatically. 

Intune provides routine management of user devices. Once the device is not enrolled in any domain or Active Directory, the IT person must delete every user device to change anything. Intune can work on all those things. That device can be updated and marked as non-compliant. If someone is using Windows 7 or a version of Windows that has been deprecated, we can restrict Windows 7's user ability to log in to the work environment. We can control all this over the admin panel.

If we scale 10 to 50 percent, where new customers manage all their devices. After enrolling all the devices, this work can be done with only one or two people, saving the organization money.

The best part of Intune is device control. If we need to block a user from opening something in their organization's system, we can do it from Intune. If we want to restrict the movement of an organization's data to prevent users from copying the data into Outlook, WhatsApp, or their personal Gmail, we can limit that via Intune. It secures all corporate data.

If they share the data with someone outside the organization, that external person cannot see it until an analyst provides them with access or creates a policy. 

The user experience is good. Users are happy that Intune is managing their work devices. In addition to Windows devices, we can control iOS and other mobile devices. There are good features for managing mobile devices. Work data is stored in different containers, making it easier for users to find their work data. 

In the case of application deployment, we have more services like application updates and patches that can be implemented from the Intune portal. We do not need to outsource these tasks to the device user.

We are currently unable to control aspects of group policy from Teams like we can for GPO. They are still not part of Intune. Microsoft is adding this, but it's currently in preview, and few GPO features have been added to the product. 

I have worked on Intune for the last two years. 

Intune is a stable solution with a lot of capabilities. Most customers who are moving to Intune are also exploring the capabilities of the cloud. 

I rate Intune seven out of 10 for scalability.

I rate Microsoft support eight out of 10. Microsoft is good, but Intune support is delayed compared to other products. If I make a support ticket on the Intune portal, I get a reply after one or two days. For Exchange or SharePoint, I get a response after an hour, but Intune takes a minimum of a day. 

Positive

One product we can compare Intune with is Jamf Pro. Intune has limitations when managing Mac devices. You can enforce fewer policies because Apple has its own hardware and software. There are lots of limitations of control. Most of my clients use Intune for Windows and Android devices, but Jamf Pro if they have Mac devices.

Deploying Intune is a little complex but not too complicated. At the time of deployment, there is much work to do to join a device to Intune. We have to create a new Windows profile and make users log into the enabled Windows profile. We need to configure all the Office applications and copy users from one to another. It takes 30 to 40 minutes on a single device. 

Intune requires some maintenance, but the customer performs the maintenance once we implement it. We support the customers with issues while they are enrolling the device.

I rate Intune five out of 10 for pricing. It's expensive. 

I rate Intune 10 out of 10. I recommend Intune to every organization that wants to secure user data and control endpoint devices. It can manage other platforms on the market. Google has device management software, but it doesn't have the same scope as Intune. 

It's cost-efficient and cheaper than the other device management and third-party applications available. Intune can control most things, especially Windows devices. Intune has the best compatibility with Microsoft Windows.

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure

The main use cases for Microsoft Intune are to manage all types of devices, especially Windows.

The selling points for Microsoft Intune are very good. You don't have to enroll the devices, however, you can still push an app through some policy and with a few restrictions. If you want to push one single app to end-user devices, once you push it, you can also push it along with the security that they cannot copy your data or misuse it. This is one of the key benefits.

Microsoft Intune can be used with co-management. There are clients who don't fully want to go with Microsoft Intune as they are already spending with SCCM or other platforms. They want to partially transition into Microsoft Intune, then later fully transition into it. That's when the co-management works, and that feature is available in Microsoft Intune.

The user experience of Microsoft Intune is good. It's a very old tool, and many engineers are available in the market. There are multiple knowledge articles and videos about this tool. The user experience is good since users understand their path and how to proceed. If users understand that, it's easy for them. In that way, it deserves ten out of ten as users know how to work on this tool.

Everything has remained the same in terms of Enterprise Application Management in Microsoft Intune. App discovery still requires user initiation for installation, whereas auto-installations occur silently and remain on the device screen.

The PKI tool is cloud-based, and they are doing excellent work. In terms of complexity, they reduce the task. You cannot keep giving certificates to all the devices one by one, and the PKI tool handles that. They provide the certificate and stamp on it for the device seamlessly, so you never know the device is secured with this type of certificate.

The granular support for other device types in Microsoft Intune could be improved. Microsoft Intune works well with Windows, however, we are not as well-suited for Mac devices. If you're looking to support Mac, consider other products such as AirWatch or Jamf. MobileIron is not that effective. That said, Jamf is good for Mac. Microsoft Intune offers numerous features for Windows, allowing for substantial customization; however, for Mac, it lacks this capability.

In the next releases of Microsoft Intune, a feature to renew the certificate automatically would be beneficial. Currently, for Wi-Fi certificates, we need to do it manually, which can cause most devices to disconnect and reconnect, resulting in big issues for clients facing connectivity problems. The renewal should happen automatically, and that is something they need to work on.

I have been working with Microsoft Intune for approximately five to six years.

Microsoft Tech Support is good, providing solid support. That said, it often depends on the representative. There are levels of support; level two and level three offer great assistance, while level one primarily collects data and doesn't provide as great of support.

The deployment is okay. It depends, from client to client. It's not like every console needs some time for deployment. So for example, if you're already on the on-prem margin of Intune, then we have a certified vendor who would deploy in the initial phase. I'm talking about initial deployment, where you configure Intune, you log in to a new Intune, and then you add users, and then you add the devices and things like that. So the initial deployment for that, we have certified vendors. Even our company is a certified company that does this deployment. We have certain tools for direct migration. However, if you're trying to deploy from a different console, like AirWatch or a mobile app or things like that, it may take maybe three months, for example. We need to be ready with all the profiles. We need to be ready with all the products. We need to be ready with all the app deployments. We need to be ready with multiple things. That way, once the device is enrolled, it gets what it needs. It gets the certificate. It gets the apps, and the user experience is seamless. 

Obviously, it needs some time. We have worked on two clients and it takes three months minimum.

The cost-effectiveness of Microsoft Intune is about 90%. Most clients, specifically with Windows devices, adopt it, so it's effective. The licensing model has advantages, as they bundle services such as Azure AD with Office 365, which many clients find valuable, leading to Microsoft Intune's dominance in the industry.

The pricing for Microsoft Intune has different types of packages. Currently, if you go with all the packages, the mid-variant of the top-level package such as E3 or E5 offers benefits such as AD and Azure AD. If you require all these tools, it could be cheaper, however, if you do not need certain tools and still want Microsoft Intune, it is not that cheap. It can be quite expensive. 

Additionally, if you are already on one cloud-based platform and moving to Microsoft Intune, the transaction will also involve some costs since deployment is necessary. 

Cost-wise, it varies from project to project. If the client wants to move, they may need to go for the E5 license; the difference between E3 and E5 is not significant. If your organization has a large number of Windows devices, Microsoft Intune is a valuable tool. But for Mac users, Jamf would be recommended.

If you're looking to support Mac, you need to look at other products such as AirWatch or Jamf. MobileIron is not that effective; however, Jamf is good for Mac.

Copilot in Microsoft Intune is a new tool used for answering questions, similar to ChatGPT or Gemini. There are two types of Copilot; even in Workspace ONE, there are similar tools. The licensed version is not used as it comes with a price, and our client doesn't want to go with that. The basic level of Copilot is given, which can answer a few questions, however, it is still under the learning phase. If I ask a question, it sometimes gives an exact answer, yet at other times, it suggests going somewhere else to find it, and there is no button available there. In the paid version, it can perform simple tasks such as pushing or adding devices to a group, however, it wouldn't truly help with the current level of AI. We may need more complex AI for this type of console.

On a scale of one to ten, I rate Microsoft Intune a nine.

It is being used for device management. We have a couple of clients using it at the moment. They have Windows, Android, and iPhone devices that are managed by it. We have another client with only three devices, but they are Windows SE devices with the cut-down version of Windows.

They are using the latest version because it is always kept up to date online.

Microsoft Intune pretty much brings all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place. I cannot think of the ones where it does not do what we need. Apple Mac management could be better. It makes IT and security operations much easier and much more convenient.

We use the Enterprise Application Management features of Intune Suite. That is what the data manager is set to. These features are good. So far, we have had no problems with that.

Implementing applications is easier than MaaS360. There are definitely time savings. It is a lot smoother and a lot more well-integrated with Azure AD, etc.

The integration with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices is very important. That is the key thing for us. Almost all of the clients have Microsoft Office 365. We have only two clients who use Google G Suite, so this whole integration is very important.

It has helped us consolidate vendors.

Its benefits can be realized within a couple of weeks. It is very good because it works. Conditional access and compliance work from anywhere, so it is very good.

For our clients, the conditional access feature along with different compliance policies that they can set is valuable.

All the remote tools you can use on the mobile are also valuable. Features such as passcode reset for the device lock are helpful, so you can set a code and get people back into the device.

The Apple Mac management is a bit basic. The mobile management is good for iPhone and iPad, but the Apple Mac management needs improvement. That is probably because Microsoft does not have low-level access to Apple Mac hardware. If you are doing basic things, it is okay, but if you want to image Apple Macs and do things like that, then Jamf is much better.

Their support needs to be improved.

I have been using this solution for about eight years.

It is stable.

It is definitely scalable.

Their support is absolutely useless. They used to be good, but now, there are separate departments. We had an issue with conditional access where the client did not like the fact that single sign-on was working and automatically logging them into everything. They found it to be a security issue. It was not a good thing. We were trying to disable that, but then conditional access would not work. Their support could not figure it out. They would say that it is Entra and then they would say that it is Intune. I found out what it was. It was a token that was coming from a single sign-on.

Negative

We use Jamf. We are still using IBM MaaS360 for some of the clients, but it is getting phased out for Intune.

MaaS360 does not integrate with all Microsoft products as well as Intune for obvious reasons. A lot of our clients want Intune for data protection, conditional access, etc. It is more about protecting their data and making sure that the devices are compliant and meeting certain policies. 

The user experience of Intune is good. It is a lot less clunkier than MaaS360. We do most of the setup, so the users are not really affected by it.

Jamf is mainly for Apple Mac management. Intune is mainly for Windows management and mobile management. Intune does not have the same level of integration with Apple Mac, so you cannot image them properly. It supports very basic imaging. Jamf is a much better tool for managing Apple Mac.

You have to use Azure because it is a part of the Microsoft environment.

I am the lead engineer involved in setting it up and configuring all the policies. It is straightforward.

From a maintenance point of view, there is no maintenance you have to do because Microsoft does it all in the cloud. You might need to tweak a few things on an app after you send it out, but those are general tweaks to make things run better. You do not have to put updates on or do things like that.

We do not use any external help. We just use Microsoft documentation.

We work in the charity sector, so a lot of our clients get Microsoft Premium licenses or Business Premium for free. They get ten licenses free, and a lot of our clients do not have more than ten staff members. They are getting the tool for free, so its cost is not an issue.

We did not evaluate other solutions.

It is good. If your clients want to protect their data and they are using Microsoft tools, then Microsoft Intune is definitely the one that they should be using.

We are not using it to its fullest. There is a lot more we could do. I work for an MSP, so we are bound by what the client wants to do. If the client does not want to advance anything, we will not advance it.

In terms of IT productivity, it does not benefit us directly because we are an MSP, but it is a lot easier to use than MaaS360 and other ones we have tried. Similarly, it does not save us costs because we are an MSP. We charge people to implement a solution, and that is it. If we are paid to manage it, we obviously try to manage it, but it does not save us any money.

It does not affect our security because we do not use it ourselves. We just install it for other people.

Overall, I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten.

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure

I primarily use Microsoft Intune for device monitoring, security, and cybersecurity. My role involves working with devices, monitoring, and enforcing security measures using Microsoft Defender, and synchronizing different security aspects. Microsoft Intune is utilized for tracking device locations, which is crucial for understanding where users are connecting from.

The most valuable features in Microsoft Intune for me are the security features, including Microsoft Defender. I use the device location tracking feature often to determine where users are connecting from. It is greatly beneficial to be able to look for devices, enroll them into groups, and apply management policies. The advanced endpoint analytics feature is effective in detecting potential threats and anomalies, allowing me to share graphical information for better communication and understanding. These capabilities have made a significant impact in my work, providing a comprehensive view of all devices and features in a single platform.

The user interface should be more user-friendly, as it can sometimes be challenging to navigate. Microsoft often relocates features, making it difficult to consistently find what I need. Stability could also be improved, as features tend to move, requiring additional effort to locate them again.

I've been using Microsoft Intune for six years.

I did not encounter any significant deployment issues. The process is straightforward and takes only a few hours.

Microsoft Intune is relatively stable, but I rate it a seven out of ten because features sometimes move, creating additional challenges.

Microsoft Intune is quite scalable, and I rate the scalability aspect eight to nine out of ten, with no major problems encountered.

Customer service and technical support are generally good, with an eight out of ten rating. Occasionally, it takes a while to receive responses from Microsoft, which could be improved.

Positive

I used VMware's cloud solution before Microsoft Intune, but it lacked many features. It was not user-friendly and prone to mistakes, leading me to switch.

The initial setup was easy, earning a nine out of ten for ease.

We occasionally partnered with integrators from countries like Latvia for implementation.

Using Microsoft Intune helps save on management and security costs.

Microsoft Intune is not particularly expensive, especially considering the security features. It costs approximately forty euros per user per month.

I previously evaluated VMware.

I recommend Microsoft Intune because it consolidates many features into one place, making it an efficient solution. I rate the overall solution ten out of ten.

Hybrid Cloud

Other

I have worked in various roles with Intune. In my previous organization, I supported Intune on a job board. Currently, I am in a consulting role, responsible for development, deployment, and other aspects of Intune. This experience has given me a well-rounded understanding of Intune's support and implementation aspects.

We implemented Intune to manage devices across multiple operating systems, including Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. My expertise lies in device enrollment, compliance enforcement, configuration management, Autopatch, Autopilot for Windows, and application provisioning through Apple Business Manager for Mac devices.

We have clients who have deployed Intune on a hybrid platform and others who are fully cloud-based.

Intune's security management capabilities effectively meet our compliance requirements. While there may be a few unique instances where our needs are particularly complex and don't perfectly align with Intune's design, it's clear that Intune comprehensively addresses the compliance standards and policies necessary for any organization.

Intune serves as a unified platform for managing endpoint and security tools. As a comprehensive management solution, Intune allows for centralized control of various aspects of device and security management. In terms of Microsoft Defender, Intune seamlessly integrates certain features of this advanced security product, providing an additional layer of protection. This integration streamlines incident management by centralizing relevant information and tools within a single platform.

With the advancements in Intune automation, the role of IT administrators has become significantly less complex than in previous years. Tasks that once required extensive manual configuration and monitoring, such as deploying security updates to Windows machines, are now streamlined through features like Windows Autopatch. This service automates the entire process, including policy creation, deployment, and monitoring. Additionally, Autopatch offers flexible deployment options, allowing for gradual rollout to pilot groups, IT staff, and the general workforce. As a result, IT teams can focus on higher-level tasks and reduce the time spent on routine maintenance.

Intune's user experience is generally seamless, with minimal user interaction required. While some applications might occasionally conflict, causing minor disruptions, Intune's compliance and configuration policies are typically applied in the background without significant user input. As a result, the user experience is generally straightforward, with few interruptions from Intune's administrative tasks.

If implemented, Intune can significantly enhance data protection, compliance, and security. By implementing security codes, we can control user-level access to applications and ensure that only authorized individuals can access company data. In case of device loss, we can remotely wipe the device to prevent data compromise. Intune also plays a crucial role in productivity. Deploying and managing applications through Intune is straightforward, and it supports a wide range of applications, including built-in ones. These features make Intune a valuable tool for organizations seeking to improve data protection, security, compliance, and overall productivity.

Intune effectively secures hybrid work and protects data on both company-owned and BYOD devices. For company-provided devices, MDM enrollment ensures robust security. However, BYOD devices rely on MAM, requiring user interaction through the company portal or Authenticator. While most users comply, there are instances of resistance to installing the company portal app, making MAM management challenging. To address this, Microsoft could explore alternative solutions that avoid the necessity of the company portal on personal devices, accommodating user preferences.

Intune enhances IT efficiency by streamlining application deployment. Applications developed for Intune are directly accessible within the application list, eliminating the need for separate provisioning from third-party vendors. Microsoft's extensive collaborations with numerous applications ensure that features and upgrades are managed seamlessly through Intune. Overall, Intune offers a promising solution for current IT productivity needs.

Intune offers comprehensive compliance features, covering even the intricate registry aspects of Windows security. Through the settings catalog, we can configure virtually all desired settings. Existing templates can be customized, and we can delve deeper into the same settings previously configured in our on-premises environment. For those transitioning to hybrid or cloud environments, Intune provides numerous features that can be customized or replicated from on-premises, offering a seamless transition.

As an IT administrator, I appreciate Intune's ability to implement granular device-level policies for our organization's employees. This allows us to enforce company-wide regulations and ensure compliance while minimizing the risk of data breaches. Intune's user-friendly interface and straightforward accessibility make it a valuable tool for IT staff and employees.

The enterprise application management feature in Intune Suite for app discovery, deployment, and automatic updating is well-suited for Windows devices but is premature for Android and iOS. From an administrator's perspective, managing Windows apps with Intune is relatively straightforward. However, for Android and iOS, the feature requires further refinement due to their third-party operating system nature. While Android devices pose fewer challenges, iOS devices often necessitate using Apple Business Manager as an intermediary, complicating the management process. This is particularly evident when considering Apple's role as the primary manager of iOS devices.

Intune could be enhanced by automating application upgrades, similar to how it automates operating system upgrades. This would streamline the process and reduce manual effort, especially for organizations with multiple applications requiring regular updates. Additionally, the tenant dashboard could be more user-friendly by providing more customizable options and charts for monitoring various aspects of the Intune environment. This would allow administrators to easily access and track key metrics without navigating through multiple menus.

I have been using Microsoft Intune for three years.

I would rate the stability of Intune eight out of ten.

I would rate the scalability of Intune eight out of ten.

Regarding the frontline support we contact, they could be more responsive. While the support is essentially the same for all users, Intune customers' response times, reservation times, and overall service are influenced by their license agreement. There is room for improvement in this area. Ultimately, we use the same product and license, but premium customer service comes with an additional cost. For instance, clients with premium licenses and support add-ons typically have issues resolved within three to four days, compared to seven to eight days for those without premium or unlimited customer service.

Neutral

I have experience with Jamf and NBF solutions. While Jamf offers robust capabilities for managing iOS devices online and is user-friendly, it surpasses Microsoft Intune in its features for Mac devices. However, Intune remains a better choice for Windows devices.

The initial deployment of Intune can be improved by automating enrollment processes for Windows Autopilot. This would streamline the process and reduce the number of options IT admins need to manage. Additionally, automating the initial Intune procedures performed by IT would further simplify Windows Autopilot deployment.

The deployment time varies depending on the operating system. For Windows, it can take around ten hours. Android deployment takes 15 to 20 minutes. iOS deployment requires more time due to intermediaries between the device and Apple Business Manager. Setting up a connector between Apple Business Manager and Microsoft Intune, creating profiles on both platforms, and procuring licenses for the device on both ends are necessary steps for Mac deployment. Windows deployment is simpler, and methods like Windows Autopilot are less time-consuming.

The cost of the license and the features are justified for myself as a technical person.

I would rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.

The Microsoft Intune Suite is a valuable tool for companies seeking a reliable MDM solution. Given the current structural and developmental trends in businesses, Intune has become essential for ensuring data security, protection, and compliance. It's a user-friendly platform that's relatively easy to learn, even for those with limited IT experience, such as support staff. For individuals aiming to enhance their skills and explore cloud technology, Intune offers a solid starting point before delving into Azure. By beginning with Intune and gradually expanding their capabilities, users can effectively leverage the Microsoft cloud ecosystem.

Our clients are medium size organizations.

Intune necessitates regular maintenance. To ensure optimal performance, we generate quarterly reports that inform our planning for the following quarter. These reports enable us to identify areas for improvement in compliance, non-compliant devices, configuration issues, and security and application upgrades. By addressing these concerns proactively, we can enhance Intune's overall effectiveness.

With co-managed devices, integrating the Intune Suite can be challenging due to the interplay of on-premises and cloud environments. Determining which controls have precedence—cloud-based or on-premises Active Directory features like organizational units or first levels—is crucial. Cloud-based management simplifies this process as Microsoft handles many aspects automatically, reducing the need for extensive customization. Creating user-level profiles in Azure Active Directory is essential for backend operations. On-premises management often requires more manual tasks compared to cloud-based solutions.

Intune is a viable solution for those seeking a mobile device management tool, especially if they primarily use Windows devices. However, if a Mac environment is the primary focus, Jamf offers more comprehensive capabilities and features. For organizations with a mixed device environment, including Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, Intune is a strong recommendation. Additionally, individuals aiming to enhance their skills in cloud technology can consider Intune as a valuable starting point.