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Consultant Identity, UC and Work Place at a security firm with 51-200 employees
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Jun 4, 2025
Enables remote management of devices but needs improvement in speed and support
Pros and Cons
  • "The most valuable feature is that we can manage workstations or Android devices remotely without needing the device to be connected to our local network."
  • "In Microsoft Intune, there is significant slowness, and there needs to be more logs when we deploy software, parameters, or scripts to troubleshoot problems and errors in the interface, workstations, and Android devices."
  • "Microsoft Intune is not as fast and extensive as traditional solutions such as SCCM and others."

What is our primary use case?

We use it for Android device management. We also work with Autopilot configuration and application deployment. We use Microsoft Intune for WiFi profile deployment and zero-touch migration from Windows 10 to Windows 11.

I used Microsoft Copilot with an Excel file containing more than 2,000 workstations with many models. For just the Lenovo manufacturer, we have 20 models. I uploaded this file to Copilot so it could indicate if a model and workstation were compatible with Windows 11 or Windows 10. We deploy many applications with the enterprise. In Tunisia, we have laws that prevent uploading documents or sensitive data to Microsoft Copilot, which creates restrictions on its use. 

What is most valuable?

The most valuable feature is that we can manage workstations or Android devices remotely without needing the device to be connected to our local network. This means even if users are on vacation or working from home, we can control it and deploy applications, deploy all features with Microsoft Intune.

The enterprise application deployment is another key feature. We have deployed many applications. Our last project was with our minister of education where there were more than 20,000 new devices that we needed to manage for education. We have many applications that students work with on a daily basis, so we use the enterprise application for deployment of all those packages and software. It helps save manual work.

What needs improvement?

Microsoft Intune is not as fast and extensive as traditional solutions such as SCCM and others. In SCCM, which is another Microsoft product, there are many logs that we can detect and monitor the deployment of the image, software, and inventory. In Microsoft Intune, there is significant slowness, and there needs to be more logs when we deploy software, parameters, or scripts to troubleshoot problems and errors in the interface, workstations, and Android devices.

Another feature that needs improvement in Microsoft Intune is device preparation. Microsoft Intune is for management. We cannot prepare devices from scratch or bare metal.

They should optimize their licensing. They should include some features for free and the others for a price. Currently, everything comes at a cost.

Microsoft Intune also needs to improve its scenario documentation. While Microsoft articles cover basic scenarios for deployment, they don't address advanced scenarios such as massive deployment, retiring applications, or updating applications.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with this solution for more than one year.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable without any problems with stability or availability. The portal is always ready for configuration when accessed. The only issue is the slowness previously mentioned. When deploying a strategy from Microsoft Intune, sometimes it takes one to two hours to show that the strategy is deployed on the device.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It's scalable. We just need to add more licenses.

How are customer service and support?

There is inadequate support for Microsoft Intune, especially if the problem is on the device. When tickets are opened regarding device problems rather than portal or configuration issues, the support becomes slower and takes considerable time for troubleshooting. They seem to give less importance to device-related problems compared to portal or configuration issues.

How was the initial setup?

It's a lot easier than the traditional solution where we had to prepare a virtual machine, SQL server, install an agent, etc. It's a SaaS. We can use it as a service. We only need to access the Intune portal, configure the base configuration with the name of the company, and configure the baseline. It's very simple. The only problem is that there is slowness and no place to find logs to identify where the problem is. It is hard to identify if it's in the workstation or the configuration that I made in Microsoft Intune. 

For the basic configuration, it takes approximately one to two days.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It's a part of Microsoft 365 and E5 licenses.

Microsoft's strategy of making every feature in Microsoft Intune paid needs optimization. Remote control is one of the basic features, not a luxury feature, yet we must pay for it. It should be free as users cannot use a solution to deploy configuration and applications without being able to assist users. Even for Android devices, remote control requires purchasing the remote help add-on.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune a six out of ten. As a modern workplace consultant, I see everything moving forward to the cloud. However, many features in legacy solutions cannot be migrated suddenly to Microsoft Intune. It needs to be more reliable with better support for full cloud migration.

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IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
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Top 20
Nov 27, 2024
Dynamic grouping streamlines role management
Pros and Cons
  • "We like Intune's Autopilot functionality, which enables one-touch deployment. Dynamic grouping is another feature we find valuable working in academia. We have people in buckets based on their roles in the university, such as faculty, staff, alum, or grad. Sometimes, they will fit into multiple places, and dynamic grouping helps with that."
  • "It is absolutely a positive investment."
  • "It would be awesome if Microsoft opened their API so we could filter more properties. If we have to do anything outside of Intune that requires a third-party solution to talk back to it, we're very limited in what we can do. Trust your people. We promise not to break your stuff. Open it up just a tiny bit wider."

What is our primary use case?

We use Intune to connect university staff and faculty to secure resources on their computers quickly.  

How has it helped my organization?

Intune is a force multiplier coming directly from Active Directory. We had to engineer over some limitations of Active Directory, and Intune resolves that by addressing known trouble areas. It allows us to do things quicker and more efficiently. 

What is most valuable?

We like Intune's Autopilot functionality, which enables one-touch deployment. Dynamic grouping is another feature we find valuable working in academia. We have people in buckets based on their roles in the university, such as faculty, staff, alum, or grad. Sometimes, they will fit into multiple places, and dynamic grouping helps with that. So far, using Intune has been easy and intuitive. Once everything is set up, our user base finds it much easier and more modern.

We've recently purchased Copilot licenses for Intune, but we've only had it for a week or two. It's a new deal for Syracuse, but it has been good so far. It moves quickly. You can see that it's constantly learning, and I love that. Today is the dumbest it will ever be. It's going to continue getting better and better. Even when we're wowed, we understand that more "wow" will come. 

It has some growing pains, but they are no different from anything new. We're implementing Intune on an individualized data set. So there's no way Copilot can know everything about every data set it's going to get, but it does grow pretty quickly, which is phenomenal. 

What needs improvement?

It would be awesome if Microsoft opened their API so we could filter more properties. If we have to do anything outside of Intune that requires a third-party solution to talk back to it, we're very limited in what we can do. Trust your people. We promise not to break your stuff. Open it up just a tiny bit wider.

For how long have I used the solution?

We started using Microsoft Intune about a year and a half ago. We transitioned our fleet from Active Directory to Azure Active Directory. Then, we took that hybrid and shifted it into Intune for our MDM solution.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Intune is solidly reliable. Microsoft has some peaks and valleys that you need to get used to. Stability is essential when transitioning from on-prem to the cloud, where Microsoft manages your infrastructure. There have been a few drops in performance, but that's more growing pains from our rapid expression than an indicator of major problems.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Scalability is fantastic. 

How are customer service and support?

I am a technician, so when I'm reaching out about problems I cannot solve myself, they tend not to be tier-one or tier-two problems. When I contacted Microsoft, they had the same expertise, if not more, which is phenomenal because I felt heard and my problem was solved. That is delightful because I have contacted support for other solutions. After trying several troubleshooting steps, I contacted them, and they asked me to restart something. I have gone beyond that point and tried to tell you where I am. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We previously used Active Directory and spec ops for software deployment, with Active Directory handling computer and user management. Intune was a natural progression for MDM. For Mac users, we still use Jamf but plan to transition them to Intune as support for Apple products grows.

What was our ROI?

It is absolutely a positive investment. Everything we've gained from it makes my job easier day after day, and I see value in it as an engineer.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I am not involved in those discussions. We worked hard to acquire E5 licensing, and Microsoft collaborated well with the university to ensure everyone got what they needed.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Director at Provisioned
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Top 20
Nov 24, 2024
Automatic patching removes the burden of patch management
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management."
  • "One of our clients migrated the model workplace based on Intune, achieving a 78 percent cost reduction, which is quite a lot."
  • "Intune should improve its software inventory to provide better metering of which software is used throughout the company. This is especially needed for reporting third-party software solutions."

What is our primary use case?

We are a Dutch MSP delivering modern workplace solutions for all of our clients. We create tailor-made workspace environments for them.

How has it helped my organization?

It helps us to transform IT environments of our customers from on-premises to the cloud, focusing on both Azure and the modern workplace.

What is most valuable?

Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management. Intune's user experience is pretty smooth. The endpoint analytics works well if you know how to use it as a guess. Microsoft includes a little more added value by default. It's a great source of information. 

What needs improvement?

Intune should improve its software inventory to provide better metering of which software is used throughout the company. This is especially needed for reporting third-party software solutions.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Intune since 2017 or 2018.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Intune's stability is good and has improved a lot over the last year.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Scalability works well. It supports organizations with 200 endpoints and those with more than 15,000 endpoints.

How are customer service and support?

I rate Microsoft support eight out of 10. Customer service is pretty good, partly because we have a contract with Microsoft. Transparency is good.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used Active Directory group policies and ConfigMgr in the traditional way. However, most of our clients are already on Microsoft 365 Business Premium or the enterprise E3 or E5 stack, so it doesn't make much sense to use solutions from different vendors.

What about the implementation team?

We are a reseller.

What was our ROI?

One of our clients migrated the model workplace based on Intune, achieving a 78 percent cost reduction, which is quite a lot. Even with the projects around it, they still gain cost benefits in the first year.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It's cost-effective because Intune is included in the E3 and E5 licenses. It's smart because it helps Microsoft sell the license.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of 10. There's always room for development.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud

If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

Microsoft Azure
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Presales Consultant at a outsourcing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
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Jun 8, 2026
Endpoint compliance has strengthened data protection and now secures mobile devices at home
Pros and Cons
  • "If you are looking for endpoint protection and compliance, Microsoft Intune is definitely a go-to product."

    What is our primary use case?

    My main use case for Microsoft Intune is endpoint protection and policy enforcement.

    I use Microsoft Intune for endpoint protection by securing the endpoints, which are the most vulnerable devices and entry doors for any attacker. Securing the endpoint, particularly because users' mobile devices are taken home as well, helps us to mitigate the risk. Additionally, I check the compliance of every mobile device's endpoint that users take home, ensuring the data we hold is secure.

    What is most valuable?

    The best feature Microsoft Intune offers is the compliance check. It checks all your operating system, your antivirus, and all the posture checks it performs. If the device is compliant, then only it can get access; otherwise, it gets blocked. This is something I value the most.

    Microsoft Intune has definitely improved our security policies posture.

    I measure that improvement with the better compliance rate, as securing endpoints is the most important aspect in today's AI infrastructure. The compliance has been good and improved.

    What needs improvement?

    I think Microsoft Intune is the best product, and I do not find any improvements yet; it is good for me.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Microsoft Intune for around two years.

    What other advice do I have?

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

    I choose ten because all my work and my requirements for this application have been fulfilled, and overall, it is a good product. From my perspective, ten is a perfect number.

    Regarding Microsoft Intune's AI capabilities, I think it is a good product, and definitely, you should give a hands-on and proof of concept for this; it is good.

    I believe the accuracy and reliability of Microsoft Intune's AI output is good; I have not used it much, but it is good.

    If you are looking for endpoint protection and compliance, Microsoft Intune is definitely a go-to product. You should definitely give the hands-on or at least a proof of concept in your environment to check whether it stands on your requirement or not. It is a good product, and definitely, it should stand, but at least conduct a proof of concept. My overall rating for this product is ten out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

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    Technical Support Engineer at TXT BRIDGE
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    Mar 30, 2026
    Strong security and encryption have streamlined our device management and saved significant time
    Pros and Cons
    • "The best features in Microsoft Intune that I appreciate the most are the strong security, encryption, and operating system version."
    • "In Microsoft Intune, error messages are an area that has room for improvement. Regarding error messages, I would like to see more detailed logs added."

    What is our primary use case?

    My use case for Microsoft Intune is device management.

    What is most valuable?

    The best features in Microsoft Intune that I appreciate the most are the strong security, encryption, and operating system version.

    Microsoft Intune can save a lot of time and resources. My estimate is that it saves approximately 50% of the time.

    What needs improvement?

    In Microsoft Intune, error messages are an area that has room for improvement.

    Regarding error messages, I would like to see more detailed logs added. Additionally, the policy management was somewhat complex.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Microsoft Intune for about two months.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    I would rate its stability as 8 over 10.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    I would rate the scalability of Microsoft Intune as 9 over 10.

    How are customer service and support?

    I would rate the technical support for Microsoft Intune as 8 over 10.

    How was the initial setup?

    The deployment took some days. I did not have very large challenges implementing Microsoft Intune; they were small, and we resolved them shortly.

    What was our ROI?

    My thoughts on the pricing are that it is cost-efficient.

    What other advice do I have?

    My advice for others looking to implement this product is to consider that Microsoft Intune is a scalable and cost-efficient solution. I would recommend it.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

    Microsoft Azure
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    Service Desk Support Analyst 1st/2nd Line at a non-profit with 501-1,000 employees
    Real User
    Top 20
    Mar 19, 2026
    Centralized device management has improved daily operations but dashboard clarity still needs work
    Pros and Cons
    • "Generally for the organization, Microsoft Intune has been a good investment for managing a lot of the company resources, saving a lot of money compared to using the on-premises version of the software."
    • "I would say the interface and dashboard summarizing the devices' status and compliance could be improved."

    What is our primary use case?

    I primarily use Microsoft Intune for work, managing devices and user account management, mobile device configuration, policies, and general Microsoft Intune functionalities.

    I use Microsoft Intune Suite's cloud PKI for certificate management.

    My level of managing the PKI and helping with the complexity of certificate infrastructure is still at a beginner stage. I do not do a lot of that; I use it for work and have used it for the past few years, but I have not reached the stage where I have to deploy certificates, so I have not been able to use that feature yet.

    I work with Microsoft Intune through 365; it is the cloud service.

    I do not have the Advanced Endpoint Analytics feature enabled for myself with Microsoft Intune; I am currently on Microsoft Intune and do not see that feature.

    What is most valuable?

    The best features from Microsoft Intune are the ability to manage multiple devices and the ability to deploy multiple policies to devices across the system, which is a very impressive feature. Being able to manage other groups and tenants within the system are also impressive features in Microsoft Intune that I have learned.

    I find Microsoft Intune very user-friendly.

    Generally for the organization, Microsoft Intune has been a good investment for managing a lot of the company resources, saving a lot of money compared to using the on-premises version of the software.

    What needs improvement?

    I would say the interface and dashboard summarizing the devices' status and compliance could be improved. I think they could organize some of the dashboard information to be more compact and more insightful than the way it is right now.

    What I think would make Microsoft Intune a 10, apart from the interface and dashboard I mentioned, is the other features within it.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been working with Microsoft Intune for three years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    Microsoft Intune is reliable; there has not been any downtime during my usage, so I think it is very reliable compared to what I actually use it for on a day-to-day basis.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    It is easy to scale up Microsoft Intune when I need to expand the usage.

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    I have not used any different solution prior to adopting Microsoft Intune; I came on board about three years ago, learned the software, and since then, I have only used Microsoft Intune.

    How was the initial setup?

    Microsoft Intune has Copilot integrated into it, but I do not use Copilot for any particular tasks.

    There is no complexity in the deployment from Microsoft Intune.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

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    Senior System Engineer at Alter Domus
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    Aug 6, 2025
    A cost-effective solution that ensures compliance and security
    Pros and Cons
    • "I have seen a return on investment with Microsoft Intune, as it has saved me resources; previously, I managed my infrastructure with a team of around six to seven members, but after transitioning to the Microsoft Intune hybrid model, I am able to manage it with just one resource, allowing me to cut costs significantly, around 50-60 lakhs."
    • "Unfortunately, Intune’s management extension does not provide the same level of logging, and I lack the visibility in Intune that I had with SCCM."

    What is our primary use case?

    I'm responsible for the end-user computing. I'm responsible for packaging the applications, deploying it to all the end-user devices in my organization via Intune, and also creating the monthly patching through update rings and deploying all the patches to the workstations across the entire organization. 

    We have also created an Autopilot profile, deployment profile, and enrollment status page to ensure all the new devices are compliant with company policies and compliance policies as per our organization rules.

    How has it helped my organization?

    It significantly reduces the need for manual human efforts and is very cost-effective. This makes it particularly advantageous for large enterprises, especially in the financial sector, as it is secure and reliable. Microsoft Intune helps protect against vulnerabilities and third-party attacks by providing timely patches and update rings, ensuring compliance with security standards.

    What is most valuable?

    The best features of Microsoft Intune are creating the package in very simple terms using the Content Preparation Master tool, which I find easy. I'm able to pull reports and get device status very easily, which has been very helpful. 

    Regarding the compliance policy settings and configuration profile, I can check on each device to see where it failed. However, I struggle to troubleshoot the exact root cause of these failures, which I want to highlight. 

    What needs improvement?

    I have observed that while I can generate reports, I am unable to address the log files from end-user devices effectively. For instance, when an application is deployed on a user device and it shows an error indicating failure, I can't pinpoint the exact reason for the failure. In Microsoft SCCM, we can access log files in the "C:\Windows\SCCM\Logs" directory. From there, we can check the "AppEnforce.log" and "AppIntentEval.log" files. Unfortunately, Intune’s management extension does not provide the same level of logging. When I try to review the "Windows IMEI" logs, I cannot determine where the application is failing.

    Moreover, I lack the visibility in Intune that I had with SCCM. Looking ahead, with Windows 11 on the horizon and Windows 10 support ending on October 14th, I am currently involved in a Windows land migration project. I plan to image the new devices using Autopilot. Once the hardware hash is added to Intune, we are able to assign the group tag, which allows for the deployment profile to be assigned, enabling both device enrollment and user enrollment. This approach helps minimize the overall experience issues.

    Maintaining Microsoft Intune is not very complex; we generally export the entire list of applications we've created once every three months, and we make sure to update or remove any old policies that are no longer required in our organization. However, this is a time-consuming and tedious process. I suggest that Microsoft include an option, similar to SCCM, for every three months or 90 days to automatically remove devices from the console. This suggestion could apply not just to device management but also to application management and compliance policies or configurations.

    Because Microsoft Intune is cloud-based, we would like to gain a better technical understanding of how Microsoft develops the tool from the backend. For instance, with SCCM, we learned how it operates—creating distribution points, performing system discovery, and identifying machines present in Active Directory. We understood how to create boundaries and assign boundary groups for distribution points to access content. However, in Intune, we struggle to determine where content is stored. For example, when I create a .IntuneWin file or a package application, I want to know where it is stored and how to retrieve the raw files or the source media if needed. These are some of the challenges we face with Microsoft Intune. We lack a lot of visibility in Microsoft Intune.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Microsoft Intune for the past eight years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    I find that Microsoft Intune is stable, but it would be beneficial for support infrastructure engineers to receive presentations about new features and how earlier issues were overcome, as this information is not readily available to them, which affects the perceived stability. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate it a seven out of ten for stability.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    For scalability, I would rate it a six out of ten.

    Currently, I'm managing around 6,000 devices at Alter Domus, and once I deploy an application, profile, or policy, it takes around two weeks to achieve 92% to 94% compliance. We have around 13,000 users.

    How are customer service and support?

    For technical support, I previously received direct calls from escalation engineers at Microsoft, and I found that very supportive. However, now Microsoft has changed their process, and L1 and L2 tickets are often assigned to third-party companies where the personnel may lack the necessary knowledge, resulting in lengthy resolution processes. In my organization, management suggests we handle issues ourselves until a solution is provided.

    When an escalation support engineer at the L3 or L4 level assists me, I would give them a rating of 10 out of 10. However, for L1 or L2 engineers from third parties, I would rate them a four out of ten due to the lengthy resolution times. 

    Overall, I would rate vendor support very poorly, at three or four out of ten. However, when I talk to engineers directly working for Microsoft, especially those familiar with SCCM and Intune, I would give them a 10 out of 10 due to their proper understanding of the tools.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    What was our ROI?

    I have seen a return on investment with Microsoft Intune, as it has saved me resources. Previously, I managed my infrastructure with a team of around six to seven members, but after transitioning to the Microsoft Intune hybrid model, I am able to manage it with just one resource, allowing me to cut costs significantly, around 50-60 lakhs.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    It's expensive.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    When comparing Microsoft Intune with other solutions or vendors, I find that it is a very fast and safe procedure technology. While I believe it is good technology, there are minor issues that could be resolved by Microsoft. We want transparency for engineers to understand where issues arise so we can troubleshoot effectively.

    I don’t want to constantly disturb the service support engineers by raising cases. As technical engineers, we want to solve problems on our own. We aim to become subject matter experts for Microsoft Intune within our organization.

    What other advice do I have?

    In my organization, we use Copilot whenever we don't understand a particular feature, and it provides the answers we need. For example, when I need to create a BitLocker encryption policy, Copilot assists me and guides me through the steps and necessary settings required before creating that policy.

    We have a certificate infrastructure, and we generally embed machine certificates and handle the PKI certificates via SCCM. 

    The cloud distribution point that we have already configured in SCCM is particularly useful when an end-user device is not connected to the VPN (Virtual Private Network). During this time, the cloud distribution point allows content, such as application patches, to be distributed and successfully installed on end-user devices. This is why we have been able to achieve good compliance.

    I would recommend Microsoft Intune to other users because it offers many benefits. Overall, I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten.

    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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    Microsoft Practice Lead at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
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    Provides a centralized management solution, although its suitability depends on specific needs
    Pros and Cons
    • "I find Microsoft Intune valuable primarily for its Windows management capabilities, along with its Android Enterprise and Apple device management for mobile devices."
    • "Intune provides a centralized management solution, although its suitability depends on specific needs and comparisons with alternatives like Jamf, Kandji, or ManageEngine."
    • "Intune is not the most user-friendly mobile device management platform available."

    What is our primary use case?

    Microsoft Intune is a comprehensive solution for mobile application management and mobile device management, securing various endpoints like Windows, Android, and Apple devices. It excels in managing BYOD scenarios, employing work profiles to segregate personal and company data, and ensuring device configuration and compliance with company policies.

    How has it helped my organization?

    Intune provides a centralized management solution, although its suitability depends on specific needs and comparisons with alternatives like Jamf, Kandji, or ManageEngine. Overall, Intune is a sufficient solution for general use cases requiring essential device management and data security.

    The Intune Analytics section is quite useful, especially for Windows upgrades on remote devices. We frequently utilize it to assess compliance and gather analytics on upgradable devices, including TPM and Secure Boot support, and memory capacity. This allows us to identify devices that meet the requirements for Windows 11 and proceed with deployment accordingly. It's particularly valuable for managing Windows 10 to Windows 11 upgrade scenarios.

    Copilot for Microsoft 365 is a valuable tool that I use daily for creating proposals, summarizing Teams meetings, and generating content in Word and PowerPoint. It's even helpful in Outlook on occasion. Additionally, both Bing Enterprise and the standard Copilot in Edge are particularly useful when integrated with Customer Data Protection. This integration allows Copilot to securely access company data, including emails, presentations, and documents, to provide relevant recommendations and answers to queries.

    Intune secures Bring Your Own Devices through network access management and work profiles, separating personal and company data. Additionally, it utilizes Defender for Endpoint for device security and facilitates deployment. Features like cloud app security, Microsoft Purview, and data loss prevention further enhance security and compliance, depending on the Microsoft 365 package, protecting both devices and data.

    Privilege Access Management sits mostly on Entra ID and is deployed through Intune.

    The primary challenge lies in managing employee devices, particularly differentiating between personal and corporate devices. Personal devices often face pushback against deploying security measures, while corporate-owned devices can be managed more securely and effectively. For instance, if a corporate device is lost or stolen, Intune enables remote wiping to protect company data.

    Intune has helped in integrating Windows Update for Business to ensure machines are compliant. It provides functionality for workflow management on devices and separating company data from personal data. It is also used for deploying security and compliance capabilities depending on the Office 365 package used.

    What is most valuable?

    I find Microsoft Intune valuable primarily for its Windows management capabilities, along with its Android Enterprise and Apple device management for mobile devices. The mobile application management features enable BYOD support and work profiles on personal phones, enhancing security and control. Additionally, Intune excels in configuration and compliance management for Windows 10, ensuring devices receive timely updates and adhere to organizational standards.

    What needs improvement?

    While Intune effectively handles basic functionalities such as device management, data separation, and updates, it may present challenges with update times and limited advanced features.

    Intune is not the most user-friendly mobile device management platform available. Compared to Jamf, AirWatch, or VMware Workspace ONE, it is not as intuitive or easy to navigate. 

    The primary challenge with Intune's enterprise application management feature is its focus on the Microsoft application stack. This limitation makes managing third-party applications difficult, as there is no centralized store or streamlined process for batch operations. Intune lacks the robust support for third-party applications.

    Microsoft frequently changes its offerings, so features previously included in Intune might now require Intune Suite. For example, managing device certificates, once an Intune feature, now requires this separate package. Essentially, Microsoft releases new features but places them in Intune Suite, requiring an additional purchase for functionality we might expect in the standard Intune license. This ever-evolving strategy means staying current with Intune can become costly.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Microsoft Intune for almost five years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?


    How are customer service and support?

    Microsoft's product support can be inadequate, with slow response times and unsatisfactory resolutions impacting the overall user experience. This contrasts with Jamf's support, which is generally perceived as superior due to its responsiveness and effectiveness.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    Microsoft Intune's costliness stems from licensing fees and the overhead associated with its management, user experience, and device remediation. While its licensing costs are high, the platform's limitations in manageability and user experience customization further contribute to the overall expense. Unlike Jamf, which offers greater flexibility and remedial capabilities, Intune's intrusive, yes or no approach limits user customization and potentially increases support needs. Therefore, determining Intune's true cost of ownership is subjective and depends on how these factors are measured.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I have evaluated Jamf, Kandji, ManageEngine, and VMWare Workspace ONE.

    What other advice do I have?

    I would rate Microsoft Intune a six out of ten. Its management is not user-friendly, and device additions can take up to 24 hours to synchronize, unlike Jamf, which updates within 15 minutes. This delay is problematic for immediate remediation actions, such as removing harmful content or addressing device exposure, where a 24-hour wait is unacceptable.

    It is advisable to prepare for the complexities of Intune and consider Jamf for better support and manageability if working alone. If you plan to use Microsoft Intune, be prepared for manageability and potential delays in changes and support responses.

    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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    Network Administrator II at a energy/utilities company with 201-500 employees
    Real User
    Top 20
    May 3, 2025
    Provides the ability to remotely wipe a device and control it, but it isn't our choice for non-Microsoft devices
    Pros and Cons
    • "The feature that we need occasionally but is really important is the ability to remotely wipe a device, control it, and perform similar functions."
    • "Microsoft Intune does a great job of helping protect our environment."
    • "I am not involved in the day-to-day with Intune, but we have gone with a different product for updating mobile device software. We do not integrate many of our mobile devices that are not Microsoft-based devices, such as Dell laptops, with Intune."
    • "I heard some pain points. The main thing is the learning curve. It took time to implement. It was not the best product starting out of the gate."

    What is most valuable?

    The feature that we need occasionally but is really important is the ability to remotely wipe a device, control it, and perform similar functions. Being able to update devices is extremely important. Especially when people do not bring their devices in, we need to be able to reach out and update them over the internet.

    Microsoft Intune does a great job of helping protect our environment. Particularly for mobile devices, it is great because our team is able to reach those devices and control the data that is on them.

    What needs improvement?

    I am not involved in the day-to-day with Intune, but we have gone with a different product for updating mobile device software. We do not integrate many of our mobile devices that are not Microsoft-based devices, such as Dell laptops, with Intune. We are using KACE from Quest to update our systems. We find that Intune is good with smaller mobile devices, the ones you put in your pocket. That is where I find Intune to be the best.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    We had Microsoft Intune for a while, and we finally successfully deployed it.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Microsoft Intune scales effectively with growing needs.

    We have not had to extend usage, but we are looking at Microsoft Intune for all kinds of new mobile devices that come out all the time. We will be expanding to cover those.

    How are customer service and support?

    The support I get from Microsoft is very good. I have had a good experience with it. I would rate them a seven out of ten, which is pretty high in my book.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    Prior to adopting Microsoft Intune, we had KACE, but it could not handle mobile devices effectively. That is where Intune really shines.

    How was the initial setup?

    I wasn't involved in the day-to-day deployment of it. I heard some pain points. The main thing is the learning curve.

    It took time to implement. It was not the best product starting out of the gate. We were having difficulties getting our mobile devices integrated, but now we are doing much better. I was not in charge of the Intune deployment, but I am aware of some of the challenges they have been experiencing. It was really hard to integrate all the mobile devices. We integrated Surface devices properly, but our mobile workforce has many Apple iPhones, and those did not work quite as efficiently. We have got it all completed now. It is going smoothly.

    Overall, the user experience with Microsoft Intune has a learning curve, but they are doing much better with it now. We had a really small help desk department, so they were stretched thin, but we have hired enough people now that we are able to get Intune deployed and working properly. We are in good shape.

    We haven't moved a lot of our infrastructure to the cloud or Azure. We're still very much on-prem. We're a water district. We process water. A lot of our assets are physical, and they need to be secure. However, a lot of business applications are more Internet-connected. We have some cloud applications as software as a service.

    What was our ROI?

    We have seen a return on investment from Microsoft Intune. The main advantage is being able to manage the mobile devices at a good cost. Microsoft generally prices things pretty competitively, except for Azure, which is very expensive.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    Microsoft Intune is pretty reasonable. We have difficulty with Azure, which is probably why we have not put many assets in Azure. Everything we put there is very expensive. Because we have so much on-premises equipment and assets, we put many items on-premises for that reason, and only if something absolutely has to live in the cloud, we put it there.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    Before choosing Microsoft Intune, they did look at other options. I do not remember what was on the short list of what we were evaluating, but we have been using Intune for a while. Getting it deployed just took time.

    What other advice do I have?

    I have played around a bit with Copilot for Microsoft Intune, but I use it more on O365. For Intune, I am not sure if we are using it. We do not use Advanced Endpoint Analytics as much because we have many other security tools. I find Microsoft to be good at the front end, especially for Exchange and similar applications. For inbound items, it is the first line of defense. We have many other layered defenses, with Microsoft being one of those layers.

    I would recommend we stick with it. It has been great. I would rate Microsoft Intune a seven out of ten.

    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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    Sudhir Ghadge - PeerSpot reviewer
    Manager, Information Technology at The Times of India
    User
    Top 20
    Feb 16, 2025
    Improved certificate distribution with enhanced migration support
    Pros and Cons
    • "Previously, SCCM was used as an on-premise solution for clients, but now they are moving to Microsoft Intune as a cloud solution with better security and functions."
    • "The synchronization of devices takes a significant amount of time, between 15 minutes and two hours. Microsoft should work on reducing this sync time to improve efficiency."

    What is our primary use case?

    I have been working with Microsoft Intune for the last seven years. Before that, I worked on competitive platforms like MobileIron and Citrix Endpoint Management. These are MDM platforms, and when compared to them, Intune is one of the best solutions from Microsoft. I currently play a role as a Microsoft Intune architect, designing and implementing solutions for customers, managing iOS devices, and Android devices, and now it's growing in managing Windows devices. Previously, SCCM was used as an on-premise solution for clients, but now they are moving to Microsoft Intune as a cloud solution with better security and functions.

    What is most valuable?

    Windows Autopilot is one of the best features. It offers security and helps us know which device a user is using before it is enrolled. 

    Autopilot has various features, making it easy to manage Windows devices. In the migration of existing SCCM devices to Microsoft Intune, we use Group Policy Analytics, which simplifies copying existing policies to Intune and reduces migration time significantly. 

    Comparing iOS devices, DEP is an exceptional solution integrated with Microsoft Intune. It allows for better visibility and actions on devices. 

    The Volume Purchase Program (VPP) from Apple is also beneficial as it reserves licenses for specific applications, which we can integrate with Intune.

    What needs improvement?

    In terms of improvements, regarding Windows devices, Microsoft needs to enhance options for copying existing policies to Intune. 

    Some configurations are not available with Intune and exist in group policy, so they should be added to Intune immediately. Most customers are migrating from on-premise to cloud, and this should be a priority. 

    The synchronization of devices takes a significant amount of time, between 15 minutes and two hours. Microsoft should work on reducing this sync time to improve efficiency.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been working with Microsoft Intune for the last seven years.

    How are customer service and support?

    When a particular device issue is not resolved, I report it to Microsoft, who will take it over and add it in the next quality or feature updates. It will take time, but it will definitely be resolved.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    I previously used MobileIron, a notable solution in the market. At that time, Microsoft Intune was not an option. MobileIron was one of the best solutions despite its high cost for users. Microsoft Intune is cost-effective, and integrating it with other Microsoft services, like Windows 10 and 11, is beneficial. I have also worked on Citrix Endpoint Management.

    How was the initial setup?

    The redeployment of Intune is quite simple. Level four support is managed by Microsoft. Previously, with on-premise solutions, disaster recovery was essential. Microsoft Intune cloud environments should develop their own disaster recovery solutions.

    What was our ROI?

    Overall, Microsoft Intune covers more than seventy percent of the market. I have worked on numerous projects within a consulting company, most of which involved Microsoft Intune. It is one of the leading products for MDM solutions.

    What other advice do I have?

    PKI is typically managed by a separate team, though on-premise PKI is fine. Microsoft provides solutions like SCEP for certificate distribution, which another team can manage. Certificate distribution and authentication, such as MFA, can be defined on the Internet with SCEP to distribute certificates to end users. For example, WiFi authentication can use certificate-based methods. My overall product rating is nine out of out.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Hybrid Cloud

    If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

    Microsoft Azure
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