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It helps consolidate our endpoints, simplifies mobile device management, and provides a smooth user experience
Pros and Cons
  • "Intune significantly simplifies application deployment, mobile application management, and policy enforcement, such as restricting user access to specific applications, thereby enhancing overall environment security."
  • "Since GMS is unavailable in China, we currently rely on device administrator enrollment for managing Android devices there."

What is our primary use case?

We use Microsoft Intune to manage mobile devices across almost all platforms, including Android, Windows, and Linux, which was recently added just a few months ago.

Previously, we relied on on-premises infrastructure using SCCM to manage mobile devices alongside other tools. Intune is a cloud-based solution that empowers administrators to manage cloud devices, implement policies, and deploy applications. While other MDM platforms exist, Intune is a top choice due to its feature set.

How has it helped my organization?

Microsoft Intune consolidates our endpoint and security management tools into a single platform. While still under development with new security features on the horizon, the current capabilities offer administrators ample tools to fortify the environment.

Intune simplifies mobile device management by consolidating endpoint and security tools into a single platform. This centralized approach enables IT administrators to efficiently manage various aspects, including Windows updates, Wi-Fi and VPN policies, application restrictions, and user account creation, all within the Intune interface, significantly streamlining the overall management process.

The user experience is quite smooth for most users because administrators handle all necessary configurations. Options like Windows Autopilot and zero-touch deployment enrollment significantly simplify the process, minimizing user intervention and effort required to set up and use devices.

I currently support Microsoft admins and have handled numerous cases related to Enterprise Application Management. Many companies utilize this tool to manage their in-house applications. While not all companies employ this method, most larger organizations do. These companies often deploy their enterprise applications using Intune, which offers a feature that allows admins to protect application data through mobile application management policies. To enable MAM, applications must be wrapped with the Intune Software Development Kit to communicate with Intune services. This process is valuable as it empowers admins to safeguard sensitive data. Intune provides SDK options for both iOS and Windows applications.

There are two methods for automatically updating the application: independent updates within the application itself or updates to the application package managed through Intune. The chosen method depends on the enterprise application's configuration. Recently introduced Azure application registration simplifies the process by requiring registration before deployment, enhancing security through authentication.

We utilize advanced endpoint analytics within the Intune suite, and the recent release of Windows Autopilot's version has expanded the range of analytics tools available to administrators. While Intune provides data on devices and users under its management, more in-depth reports can be accessed through Log Analytics or Azure Monitor. However, Intune's analytics are sufficient for gathering reports on managed devices.

The advanced endpoint analytics feature within the Intune suite allows us to access detailed information about our devices. This includes data on device counts, specific settings for bulk administration or devices, and the ability to filter devices based on our needs.

I have experience with several MDM solutions. While Microsoft Intune is excellent for managing thousands of user devices, it may not be ideal for specific use cases like bulk printer or Jabra device management, which could present challenges. However, Intune shines in organizations with large numbers of users, especially when integrated with existing on-premises infrastructure or SCCM. This integration can streamline operations and reduce staffing needs. For example, a ten-person IT team might only require two to five people dedicated to Intune management with on-premises support. While I cannot provide a full sales pitch, I confidently recommend Intune to anyone seeking a robust MDM solution.

Copilot in Intune is valuable when integrated with back-end data, such as our existing tools and libraries. This integration empowers administrators to assess information effectively. However, the tool's effectiveness hinges on the quality of data input and query formulation. As users are still familiarizing themselves with Copilot, its adoption varies across environments, with some users enabling it and others disabling it.

Copilot in Intune simplifies IT operations by quickly responding to inquiries about integrated systems. Users won't need to search for specific details as Copilot offers a variety of solutions.

Intune offers more than device management; it also aids in user management. Regardless of the platform, Intune provides various options for device enrollment. Intune prevents mixing personal and corporate data, whether using a corporate or personal device. It also offers robust security features, enabling granular control over user access to applications, resources, and other tools.

In a hybrid environment, security management depends on whether devices are co-managed and how policies are configured in Intune. Intune offers various features, including remote actions, to address these scenarios. However, I discovered an issue with BYOD devices on iOS: wiping an enrolled device deletes all data, not just corporate data. This is a problem that needs to be addressed internally.

With the endpoint privilege management feature, the admin can create an EPM policy. If a user tries to access a resource, the admin will be prompted to grant or deny access based on the policy.

Suppose I need to access data, logs, or files on a Windows device that a global administrator restricts or requires approval for. In that case, I can configure an EPM policy to remind users that additional authorization is necessary. For instance, I encountered cases where users frequently mistakenly assigned test applications to production environments. To prevent this without restricting access or privileges, we configured an EPM policy to prompt users specifically when assigning that application to a production environment. This approach demonstrates how EPM policies can be tailored to address various requirements.

EPM provides an additional layer of authentication for accessing a resource, application, or permission. For ASR, we can define rules by which users can access the resources.

Intune has significantly improved productivity by simplifying tasks like certificate authority restoration. For example, using a deployed CA server certificate, I've set up a Wi-Fi profile with auto-authentication. Previously, expiring certificates required manual reissuance, but Intune automates this process by revoking certificates when they approach their expiration threshold. This threshold, configurable within the certificate profile, can be set as a percentage of the certificate's lifespan. A revocation request is triggered when the threshold is reached, ensuring a new certificate is issued for the device or user profile before the old one expires.

Intune's integration with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices is beneficial because it offers a centralized platform. We can directly assign licenses within Intune instead of using the separate M365 admin portal to create users, simplifying the process. Intune synchronizes features and functions from M365, streamlining management. However, purchasing new licenses still requires accessing the admin center. Despite this, Intune effectively synchronizes information to endpoints.

What is most valuable?

While conditional access isn't solely limited to Intune, we can also effectively implement and manage conditional access policies through Azure. However, Intune significantly simplifies application deployment, mobile application management, and policy enforcement, such as restricting user access to specific applications, thereby enhancing overall environment security. Furthermore, Intune automates numerous tasks previously requiring manual configuration by administrators, streamlining the process by creating simple policies for desired outcomes.

What needs improvement?

There are specific devices we can focus on. For example, due to GMS restrictions in China, we face limitations. However, BlackBerry UEM can enroll Android devices as Android Enterprise, though the exact method is unclear. We could explore whether Intune can replicate this functionality. Since GMS is unavailable in China, we currently rely on device administrator enrollment for managing Android devices there. This suggests potential opportunities to develop solutions or collaborate with Chinese partners to create new features within Intune for managing Android devices in the Chinese market.

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For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

While some specific tenants experience occasional outages and bugs, our monitoring team is actively tracking an upcoming issue affecting certain tenants in specific regions. Both the support and broader teams are diligently working to resolve this. Aside from this, Microsoft Intune is demonstrating overall stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

If an organization has the budget, they can easily scale Microsoft Intune.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft's technical support for Microsoft Intune and the broader Microsoft environment consists of several tiers. Customers can choose between broad commercial support, Pro support, or Premier support, the latter including dedicated Customer Success Account Managers and Incident Managers to facilitate access to specialized engineers. Support engineers are categorized into levels one, two, and three. We collaborate weekly with global subject matter experts to address ongoing issues and cases. For complex or backend problems, we engage the product group using a specific request form. While Microsoft previously employed support staff primarily in the US and Canada, they now utilize vendors in India and the Philippines, offering varying levels of expertise. To enhance support quality, Microsoft should invest in training these engineers and consider opportunities for full-time employment, rather than incurring the costs of recruiting and training new staff.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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


How was the initial setup?

An organization migrating to the cloud typically requires an Azure subscription as a starting point. While our FastTrack Team offers full migration solutions, IT administrators can also independently move operations to the cloud by purchasing an Azure subscription, tenant, and licenses and configuring policies, privileges, and workloads. Existing on-premises infrastructure can be synced to the cloud using Azure AD Connect, enabling management within a hybrid or pure Azure AD environment. The ease of migration depends on the administrator's experience, and Microsoft support is available for those requiring assistance.

One to two solution architects are enough for the deployment.

Several factors influence the time required for deployment. For instance, with a user base of 100, deployment can be achieved within a week. However, environments with thousands of users and devices, especially on-premises setups, present greater challenges. Customers or administrators migrating to the cloud and adopting Intune often follow a phased approach. They typically start by deploying and testing a subset of policies to assess manageability and feasibility before proceeding with application deployment. As a result, the overall deployment timeline varies significantly across organizations and can extend to several weeks.

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

Microsoft services are slightly more expensive than competitors but offer advantages and disadvantages. Even if they charge a premium, they aim to provide equal value.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I have experience with SOTI MobiControl, Jamf Pro, and AirWatch. SOTI MobiControl excels at managing specific devices, offering a list of compatible models upon request. Intune, however, struggles with printer management and Zebra device compatibility. Its network security features are limited due to ongoing development, and it lacks in-built policies for third-party applications, hindering compatibility and communication with external devices and manufacturers. While custom policies can be implemented, comprehensive built-in options would be beneficial.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.

Intune requires no maintenance after initial deployment, but ongoing subscriptions are necessary for each user as individual licenses are needed monthly. Microsoft continually updates the service to support the latest operating systems and applications, so ensuring our environment is up-to-date is crucial for optimal performance.

Microsoft Intune is a good tool, and to simplify operations, I recommend a full cloud environment over a hybrid environment.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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Enables us to deploy applications to devices remotely without touching or interacting with the end user
Pros and Cons
  • "Microsoft Intune is very stable due to its cloud-based infrastructure and its reliability in performance."
  • "Improvements are needed in Microsoft Intune's enterprise app management, including support for more applications in app patching, boot batching, and discovery. I also hope the cost of Remote Help will decrease because it's a much-needed Intune function. Our customers need that capability, or they will buy it from a third party at a premium."
  • "I also hope the cost of Remote Help will decrease because it's a much-needed Intune function."

What is our primary use case?

We use Microsoft Intune to manage our customers' end-user workstations. Specifically, we use it for mobile application management, managing personal phone devices for iOS and Android without enrollment, and configuring app VPN through the Intune tunnel server. We also manage Microsoft Teams for mobile application management and use it extensively for Windows devices.

How has it helped my organization?

Microsoft Intune has helped by making additional access based on corporate owned devices or managed devices, which prevents our IT admins from accessing specific organizational resources unless using these secure devices.

Intune enables us to deploy applications to devices remotely without touching or interacting with the end user. We can also configure some profiles, like Wi-Fi profiles, for specific branches without additional configuration from the end user. It's easy for end-users to adopt changes or merge branches. Also, you can predefine the applications so they automatically download when the user joins that branch.

What is most valuable?

Microsoft Intune offers features such as mobile application management and always-on VPN for Windows, which are valuable for managing customer devices and ensuring efficiency. It also aids in application deployment and configuration without requiring direct user interaction, simplifying the integration of new devices and systems.

We use endpoint analytics to analyze the user performance on their machines or  app crashes. We can also evaluate Windows startups to detect if there are some user problems or if it's their workstation performance. We can be more proactive about improving our user's work infrastructure. 

We use enterprise application management for app patching, but it needs to include more applications. Some important applications are not part of the enterprise app management, but we hope they will be added soon. We appreciate the automatic updates and discovery of installed applications and older devices. Automatic patching will help us keep the devices and applications up to date to detect newly discovered vulnerabilities. Copilot helps us generate reports about compliant devices and software installed on specific devices. We can also track the device's compliance state. 

What needs improvement?

Improvements are needed in Microsoft Intune's enterprise app management, including support for more applications in app patching, boot batching, and discovery. I also hope the cost of Remote Help will decrease because it's a much-needed Intune function. Our customers need that capability, or they will buy it from a third party at a premium. 

For how long have I used the solution?

We have used Microsoft Intune for around three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Microsoft Intune is very stable due to its cloud-based infrastructure and its reliability in performance.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Microsoft Intune's cloud-based nature ensures it is highly scalable, supporting a large number of devices without performance issues.

How are customer service and support?

We do not often rely on Microsoft Support. Sometimes response times can be long, but generally, they are helpful in resolving issues.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

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

Previously, we used solutions like ManageEngine and Endpoint Central. We switched to Microsoft Intune to better support enterprise customers needing fully managed devices like iPads for secure environments.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup of Microsoft Intune was straightforward, thanks to its various enrollment methods.

What about the implementation team?

We are a consulting partner, providing implementation services for Microsoft Intune.

What was our ROI?

We've seen a return on investment through enhanced security, as Intune allows access to critical systems only through corporate-owned devices, integrating well with Microsoft’s ecosystem to protect company assets.

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

The default capabilities of Microsoft Intune are reasonably priced, but the Intune suite and add-ons, such as batch management and remote help, are costly, leading customers to consider third-party options.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

Before switching to Microsoft Intune, we considered ManagerEngine. Eventually, the decision focused on Intune specifically to meet enterprise requirements.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of 10. I deduct a couple of points because key features like application patching and Remote Help need to be purchased separately. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
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Top 5
Very helpful for managing remote devices, but it is very costly
Pros and Cons
  • "Being able to manage the devices remotely is most valuable. We can push security requirements through Microsoft Intune."
  • "Cost is the biggest factor for us right now. Microsoft Intune and AD P1 together in a bundle is a good thing to have, but it is very costly compared to other products in the market. Otherwise, Microsoft Intune is the best."

What is our primary use case?

We are mainly using Microsoft Intune for the security of people who are working from home. It is being used for BYOD.

We enforce and push policies and enforce security requirements through Microsoft Intune. We also use it for deploying applications and monitoring the devices remotely.

How has it helped my organization?

Microsoft Intune has simplified our mobile application management a lot. Managing devices that are in users' homes is very tough without Microsoft Intune. Remote management is very easy because of Microsoft Intune.

For maintaining our device security, the best feature is that it works with Azure Active Directory Premium One license. There is conditional access, which is something very unique, so if a machine is compliant and Microsoft Intune is installed on it, only then users can access our Office 365 data. It is not just a feature of Microsoft Intune but also of AD P1.

Microsoft Intune brings all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place. It has made our IT and security operations easy. With a single console, we can manage our devices.

Microsoft Intune provides full endpoint visibility and IT control across device platforms.

Microsoft Intune is simple, and it does not interfere at all with users. Users do not even know that Microsoft Intune is installed on the machine.

Application deployment through Microsoft Intune has affected the IT productivity in our organization. Previously, our IT department used to take remote control of the machine using some software. They used to manually do the installation, whereas now, they can simultaneously push an application on all the machines through Microsoft Intune. That saves us a lot of time and manpower.

Microsoft Intune has been helpful for securing hybrid work and protecting data on company and BYO devices. We have deployed BitLocker policies through Microsoft Intune to ensure that the data is encrypted on those devices. We have also disabled USB pen drives and other things on remote machines.

Microsoft Intune has improved our IT productivity a lot because we have remote users. If our users were local, it would not help much, but because we have remote users across the country, it helps a lot.

The improvement in IT productivity has also saved us costs. Previously, we needed more people to do the installations, remote monitoring, and all that, whereas now, with the single console of Microsoft Intune, all these tasks are much easier. A single person can manage hundreds of computers. We need three people less now.

Microsoft Intune has helped to reduce the risk of security breaches in our organization.

Microsoft Intune has helped us to consolidate vendors. With Microsoft Intune, security management is there and mobile device management is also there. Both these things could have been from a different vendor.

Microsoft Intune integrates well with other Microsoft products. It works well with other Microsoft products. There is a seamless integration.

What is most valuable?

Being able to manage the devices remotely is most valuable. We can push security requirements through Microsoft Intune. We previously used to do this through group policy for Active Directory, and now, we use Microsoft Intune for managing devices. This is the best thing about Microsoft Intune.

Apart from Microsoft Windows, we can do remote device management of Android and iOS devices. We can enforce security policies for Android and iOS devices.

The user interface of Microsoft Intune is good. It is easy to use.

What needs improvement?

Cost is the biggest factor for us right now. Microsoft Intune and AD P1 together in a bundle is a good thing to have, but it is very costly compared to other products in the market. Otherwise, Microsoft Intune is the best.

Their support can also be better.

For how long have I used the solution?

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

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is very stable. I have not had any issues. I would rate it a 9 out of 10 for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is definitely scalable. I would rate it a 9 out of 10 for scalability.

How are customer service and support?

Their response time is poor, and the resolution capability is not good. Even after having a call with their customer care, there is a 50/50 chance of them solving the problem.

I would rate their support a 6 out of 10.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

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

We did not buy any similar solution previously.

How was the initial setup?

For some customers, it is a hybrid deployment, and for some customers, it is a pure cloud deployment. Our customers are medium and large enterprises. They are not small businesses.

Its deployment is of medium complexity. If it is a hybrid environment, it is fairly complex. If it is a pure cloud environment, it is easy.

The deployment duration depends on the number of users we have or the number of computers we have. For a setup with 100 users or 100 computers, it takes about two weeks. It may require some troubleshooting and tweaking.

What about the implementation team?

One person is required for its deployment.

It does not require much maintenance from our side. It is normally always up to date. Once it is set, we do not need to touch it.

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

I recently got to know that the AD P1 license is compulsory to use Intune Autopilot, which was surprising for me. Earlier, this was not the case. It is the wrong thing to do. We now need to purchase AD P1 licenses for us and for our customers. I would rate it a 7 out of 10 for pricing.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We evaluated a few solutions.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend Microsoft Intune to others. If somebody has a Microsoft environment, Microsoft Intune is definitely the best solution for managing people who are working from home or remotely. 

It is improving day by day. New features are coming up.

I would rate Microsoft Intune a 7 out of 10.

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Real User
Helps us centrally manage devices and install or update applications
Pros and Cons
  • "What I like the most about Microsoft Intune is its ability to manage mobile devices. Through integration with System Center, it can also manage desktops and laptops."
  • "The main benefit for us with Microsoft Intune is centralized management of all devices, allowing us to apply one policy across the company from one location."
  • "Intune should improve the management of non-Microsoft devices. It would be better to manage Mac, Android, and other non-Microsoft operating system devices within the same Intune interface."
  • "Intune should improve the management of non-Microsoft devices. It would be better to manage Mac, Android, and other non-Microsoft operating system devices within the same Intune interface."

What is our primary use case?

We usually use Microsoft Intune to manage our devices and add security layers to protect access to all company resources.

How has it helped my organization?

The main benefit for us with Microsoft Intune is centralized management of all devices, allowing us to apply one policy across the company from one location.

What is most valuable?

What I like the most about Microsoft Intune is its ability to manage mobile devices. Through integration with System Center, it can also manage desktops and laptops. We also appreciate how easy it is to manage everything from the console.

The enterprise application management feature lets you manage, deploy, or uninstall applications from Intune. It also enables us to automate updates. The Cloud PKI feature helps us manage security keys on all company devices. 

What needs improvement?

Intune should improve the management of non-Microsoft devices. It would be better to manage Mac, Android, and other non-Microsoft operating system devices within the same Intune interface.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for almost five years now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Microsoft Intune nine out of 10 for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We are not a huge company to check the scalability part. However, when discussing with our customers across the region, it seems fine, especially with the integration with System Center.

How are customer service and support?

I rate Microsoft support nine out of 10. We have not used customer support, but it seems okay. If something happens, we open a case and receive assistance.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

While I didn't perform the initial deployment, I know it's easy to roll out Intune across all devices. 

What was our ROI?

From the device perspective, particularly for desktops, it automates application deployment and secures all the devices. Importantly, when someone leaves the company, it helps protect document access on their devices. Onboarding and offboarding users is a great asset in terms of ROI.

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

We are partners, so we receive some discount. However, from the customer's perspective, Microsoft Intune's pricing is competitive with non-Microsoft technology, and the price is good compared to other market competitors.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Intune nine out of 10.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

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IT Manager at Profile Software
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Top 10
Helps to improve our data governance, security, and central management
Pros and Cons
  • "The compliance and configuration policies in Microsoft Intune are the most valuable features, saving significant time compared to manual implementation."
  • "Although Intune is from the same provider, its integration with other Microsoft products, like Microsoft Defender or Microsoft Purview, could be improved."

What is our primary use case?

I used Microsoft Intune for compliance policies, configuration policies, and Intune enrollment.

We implemented Microsoft Intune to manage mobile devices in bulk and enforce management policies.

Intune was deployed in a hybrid environment. Devices were initially onboarded to Azure Active Directory and then enrolled in Intune. All devices originated from a local Active Directory.

How has it helped my organization?

Intune brought all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place. 

Having our endpoint and security management tools in one place saves time, and I have most of the information in one dashboard.

From an administrative and user standpoint, Intune offers a beneficial and secure user experience.

I have had a great experience with enterprise application management for app discovery, deployment, and automatic updating because it automates all the procedures.

Intune improved our data governance, security, central management, and policy application. I realized these benefits after two to three months of seeing how Intune works.

Intune effectively secures hybrid work environments and safeguards company data, especially on BYOD devices. Through Intune, we can monitor all devices accessing company data and manage them centrally, which is crucial.

Intune affected IT productivity in our organization by governing company data, securing global data, and saving time, all through central management.

It helped our organization save 50 percent of costs by integrating Office 365 and Intune into one license. We didn't have to use third-party software for mobile device management.

Intune helped consolidate vendors. This consolidation has dramatically improved our security posture.

The vendor consolidation helped reduce our licensing costs.

The integrated capabilities of Intune within the Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security suites are essential for managing cloud and co-managed devices. They provide a comprehensive solution under a single license, eliminating the need to install agents from third-party vendors and saving significant time and effort.

What is most valuable?

The compliance and configuration policies in Microsoft Intune are the most valuable features, saving significant time compared to manual implementation. The security integration with Microsoft Defender is also valuable.

What needs improvement?

Although Intune is from the same provider, its integration with other Microsoft products, like Microsoft Defender or Microsoft Purview, could be improved. Regarding synchronization, there are occasional delays in updating a device's status. Integrating Microsoft products, such as Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, and Entra, requires enhanced synchronization capabilities.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for almost three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

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

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

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

How was the initial setup?

Intune has too many capabilities. Deploying it is not straightforward, but it gets easier once you understand how it works.

For 200 devices, the deployment took us almost three months to complete.

What was our ROI?

In conjunction with Microsoft Defender, Intune has significantly reduced our spending on third-party endpoint security solutions. For instance, we previously used Check Point, but after implementing Intune and Defender, we discontinued using it, resulting in substantial cost savings.

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

Our Office 365 Business Premium license, including Office 365 and Intune Management, offers excellent value.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.

I would recommend Microsoft Intune to others.

Intune offers a wide array of capabilities, and even after extensive familiarity with the platform, it's difficult to fully grasp its potential. To effectively implement Intune, it's recommended to conduct thorough research, primarily through online resources, to understand specific requirements and capabilities in advance.

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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Provides a cloud deployment process where we don't have to touch the equipment
Pros and Cons
  • "Microsoft Intune's autopilot has been nice to have."
  • "Microsoft Intune has been a time saver and reduces the time and effort IT admins have to invest."
  • "Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities."
  • "Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities. This is an area I believe needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

A subset of our staff works remotely. We ship laptops directly to them from our vendor, and they complete the setup process using Microsoft Intune. This process has been working seamlessly.

How has it helped my organization?

Microsoft Intune has been a time saver and reduces the time and effort IT admins have to invest.

The user experience with Intune has generally improved since the retirement of the old Silverlight-based legacy portal.

What is most valuable?

Microsoft Intune's Autopilot has been nice to have. It provides a cloud deployment process where we don't even have to touch the equipment—it arrives provisioned and ready to go.

What needs improvement?

Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities. This is an area I believe needs improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for about five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is nice that we don't have to manage any local on-prem servers. Intune just runs itself.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It's nice that we can provision a bunch of equipment almost immediately without any hands-on involvement.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft support has significantly improved since we obtained the Enterprise Agreement. Previously, the support we received was not as satisfactory.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

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

We previously used SCCM to manage our devices but switched to Microsoft Intune to simplify cloud management when we transitioned to a remote workforce during the pandemic. We are pleased with the transition to Intune.

How was the initial setup?

The initial deployment went smoothly thanks to our Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, which provided access to support and Software Assurance Training hours. The documentation was clear, concise, and easy to implement.

What about the implementation team?

We implemented Microsoft Intune in-house.

What was our ROI?

Microsoft Intune's Autopatch feature has significantly reduced the time and effort required by IT administrators, resulting in a positive return on investment by streamlining patching processes and increasing efficiency.

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

Intune is included with our F3 and E5 licenses. However, some suite features should be accessible without additional cost, a sentiment widely echoed online.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We evaluated several solutions, including ManageEngine and Meraki, before ultimately selecting Intune, which was conveniently included in our existing licensing agreement.

There were some aspects that were easier in some of the competitive solutions, but we would have had to pay extra. It wasn't included, so we decided to go with Intune. And overall, as the years progressed, Intune improved some of that functionality.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten for scalability.

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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Its security integration offers a view into different vulnerabilities and enables us to secure them more effectively
Pros and Cons
  • "Intune's integration with Defender and other security solutions is valuable because it offers a view into different security vulnerabilities and enables us to secure them more effectively."
  • "I rate Intune 10 out of 10."
  • "Intune's server management could be better. If it could incorporate more features from System Center into Intune's Configuration Manager, it would be beneficial."
  • "Intune's server management could be better. If it could incorporate more features from System Center into Intune's Configuration Manager, it would be beneficial."

What is our primary use case?

Our primary use case for Intune has been securing our desktops. We now also use it to secure our servers, which started about a year ago.

How has it helped my organization?

Before, we used to reactively track down issues and fix security holes. Now, we're more proactive, stopping threats before they occur rather than reactively removing them afterward. This change helps stop the spreading of security issues.

What is most valuable?

Intune's integration with Defender and other security solutions is valuable because it offers a view into different security vulnerabilities and enables us to secure them more effectively. It's easy to use. There isn't a huge learning curve. It doesn't take long to get in and figure out where everything is. 

The application management feature's automatic updates help a lot, especially when we need to push updated scripts and apps to our desktops. We can update quickly instead of getting everybody to download and install it. 

What needs improvement?

Intune's server management could be better. If it could incorporate more features from System Center into Intune's Configuration Manager, it would be beneficial.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Microsoft Intune for about seven years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

There are no problems with Intune's stability. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Scalability is great. We've had no issues scaling it across different environments, managing multiple Office 365 tenants and servers with no problems.

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

We used System Center Configuration Manager before moving to Intune. It's essentially an upgrade that allows us to manage both desktops and servers.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup had some issues, primarily with understanding scattered documentation, but it was resolved without much difficulty.

What about the implementation team?

We deployed Intune in-house with our internal IT staff.

What was our ROI?

We are saving at least two or three hours a day since implementing Intune.

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

I don't have any information on pricing, setup costs, or licensing.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We did not evaluate other options before choosing Intune.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Intune 10 out of 10.

Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
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MDM Analyst at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
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Significant cost savings with streamlined device management
Pros and Cons
  • "Intune's most valuable feature is its centralized management capability."
  • "Intune's most valuable feature is its centralized management capability."
  • "The time we have to wait to deploy policies has room for improvement."
  • "The time we have to wait to deploy policies has room for improvement."

What is our primary use case?

Our company has consistently used Microsoft products. As the mobile device administrator, I oversaw the transition from Workspace ONE to Microsoft Intune. This decision stemmed from a desire to reduce licensing costs by leveraging existing Microsoft licenses held by all employees, ultimately leading to significant financial savings.

How has it helped my organization?

Intune consolidates endpoint and security management tools into a single platform. This centralized approach allows for specialized roles while maintaining a shared understanding of the complete security solution.

Intune's overall user experience is good.

What is most valuable?

Intune's most valuable feature is its centralized management capability.

The enterprise application management system for mobile devices is effective for app discovery, deployment, and automatic updates. The automatic update feature functions well, eliminating the need for manual updates and individual prompts, which is convenient for both administrators and users.

Intune has made things easier for us because we are using Autopilot to build our laptops.

We've saved a lot of money by moving from Workspace ONE to Microsoft Intune for mobiles.

What needs improvement?

I've recently started using Microsoft Intune, specifically its mobile device management features. While both Intune and Workspace ONE offer similar functionality, I've noticed that Workspace ONE operates in real-time, whereas Intune has a noticeable delay when deploying policies or apps. The time we have to wait to deploy policies has room for improvement.

People using Intune for Windows deployment, etcetera, can get annoyed because of the Windows updates.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for three months because we've just moved over.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

From a mobile perspective, Microsoft Intune has been stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

From a mobile perspective, Microsoft Intune is easily scalable.

How are customer service and support?

I have contacted technical support only once, and it was very helpful.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

We used VMware Workspace ONE previously. The decision to switch and save on costs was made by the higher-ups.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune nine out of ten.

I would definitely recommend Intune to a colleague. It provides a centralized platform for managing various devices, including laptops, desktops, and mobile devices, and seamlessly integrates with other Microsoft solutions like Azure and Active Directory.

We have a team that continuously works on solutions to make workflows smooth, like building laptops and ensuring deployments work smoothly.

Microsoft Intune is deployed across various departments and locations within our local government council. We have different physical sites and departments, and Intune is managed and implemented at the departmental level.

Our team is continuously developing solutions to streamline the laptop production workflow, including assembly, traffic management, and deployment. We also have a separate team dedicated to ensuring the process runs smoothly.

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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