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Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
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We can deploy an application to several users with a single click
Pros and Cons
  • "Intune is flexible. If you want to move a device that was previously on-prem, we can bring it to the cloud and apply all the policies. This is helpful for even those organizations that were on-prem and not on the cloud. They can also come and use these features, which are pretty cool and would be handy to protect the data and manage the devices as well."
  • "The best part of Intune is application deployment. We can deploy an application to several users with a single click. We can use conditional access, granting access to users based on certain conditions, such as location, platform, etc."
  • "The reporting causes problems because we're trying to gather data to present to the management, but we can't get the data they request. If a user has removed an application from his device, but it won't report it at exactly the right time. It takes time to sync from the device to the portal. Let's say we are preparing a list or deck for the number of compliant devices that meet all of the organization's requirements. In a real-time scenario, that device could be compliant, but it is showing as non-compliant on the portal. It sometimes hampers the overall decisions that we make on our end."

What is our primary use case?

We use Intune to manage devices and configurations on all platforms, including Windows, iOS, iPad, and Android. It also provides conditional access from the Azure portal. We have also used Intune to bifurcate data and data transfers. We have an Intune entry list that shows the device count and bandwidth of each, so we can manage the data flow from every device based on whether it's corporate or personal. 

How has it helped my organization?

Intune is flexible. If you want to move a device that was previously on-prem, we can bring it to the cloud and apply all the policies. This is helpful for even those organizations that were on-prem and not on the cloud. They can also come and use these features, which are pretty cool and would be handy to protect the data and manage the devices as well.

It's handy to manage all the hybrid devices that are on-prem and in the cloud. If a user accesses company resources on their work profile or their personal devices, they can register the device in Intune and access the company data. Intune is a crucial part of the overall structure because we can use it to analyze risks and threats coming into our organization and predict what will be vulnerable. It's necessary to analyze all those things from a security perspective.

Intune's advanced endpoint analytics require a separate license. We are keen to use that one because it comes with more features, flexibility, and control for admins over the devices. We haven't used it, but I've tested it on my tenant with a few devices

It is much easier for admins to use that cloud PKI infrastructure compared to when we had to set up all those things using our Skype profile from Intune. It's quite handy. It takes a little work on the admin side, but the whole structure is the same.

Intune drastically improved our productivity. Work that was previously completed in four hours could now be finished in one. It saved our IT admins many hours of work. Once we migrated from our on-prem servers to the cloud, the Cloud PKI saved us a lot of money. I don't know the numbers, but we are saving so much money because of this. 

What is most valuable?

The best part of Intune is application deployment. We can deploy an application to several users with a single click. We can use conditional access, granting access to users based on certain conditions, such as location, platform, etc. 

With the help of Microsoft Defender, we can bring each endpoint or node under  Intune's umbrella and manage it through Defender. The most effective feature for managing mobile devices is the compliance policy, which mandates that any user on a particular device should be compliant. It should meet the requirements the company sets and be upgraded. The user should meet all these security criteria we have implemented. 

Intune's app management can support our business operations. For example, if a user wants an Android app, we can deploy it through the Android store, but if we're talking about any MSI on a public-facing platform, we can convert it into Win32 and deploy it to the whole enrollment. Intune is quite flexible.

Compared to another Indian MDM tool I use, Intune provides more flexibility for security. The Microsoft name assures us that our data will be protected. Control over data is the main concern on the cloud.

What needs improvement?

The reporting causes problems because we're trying to gather data to present to the management, but we can't get the data they request. If a user has removed an application from his device, but it won't report it at exactly the right time. It takes time to sync from the device to the portal. Let's say we are preparing a list or deck for the number of compliant devices that meet all of the organization's requirements. In a real-time scenario, that device could be compliant, but it is showing as non-compliant on the portal. It sometimes hampers the overall decisions that we make on our end.

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For how long have I used the solution?

I have used Intune for four and a half years.

How are customer service and support?

I rate Microsoft premium support nine out of 10. Their premium support is top-notch. They build a bridge to resolve the issues. Standard support varies, depending on the engineer you get. It could range from six to eight out of 10. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

Previously we used SCCM. It's a Microsoft solution, but Intune's user experience is much better because it's cloud-based and it's more cost-effective. 

How was the initial setup?

Deploying Intune is pretty simple for someone who is experienced with the program. The admin needs to know the basics. Otherwise, it's user-friendly. The time needed to deploy depends on the network, but if everything is perfect, it only takes five to 10 minutes to deploy an application on a Windows device. An Android device is in a similar range. In some weird scenarios, it may take 15 minutes. It doesn't require much maintenance after deployment because it's cloud-based, so we don't need to update anything.

What was our ROI?

Intune cuts the amount of time we spend on these tasks in half.

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

Intune is a better value than SCCM or other management tools because we can integrate more with Intune. 

What other advice do I have?

I rate Intune eight out of 10. I would recommend Intune to others. Microsoft offers many new handy features, such as the ledger and the ability to locally administer managed devices. It doesn't require much hassle to set up these things. It's worth the price.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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Streamlines device and application management across diverse platforms, offering centralized control, security compliance, and enhancing organizational efficiency
Pros and Cons
  • "One of the most valuable aspects of Microsoft Intune is its seamless integration with Azure Active Directory, offering capabilities akin to Group Policy Objects."
  • "Having a dedicated configuration server that assists in modifying the configuration service, and creating personalized structures, interfaces, and web services could enhance usability."

How has it helped my organization?

While Microsoft Intune offers centralized management and policy enforcement, it doesn't consolidate all endpoint and security management tools into a single platform. To comprehensively safeguard systems, additional solutions such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are necessary.

Achieving comprehensive endpoint visibility and IT control across various device platforms is a complex task, considering the diversity and freedom inherent in different systems. However, when it comes to deploying and managing devices like tablets, mobile phones, laptops, and specialized devices in Germany, a systematic and organized approach is crucial. Particularly noteworthy is the ability to configure IoT devices, such as numerous thermostats, water control systems, or sprinkler devices. Without a solution like Intune, scaling becomes a challenging issue, especially when dealing with thousands of such devices. Therefore, the use of a system like Intune becomes imperative in addressing these scaling challenges and ensuring effective device management.

On a scale of one to ten, I would rate my user experience with Intune as a six. The lack of intuitiveness makes it cumbersome to track and understand what needs configuration, especially when dealing with aspects like OneDrive and having to cross-reference settings across different areas of Intune.

In the context of securing hybrid work with Intune, our experience involved a two-day effort to configure the certificate for the Conditional Access server. However, once this initial setup was completed, we successfully configured VPN access for mobile phones. Despite the initial complexity, especially for a large company, Intune delivered on its advertised promises and proved effective in fulfilling the intended security functions.

Intune's effectiveness in securing data on company and BYOD devices is based on distributing security configuration data. While valuable, Intune has limitations, and comprehensive protection against cyber threats requires a sophisticated approach, including hybrid artificial intelligence solutions like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. While Intune aids in system configuration, detecting and preventing attacks demands a more advanced defense strategy, comparable to sophisticated endpoint protection. Hybrid AI, with continuous human input, enhances threat evaluation, recognizing nuanced situations like suspicious timings in actions on developer endpoints.

It positively impacted IT productivity within the organization by enabling the secure addition of thousands of mobile phones to the VPN. In this regard, it performed effectively.

It played a crucial role in mitigating the risk of security breaches by securely distributing VPN certificates. While effective in this aspect, it's important to note that this alone is not sufficient. Endpoint security, such as developer endpoints, is analogous to having specialized tools for reading and managing complex systems.

It significantly contributed to cost savings. Manual configuration for each mobile phone would have taken approximately an hour per device per year, amounting to three or four thousand hours annually. However, with Intune, we accomplished the task in two days for five thousand devices, equivalent to around one hundred sixty hours. This resulted in substantial efficiency, reducing the effort from an ongoing five thousand hours per year to a one-time investment of a hundred sixty hours.

What is most valuable?

One of the most valuable aspects of Microsoft Intune is its seamless integration with Azure Active Directory, offering capabilities akin to Group Policy Objects. This integration provides a centralized platform for managing and enforcing policies, ensuring the stability of configuration data across devices, resembling the familiar functionalities of traditional group policies in an on-premises Active Directory environment.

In utilizing Intune's endpoint privilege management feature, I've primarily focused on configuring VPN access and certificates, although I'm not an Intune specialist. It's versatile enough for both configuring VPN access and managing large-scale IoT servers. For instance, in building management systems, especially in large structures like bank buildings, where numerous actuators are involved, configuring and securing them becomes a complex task. Intune proves valuable in this context. However, it's essential to recognize that while Intune serves as a powerful tool, relying solely on it is insufficient for comprehensive system security.

The integration of Intune capabilities with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security is crucial. As mentioned earlier, securing your machine requires tools like a developer endpoint, and relying solely on Intune may not be sufficient. While Intune allows configuration and deployment of Defender for Endpoints, having a dedicated tool is essential. The unique selling point of Microsoft lies in its seamless integration, especially notable for those working with Linux systems, where Microsoft's comprehensive integration sets it apart.

What needs improvement?

In terms of configuration, my experience with Intune is somewhat mixed. The configuration tool appears to be scattered throughout the Intune interface, requiring frequent navigation back and forth. The web interface, while functional, isn't particularly user-friendly, leading me to find PowerShell a preferable option. However, using PowerShell involves investing time in developing scripts. The challenge lies in the complexity of navigating between profiles and MDM configurations. Multiple windows need to be open simultaneously to grasp the overall configuration landscape.

I wish there was an improvement in the configuration process, as currently, it involves navigating through different locations with multiple windows open. Having a dedicated configuration server that assists in modifying the configuration service, and creating personalized structures, interfaces, and web services could enhance usability.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with it for three years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

When evaluating stability, it's essential to consider the multitude of adversarial attempts, particularly from military opponents engaging in hacking activities. Microsoft has demonstrated its capability to withstand and defend against such sophisticated attacks, setting a high standard for security.

How are customer service and support?

Considering the extensive number of support calls, I believe Microsoft handles them as effectively as possible. I would rate its customer service and support eight out of ten.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

In the past, we utilized Windows services.

What about the implementation team?

The number of people required for deployment depends on the specific tasks at hand. For instance, implementing the VPN solution involved five individuals, including specialists for firewalls and virtualization for the server endpoint. If the focus is solely on Intune-related tasks, one expert may be sufficient. However, in typical scenarios where Intune is used for onboarding machines or mobile device management, you'll need administrators with access to the relevant machines. It functions as a collaborative administration tool, and the required personnel would depend on the number of departments involved.

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

The pricing is inherently reasonable, as Microsoft leverages market insights to maintain the total cost of ownership at around ninety to ninety-five percent of what would be incurred in an on-premise scenario. Microsoft products inherently benefit from economies of scale and global reach, making them cost-effective.

What other advice do I have?

It aids in vendor consolidation; otherwise, we would have had to manually configure around three thousand mobile phones.

It impacts the security posture positively when you are aware of what you configure and can update configurations promptly. However, as mentioned, the need for artificial intelligence in Endpoint Protection remains crucial.

I would recommend subscribing to reputable YouTube channels that focus on Intune or related topics. Building a strong foundation and gaining practical experience is crucial to understanding the intricacies of Intune. Overall, I would rate it eight out of ten.

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Team Lead, Cybersecurity at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Top 20
Improves productivity and is free with our license but it isn't very flexible
Pros and Cons
  • "We work completely in a Microsoft environment. Its interface is similar to other Microsoft solutions that we are using such as Microsoft Defender. So far, for our administrators, it is easy to use."
  • "At the moment, we need more flexibility. We have some offices migrating to Windows 11 remotely. Sometimes, it is difficult to manage image installation because we have to collect some information before starting image deployment. Currently, Intune cannot collect the information needed for deploying new images."

What is our primary use case?

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

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

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

How has it helped my organization?

Intune increases the productivity of our IT team. 

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

What is most valuable?

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

What needs improvement?

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

For how long have I used the solution?

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

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

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

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

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

How are customer service and support?

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

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

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

How was the initial setup?

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

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

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

What about the implementation team?

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

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

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

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

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

What other advice do I have?

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

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

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

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

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

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

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I like the solution's ability to install software to a device remotely and push policy through the Azure portal
Pros and Cons
  • "I like Intune's ability to install software to a device remotely and push policy through the Azure portal."
  • "One issue that Inutune can improve is password integration with the BitLocker key option. Another issue is assigning licenses. We can assign the licenses for some users on the BPM side, and our BPS users work on Outlook 365 but cannot access it there. A BPS person can go to the company portal and download Outlook 2016. They could improve the NDIS part to assign a license directly to the BPS person that allows them to install the Intune device manager directly on our system."

What is our primary use case?

We use Intune to manage more than 5,000 endpoints. It has many powerful tools that enable an organization to manage its devices and applications securely. The main capability is mobile device management (MDM), which allows you to manage hardware and mobile applications. I'm also working with application management. That lets you manage deployments, protections, renewals, identities, and device integration.

How has it helped my organization?

Before implementing Intune, we had to manage devices, access, admin, and planning directly. Intune improves user productivity while reducing IT support costs. It enables IT to optimize the user experience by streamlining configuration changes. By avoiding password issues, we can secure hybrid work. It creates a profile for each user who is issued an Intune-managed device. The solution increases IT productivity at our organization. Intune has saved us money.

What is most valuable?

I like Intune's ability to install software to a device remotely and push policy through the Azure portal. Intune is good for Windows-based devices. It's also integrated with Windows security tools like endpoint protection, DLP, etc. 

You have the option of automatically updating and syncing an Intune device. You can click the sync button, and then your device is configured for automatic installation in Intune. The analytics feature can enhance the end-user experience by checking your device for things like battery health.

Advanced features are included in the Microsoft Intune Suite for an additional license cost. One of these is centralized access management. Let's say a project requires a device not to have WiFi access. We can go into that device and disable the WiFi option.  

What needs improvement?

One issue that Inutune can improve is password integration with the BitLocker key option. Another issue is assigning licenses. We can assign the licenses for some users on the BPM side, and our BPS users work on Outlook 365 but cannot access it there. A BPS person can go to the company portal and download Outlook 2016. They could improve the NDIS part to assign a license directly to the BPS person that allows them to install the Intune device manager directly on our system. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Intune has been stable recently. One issue is that you cannot push the device's front image directly on the back end. If your WiFi is injected, the image isn't visible directly. The script can do through it slowly, but this is a problem. 

How was the initial setup?

It's a cloud-based solution, so you can log in to your Intune device.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Intune 10 out of 10. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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It solves many challenges we face in deploying and configuring devices
Pros and Cons
  • "Intune's security features for Apple iOS and Mac OS are helpful. We can check enrollment, manage public and private settings, and manage the organization's data using security key features."
  • "Intune could add more Linux security features and more integration with on-prem devices. The application deployments can also be improved."

What is our primary use case?

I'm part of a break/fix team using Intune to support our clients. We support Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows devices and help customers with enrollment issues, Apple configuration problems, app deployment, and other issues. My clients are small-to-medium-sized.

How has it helped my organization?

Intune brings all endpoints and security management into one place. Through the same portal, we can manage policies and deploy apps. If we push apps through the portal, they can be deployed to all users. 

Intune makes it easier to manage devices, saving us time. It solves many challenges we face in deploying and configuring devices. When something breaks, we need to investigate, starting with the configuration. For example, the kiosks are Android-based devices. When we have issues, we need to check to ensure everything is configured correctly on the portal. 

What is most valuable?

Intune's security features for Apple iOS and Mac OS are helpful. We can check enrollment, manage public and private settings, and manage the organization's data using security key features. Like the MCM interface, the Intune portal is flexible and easy to understand.

The Cloud PKI feature helps us manage our complex certificate infrastructure across our cloud and on-prem Active Directories. We are using Copilot. The settings are controlled by Intune and SCCM, so Copilot works the same regardless of the product we use. It simplifies IT operations and helps us manage both. We can use AD Connect to integrate our on-prem Active Directory, connect with hybrid devices, and manage every device in the organization.

What needs improvement?

Intune could add more Linux security features and more integration with on-prem devices. The application deployments can also be improved. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have used Intune for around two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Intune nine out of 10 for stability. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate Intune nine out of 10 for scalability. 

How are customer service and support?

I rate Microsoft support nine out of 10. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

We use SCCM to manage users and patches. We can push all the patches using Microsoft releases patches where we can push in a one we're using a one group and meeting one group, and then we are pushing it through this patch management.

How was the initial setup?

Deploying Intune can take one to three days, depending on the configuration required. 

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

I rate Intune seven out of 10 for pricing.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?


What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Intune nine out of 10. I recommend Intune because it's more flexible, user-friendly, and has more security features. I work with Microsoft technologies like SCCM, Windows Server, and Intune. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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A modern, cloud-based solution for centralized management
Pros and Cons
  • "It is helpful for managing devices anytime and any place without requiring dependency on the local networks."
  • "There is still a gap between SCCM and Intune, especially in the reporting, inventory, and software deployment areas."

What is our primary use case?

I was using Intune with a customer. I had a long-term contract with a mining company, and then I moved to another organization. I am now in a different company. They all are large organizations. They are moving to the cloud, and Intune is one of the tools they are going to utilize.

In my previous job, Intune was being used for the cloud environment. We migrated fully from on-premises SCCM to cloud-only managed. We were utilizing all the benefits of Intune for cloud management, such as Windows updates, encryption, configuration, replacement of GPOs, etc. Moving away from the SCCM to Intune was a part of my previous job.

How has it helped my organization?

It is a modern tool. It is a cloud-based or software-as-a-service tool that gives you centralized management at one location. You have good dashboards. You have pretty much everything at a single location. You can manage different settings in one place. It is about manageability. It also gives you access from any place. It is a cloud solution, so as long as you have connectivity, you can do pretty much everything.

Intune brings all of the endpoint and security management tools into one place, but it is a lengthy process because I have been working for large organizations. They have been heavily dependent on on-premise services for years or decades, so the transition always takes time, but it is pretty successful. It is a good tool, but in security, there are dependencies, so it takes time for the transition to be successful. We have been using different security baselines and CIS or NAS methodology. It is a difficult process. Especially when you do GPO migration, not all settings are yet directly supported in Intune. Sometimes, you have to do a bit of workaround, power shell settings, and registry settings. It is tricky, but it is a key area for a successful transition.

Intune does not yet provide full endpoint visibility and IT control across device platforms. There is still a significant gap between all the systems we used on-premise and Intune. It is probably going to take time for Microsoft to fill the gap. Sometimes, you have to use third-party products, and sometimes, you have to use workarounds. It is a tricky one, but Microsoft is moving in the right direction, slowly but surely.

In terms of user experience, users do not use Intune. From the user perspective, it is about the performance and the impact, and there are some analytical tools to measure performance, reliability, etc. The built-in reporting is pretty good.

Intune affects IT productivity. From the IT operations perspective, things are much more simplified. The transition also enforces some cleanups, optimization, etc. It is definitely a great improvement for the IT organization.

Intune itself has probably not reduced the risk of security breaches, but there are many add-ons. There are many security products from Microsoft that integrate with Intune and Azure. Its reporting is great. By having the right knowledge and the right understanding, you can utilize this. There are some security baselines that you can utilize in Intune, which are coming out of the box. Microsoft is providing its own products for security, and this is probably an area we should explore.

Intune helps to save costs. As a part of the transition from on-premises to Intune, you can decommission your legacy infrastructure such as SCCM and domain controllers.

Intune has helped to consolidate vendors. It is one product, and Microsoft is trying to fill all the gaps with the add-ons. Microsoft is constantly adding functionality pretty much on a monthly basis. Utilizing a single vendor or single tool set is always good. This consolidation affects the licensing costs. When you have a single vendor, you have more options for contract negotiation, license discounts, etc.

It is very important that the capabilities of the Intune Suite are integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices. You have a single pane and the same toolset. It is always good to utilize a single product.

What is most valuable?

It is a modern desktop management tool. It is a replacement for SCCM and GPOs. When organizations are moving away from the AD to Azure AD, especially for devices, it is very useful. It is helpful for managing devices anytime and any place without requiring dependency on the local networks.

What needs improvement?

There is still a gap between SCCM and Intune, especially in the reporting, inventory, and software deployment areas. For people using SCCM, Intune seems to be very simple. It is a good thing, but sometimes, it is a bad thing. There is a significant gap, especially for large organizations in terms of functionality. Microsoft still has a lot to do.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Intune for about 5 years. I am an endpoint management specialist. I am using it pretty much daily.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate it an 8 out of 10 for stability. It is still under development, so there are issues. Sometimes, settings are not consistently applied everywhere, so they give unexpected results. It is probably because of the learning curve and also the ongoing development. Sometimes, there are bugs or some mistakes. It is a cloud environment, and sometimes, some settings are not applied. It is a matter of time. It will get fixed.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is very scalable. It is practically unlimited.

I have been working with companies with different numbers of users and devices. In one company, there were 40,000 devices, and in another one, there were 300,000. The number of users is more than the number of devices because the companies I have been working with have different shifts, so they are sharing devices. That is why there are more users than devices. The average is 35,000.

How are customer service and support?

The first and the second lines of support are quite poor. They redirect end users to publicly available documentation, which is not very useful because usually, the first thing you do is to check what is available publicly before you raise the ticket. Their support is not very good. 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?

I have been mostly using SCCM. The move to Intune was a part of the cloud transition. Most companies are moving not only the MDM solution but all kinds of services to the cloud. Intune is just one of them. It covers one of the areas.

How was the initial setup?

Its deployment and maintenance are easy. I would rate it a 9 out of 10 for both. It is generally deployed on a public cloud.

The number of people required for maintenance depends on the size of the organization. One person is never good enough because you need to consider various time zones, people going on leave, etc. 

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

Intune comes with the licensing that is common for large organizations. However, Microsoft has recently released many add-ons that are very expensive, especially for large organizations or corporations. They are not very happy. They are not willing to buy them. That is the problem. Microsoft should probably work on the strategy for pricing for the add-ons.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

They probably did not evaluate other options. A lot of organizations are trying to use one vendor, and they have been using Microsoft for a long time. Intune seems to be the most complete as compared to others. I have been doing some research recently for a company, and I have been going through some Gartner reports. Intune is clearly number one in this area.

What other advice do I have?

To those evaluating this solution, I would advise to be aware of the fact that this is a product that is still being developed. There are many features that are not available yet, especially as compared to a product like SCCM which has been on the market for many years. Do not expect everything to be available straight away. 

I have not used Intune much for BYO devices. The companies I have been working with do not allow that. They either provide their own hardware, such as laptops or desktops, or virtual desktops such as cloud PCs. They either have Azure virtual desktop or Windows 365, so I do not have much experience with BYO devices.

I have also not used Intune's Endpoint Privilege Management feature. It is probably a new functionality that is not free. For large organizations, it is a significant cost, so they are reluctant to go in this direction. They might use it in the future.

Because of its scalability and future-proofing, I would rate Intune a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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reviewer2383836 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Associate, IT Operation at a venture capital & private equity firm with 51-200 employees
Real User
Top 20
Simplifies operations, but the UI needs improvement
Pros and Cons
  • "The ability to push applications on devices is valuable. You do not have to manually install applications one by one. If you like to use ten different applications, you do not have to manually go and download them one by one. Intune can compile a package for you, and then you can just push them from the admin center."
  • "I would like to see easier pushdowns. Currently, we have to package our own software and then push it. Intune can make that way easier and integrate applications, such as Zoom and Adobe Acrobat, that are used by a lot of enterprise or corporate organizations."

What is our primary use case?

We control the endpoints and push the software. We also manage the patch schedule, quality updates, and feature updates. We use pretty much everything that is offered within Intune.

How has it helped my organization?

Our operations are much simplified. Traditionally, IT support has to manually install a lot of software. For example, Adobe, Google Talk, Google Hangouts, or any other solution has to be installed manually. With Intune, we can automate when somebody is joining. When a laptop joins the company domain, it is much easier to install different applications.

Intune brings all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place. It is always nice when you have a centralized place to look at all the devices. It helps the IT administrators to have a broader overview. It helps if they want to have a quick look at the endpoints or any software that did not install correctly. It has been great for the IT administrators. I log in pretty much every day to take a look at any failures, any out-of-compliance devices, etc.

Intune has been beneficial to me. I have been using it daily. I can see everything through one dashboard. I do not have to jump in and out of different places. 

Intune has definitely saved us costs. We do not have to go and get another software. We are saving quite a lot there, maybe 30,000 to 40,000 annually.

In terms of user experience, the good thing is that users do not feel anything. The users do not have to experience a reboot when an application gets installed. Traditionally, they have to restart their laptop or they experience slowness. All these issues are gone. It is all done in the background. The whole idea is that the user does not need to know what is going on at the back. They just need to use the application. When it gets installed, they will get a notification saying that the app has been installed by their admin. They can then just open the app and use it. That is it.

What is most valuable?

The ability to push applications on devices is valuable. You do not have to manually install applications one by one. If you like to use ten different applications, you do not have to manually go and download them one by one. Intune can compile a package for you, and then you can just push them from the admin center.

What needs improvement?

I would like to see easier pushdowns. Currently, we have to package our own software and then push it. Intune can make that way easier and integrate applications, such as Zoom and Adobe Acrobat, that are used by a lot of enterprise or corporate organizations. If they can integrate all the applications in their Intune system and allow all the IT admin to see any vulnerability upgrades or any feature upgrades required, that would be great. Currently, we do not have this kind of information proactively showing up in the admin dashboard.

The UI is very difficult to navigate around. You have to click multiple times. For example, you have to click four or five times to get to the BitLocker key. If something is missing or something is not installed properly, you get the same error every time. Behind the error message, there is a lot of meaning to it. The user interface and the way Intune shows the errors for troubleshooting do not make it very useful for me. We can only get a glimpse of the error, but you have to figure out the rest of the things on your own. You have to go to Google, or you have to go to GitHub or another forum to find any related information.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Microsoft Intune since I joined this company. I have been with the company for two years, and my company has been using it longer than that.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate it a 6 out of 10 for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I would rate it a 6 out of 10 for scalability.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft support does not know a lot of things. There was some issue with the software integration or software deployment. If you ever open a case with them, I feel like they do not really know a lot of things. If you open 5 cases, they are able to resolve only 1 of them. You have to resolve the rest of the 4 cases yourself. You have to troubleshoot them on your own. Their support is not that great. I would rate their support a 4 out of 10.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

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

I have not used any similar solution.

How was the initial setup?

We have a cloud environment. Its initial setup was straightforward.

It does not require any maintenance from our side.

What about the implementation team?

I did it all by myself. I do not need any help.

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

Its price is quite okay. I wish they provide certain additional features with the same license.

What other advice do I have?

There are a lot of free videos about Intune on YouTube. To those who would like to use Intune, I would advise having a look at those videos to learn how to navigate around and how to use it before they start using Intune. From there, they can completely kick off the journey with Intune.

I would rate Intune a 7 out of 10.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Jon McWilliams - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Technology Specialist at CMIT Solutions
MSP
Top 5
Helps reduce the risk of breaches, improves security, and saves costs
Pros and Cons
  • "The Asset Management and Auto Pilot are valuable features."
  • "The Mac integration has room for improvement."

What is our primary use case?

We use Microsoft Intune to automate the onboarding and maintenance of our customers.

Before using Microsoft Intune, we struggled with software deployment and remote device wipe capabilities.

Most of the Intune is for all the remote devices, so it's all on-prem. For cloud, it wouldn't make too much sense.

How has it helped my organization?

Microsoft Intune brings all our endpoint and security management tools into one place. We use both Mac and Windows devices. Having all our endpoints and management tools in one place is helpful. I have a single place to check for current status and add and remove assets.

Microsoft Intune provides full endpoint visibility and IT control across device platforms. Having full endpoint visibility and IT control across device platforms allows us to deploy and manage the systems more effectively.

Intune works well and is seamless for the users.

Intune has allowed us to standardize better.

Intune's use of Microsoft security signals has improved our security because we can now take remote action on these systems as well as have a more common deployment.

It has helped to reduce the risk of security breaches in our organization because of the standardization and single sign-on.

It has also helped us reduce the number of IT staff, saving us costs.

What is most valuable?

The Asset Management and Auto Pilot are valuable features.

One of the other features we leverage is the single sign-on that Intune facilitates.

What needs improvement?

The Mac integration has room for improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Intune for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I have not had any stability issues with Microsoft Intune.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Microsoft Intune is highly scalable.

How are customer service and support?

Although I have not used the technical support for Intune, I am not happy with Microsoft's technical support in general.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Negative

How was the initial setup?

The initial deployment was complex until we understood the process. We went through a simple dev test and then prod methodology. 

Two to three people were required for the deployment.

What about the implementation team?

We implement Intune for our customers.

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

For organizations that are a Microsoft shop, the pricing is compelling. To buy it outright, it's two dollars a seat, which is cheap. The price is worth it.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten.

We have 400 users across multiple regions internationally.

Given the evolving security landscape in the cloud, it's crucial that Intune Suite is integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices.

Maintenance is required to keep the packages up to date for any software we deploy. We have four people that deal with the maintenance.

I recommend planning and understanding how Intune will be used before deploying it.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
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