Director de Microsoft y Transformación Digital at Compucad
Reseller
Top 20
2024-04-16T23:02:00Z
Apr 16, 2024
In my opinion, Windows Autopilot works very well for our current usage. However, I haven't delved into configuring it on a deeper level. There may be features, like those tailored for schools or places requiring repeated image deployment, that I haven't explored. But for our purposes, such as setting up new machines for employees, it works perfectly. I would definitely recommend Windows Autopilot to others. It's a stable solution backed by Microsoft. While there may be other solutions available, Microsoft's backing assures that your information will be secure and that you'll receive proper support. While Windows Autopilot may not directly address trends like bring your own device since it's designed for company-owned machines, it does contribute to standardization, which enhances security. Having consistent machine names and configurations makes it easier to detect anomalies on the network. Additionally, the tool streamlines the process for temporary workers, enabling equipment deployment to be expedited. I rate the overall product a ten out of ten.
I give the solution an eight out of ten. The solution requires one person for maintenance. Windows Autopilot really helps us reduce the time spent during new employee onboarding in terms of device deployment and device setup. However, it's really critical that we have a good relationship with our hardware suppliers, PC suppliers, or vendors because that's where the whole Windows Autopilot process starts. The only downside to Windows Autopilot is that some vendors take advantage and insist that we upgrade our plan or our subscription with them. Some require that we make a higher purchase commitment. Once a good relationship is established with the vendors the solution works well.
In my opinion, Windows Autopilot works very well for our current usage. However, I haven't delved into configuring it on a deeper level. There may be features, like those tailored for schools or places requiring repeated image deployment, that I haven't explored. But for our purposes, such as setting up new machines for employees, it works perfectly. I would definitely recommend Windows Autopilot to others. It's a stable solution backed by Microsoft. While there may be other solutions available, Microsoft's backing assures that your information will be secure and that you'll receive proper support. While Windows Autopilot may not directly address trends like bring your own device since it's designed for company-owned machines, it does contribute to standardization, which enhances security. Having consistent machine names and configurations makes it easier to detect anomalies on the network. Additionally, the tool streamlines the process for temporary workers, enabling equipment deployment to be expedited. I rate the overall product a ten out of ten.
We encountered no challenges while integrating the product with InTune and Entra. I rate it a seven out of ten.
I advise others to read the manual to know how to use the tool. I rate Windows Autopilot a nine out of ten.
I give the solution an eight out of ten. The solution requires one person for maintenance. Windows Autopilot really helps us reduce the time spent during new employee onboarding in terms of device deployment and device setup. However, it's really critical that we have a good relationship with our hardware suppliers, PC suppliers, or vendors because that's where the whole Windows Autopilot process starts. The only downside to Windows Autopilot is that some vendors take advantage and insist that we upgrade our plan or our subscription with them. Some require that we make a higher purchase commitment. Once a good relationship is established with the vendors the solution works well.