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Good patch management process, and works well with Windows, but does not work well with Apple devices
Pros and Cons
  • "I can see that the patch management process is much improved with the bundled patch management option available in Microsoft Intune compared to the KPI deployment required by the other deployment solutions."
  • "Deploying an app can be a complex process due to dependencies."

What is our primary use case?

The primary use case of Microsoft Intune is for patch management and app deployment.

Microsoft Intune is deployed in a hybrid environment and we use Atel cloud.

What is most valuable?

I can see that the patch management process is much improved with the bundled patch management option available in Microsoft Intune compared to the KPI deployment required by the other deployment solutions.

What needs improvement?

Deploying an app can be a complex process due to dependencies. For example, I have a package with three files that need to run, but one of them has a dependency on another one. This can be challenging to manage with the Intune app deployment and has room for improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for one month.

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How are customer service and support?

We have premium technical support from Microsoft.

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

We currently also use BigFix.

How was the initial setup?

We have not yet implemented the solution but the app deployment is a bit complex.

When we add a device to the Azure domain, the activation process for Intune is simple and straightforward with no added complexity.

What about the implementation team?

We partnered with Microsoft to help us implement the solution in our environment.

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

Intune is cost-effective as it is included in some of the Office 365 packages. GMF can be more expensive.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We evaluated Jamf Pro and will be rolling it out for Apple devices.

What other advice do I have?

I give the solution a seven out of ten.

As of now, we deployed the solution onto 10,000 devices and when completed it will be 30,000 devices. The solution is used in multiple departments in multiple geographical locations.

Microsoft Intune is a Windows solution, and organizations can take advantage of its features. However, I would not recommend using iOS devices with Microsoft Intune as it is suited for Windows only.

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?

Other
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Manages diverse device environments efficiently with cloud performance
Pros and Cons
  • "Based on my experience, I would recommend Microsoft Intune to organizations looking for management of a large number of devices and enterprise environments."

    What is our primary use case?

    Based on my experience, I would recommend Microsoft Intune to organizations looking for management of a large number of devices and enterprise environments. 

    I would suggest Microsoft Intune because it is a better platform since it can handle Windows, iOS, and other Linux systems. If an organization is looking to manage only Apple devices, I would prefer Jamf, as it is one of the better tools for handling Apple devices.

    What is most valuable?

    I haven't had any limitations or performance issues with Microsoft Intune since it has been a cloud-based tool. We haven't experienced many issues with performance as it is always up and running.

    What needs improvement?

    In my additional experience with Microsoft Intune, although it is a cloud environment, it still has some flaws. Microsoft might be aware that it cannot handle much load capacity, such as multiple deployments at the same time. While these deployments are possible, there will be some load balancing issues. The load handling experiences slow network fluctuations.

    What other advice do I have?

    Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback about Microsoft Intune. On a scale of one to ten, I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud

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

    Microsoft Azure
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    Top 20
    Great support, effective, and saves time and money
    Pros and Cons
    • "The feature I like the most is that we can perform remote tasks. If we want to retire or wipe out personal data or corporate data from a device, we can use Microsoft Intune remotely, and with the click of a button, data is removed automatically. Nothing needs to be done from the end-user side."
    • "The backend of Microsoft Intune needs to be improved. We have seen a little bit of delay as compared to other MDM solutions. That needs to be improved. A little bit more granularity should also be added"

    What is our primary use case?

    We are using Microsoft Intune for personal devices, specifically for mobile devices with Android, iOS, and Windows. We have applied the policies over there for device restriction and compliance. We also have a few policies related to Microsoft Defender.

    How has it helped my organization?

    At the security level, it has done wonders. We can easily differentiate between applications. For example, there are a few applications that are only related to the organization's work. We can deploy those applications.

    It is very effective. Since the pandemic, we have been in the remote work scenario. We are managing people working from the office and home. Microsoft Intune has been helping us with most tasks we are doing, such as deploying applications and resetting passwords. We are also enrolling the devices. It has saved lots of time and money.

    It did not take us long to realize its benefits. We just put our scenarios, and it took us a month or two months.

    Microsoft Intune integrates well with other Microsoft solutions. It collaborates well with Defender and Cloud PC. We will see a few more collaborations in the future. It will work with other features of Microsoft as well.

    The reporting of Microsoft Intune is very good. They have been introducing new things as per the requirements of customers. It is quite granular compared to other MDM solutions.

    What is most valuable?

    The feature I like the most is that we can perform remote tasks. If we want to retire or wipe out personal data or corporate data from a device, we can use Microsoft Intune remotely, and with the click of a button, data is removed automatically. Nothing needs to be done from the end-user side.

    The App Protection policies are very effective. With these policies, we can separate the corporate data and personal data. We can block the sharing of information from personal data to corporate data and vice versa.

    What needs improvement?

    There are lots of areas. The backend of Microsoft Intune needs to be improved. We have seen a little bit of delay as compared to other MDM solutions. That needs to be improved. A little bit more granularity should also be added.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Microsoft Intune for 3 years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    Its stability is great. I would rate it a ten out of ten for stability.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    It has great features. It has a good amount of scalability.

    How are customer service and support?

    They have been great. They have a team that works granularly on the issues. They also have unified support for this. They also have 24/7 support. We get good support from Microsoft. I would rate them a nine out of ten.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

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

    I have only used SCCM which was provided by Microsoft and was totally on-premises. I have not used any MDM solutions from them.

    How was the initial setup?

    In my organization, it is a hybrid deployment. I was not involved in its initial deployment, but I know that it is a little bit complex for people who are using it from scratch. You need at least an experience with SCCM.

    It is deployed at a single location. In terms of maintenance, it does not require any maintenance from our side. Everything is handled by Microsoft.

    What was our ROI?

    We have seen an ROI.

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

    I am not that aware of the pricing, but as compared to other MDM solutions, Microsoft is providing a lot of things at the organizational level. So, it is quite reasonable as compared to other MDM solutions.

    What other advice do I have?

    I would recommend Microsoft Intune to others. If you have any plans for having remote work in your organization, Microsoft Intune has the capability. In the future, you will also see Microsoft handling everything related to Active Directory, which is the backbone of an organization, from Microsoft Intune itself. 

    I would advise learning Microsoft Intune as soon as possible because this is the future.

    I would rate Microsoft Intune a nine out of ten.

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    Head IT Engineering at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees
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    Helpful for security, visibility, and productivity
    Pros and Cons
    • "It has helped with compliance. It has helped to ensure that devices comply with the organization's policy. If they are not compliant and secure, they cannot access the resources."
    • "It would be good if, in addition to the minimal patching and compliance, we could also use Intune for application deployment. For instance, if a device is not patched, Intune should have the ability to push not only a Microsoft patch but also other patches, such as a browser patch."

    What is our primary use case?

    We have policies that need to be enforced regarding mobile devices accessing email and the corporate intranet. We have defined them in Intune so that the devices are not able to connect to the resources that they are not supposed to connect. This is the main use case for which we are using Intune.

    How has it helped my organization?

    It helps with security because everybody is not cautious. For security, it is quite useful. It has had a positive impact on the organization. We have zero tolerance for cybercrime. We do not want any threat to our systems. Intune has reduced the number of security issues. It helps to ensure that the devices are compliant and can connect. It also helps with some tracking.

    We understand that as an organization, we are not supposed to interfere with users' personal data. We are able to use Intune to segregate the applications. It controls what they are allowed to see on the bank network.

    We have three different categories of staff, and we are able to create and enforce policies based on each category.

    We have an overview of the devices in terms of security compliance and from where they are connecting with our network. We can also do root cause analysis when there is any issue. It also helps prevent data loss. If a user is doing something against the policy, it can inform the user.

    We have good visibility over mobile devices and workstations. If we have any problem, we know where it is coming from.

    Intune has helped with productivity. Before Intune, we were not able to give access to some remote workers because we were not able to check exactly what kind of devices they were using. We had a limited number of people who could work from home. With Intune, we are able to check the devices to allow them. If they cannot finish their work in the office, they can continue from home.

    What is most valuable?

    It has helped with compliance. It has helped to ensure that devices comply with the organization's policy. If they are not compliant and secure, they cannot access the resources.

    What needs improvement?

    It would be good if, in addition to the minimal patching and compliance, we could also use Intune for application deployment. For instance, if a device is not patched, Intune should have the ability to push not only a Microsoft patch but also other patches, such as a browser patch.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Intune for six years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    It does not have any problem.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    It is scalable.

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

    We were not using any similar solution previously.

    How was the initial setup?

    We have it on a public cloud. We have Microsoft 365. 

    It is not difficult to maintain because it is in the cloud. It is important for us that the capabilities of the Intune Suite are integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices.

    What about the implementation team?

    We had a Microsoft partner for some configuration and training. We did not have any issues.

    What was our ROI?

    We have seen a positive return on investment, but it is hard to quantify the ROI and put a value on it. As a bank, we must protect our data, and the cost of losing the data is very high.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    We did not evaluate other options.

    What other advice do I have?

    I would recommend it to others. I would rate Intune a nine out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Public Cloud
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    Chief Information Security Officer at a comms service provider with 11-50 employees
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    Top 20
    Helps reduce risk of breaches by making sure devices are patched, but granularity could be better
    Pros and Cons
    • "While I don't think you can ever have full visibility and control, Intune certainly allows us to see the applications being used and tells us if things like Windows patches aren't applied to machines. It does a good job. That visibility makes life a little easier."
    • "It's the granularity: 'Is your firewall on? Is BitLocker on?' It's not amazing granularity. But I've looked into other products, like Duo, and they're all similar."

    What is our primary use case?

    We use it for device compliance and posture, application control, and we use it for integration with our corporate devices.

    How has it helped my organization?

    It brings all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place and makes life a little bit easier. We're a Microsoft partner, and it integrates well and works quite well. We're also a Cisco partner, and it works well with Secure Endpoint and our existing Zscaler product.

    Similarly, when it comes to our organization's security, it makes life easy.

    Intune also helps reduce the risk of security breaches because we're making sure devices are patched and that firewalls are enabled. And that helps our organization save on costs.

    What is most valuable?

    While I don't think you can ever have full visibility and control, Intune certainly allows us to see the applications being used and tells us if things like Windows patches aren't applied to machines. It does a good job. That visibility makes life a little easier.

    The user experience with Intune is pretty good, the same as with all Microsoft products, really. Once you're used to one, you can use all of them.

    And it's not too bad for securing hybrid work and protecting data on company and BYO devices. As I said, we're using it in conjunction with our Zscaler deployment, so that obviously helps.

    What needs improvement?

    Some of the security posture limitations are not brilliant; they're not ideal, but they're not causing us a problem at the moment. It's the granularity: "Is your firewall on? Is BitLocker on?" It's not amazing granularity. But I've looked into other products, like Duo, and they're all similar.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Intune for four or five years.

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

    We worked with Cisco network monitoring, using Cisco ASA with RSA deployment. It had its issues. It wasn't very user-friendly. If a device wasn't posture-compliant, for example, it wouldn't explain to the user what they needed to do. There was also a bit of limitation with the operation alongside things like antivirus software. It didn't work very well with Sophos and other applications.

    What other advice do I have?

    Overall, Intune is not bad. It's okay.

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    System Specialist at BMIT SOLUTIONS
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    Helps securely manage devices at scale
    Pros and Cons
    • "I haven't used other mobile device management solutions, but compared to SCCM, we eliminate a lot of on-premises infrastructure and maintenance by using Intune."
    • "It would really be helpful to have the option to manage server operating systems as well, like Windows Server, at least. That way, we could scrap the use of SCCM, which requires a lot of on-premises infrastructure."

    What is our primary use case?

    I'm using all the services that Intune provides, including managing Windows 10 devices and mobile devices, with both the mobile application management and without enrolling the devices. I use it for deploying configuration profiles, compliance and app protection policies, as well as onboarding Windows 10 devices to the Defender portal.

    What is most valuable?

    I haven't used other mobile device management solutions, but compared to SCCM, we eliminate a lot of on-premises infrastructure and maintenance by using Intune.

    What needs improvement?

    For mobile device management, especially for the Windows operating system, it's quite impressive. But it would really be helpful to have the option to manage server operating systems as well, like Windows Server, at least. That way, we could scrap the use of SCCM, which requires a lot of on-premises infrastructure.

    Another area for improvement is the reporting structure. For example, currently, when deploying Windows 10 or Windows 11 updates, I don't get any detail or structured reports showing which updates are installed on the devices. It only gives me information on whether the update policy has been successfully deployed on the device or not. That type of installed-updates detail would be helpful.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I've been working with Intune for more than four years. I'm part of a support operations team managing clients' infrastructures on Intune.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The product is very stable. If you have to think about managing devices securely, go with Intune. Although I have not used any other mobile device management solutions, Intune is very reliable and it's hardly out of service at all.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    From the start of my career, I have been managing clients in Europe but Microsoft has no boundaries when it comes to using Intune. There are certain services that are restricted to specific regions, but that is not the case with Intune. It can be used in any region and with any number of users. I have managed environments with 5,000 to 10,000 devices enrolled in Intune.

    How are customer service and support?

    If there is a service outage, that is made very clear on Microsoft's service portal in the admin center. But if an issue comes up where, for example, a policy deployed from Intune has not been received on a device, it is very difficult to evaluate whether the issue is with Intune or the device. In that scenario, Microsoft itself is confused about whether the situation has to be escalated to the desktop support team or the Intune team.

    Other than that, everything is good.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial deployment process is very straightforward. It's software as a service. You just buy the subscription and start using it. It's not the case that there are very complex configurations or prerequisites to start off.

    It does not require any maintenance on the customer's side. Microsoft takes care of all the maintenance.

    What was our ROI?

    Having devices managed at scale and maintaining security posture are, of course, value-adds, in comparison with the cost our clients pay to purchase the service. It is worth it.

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

    Microsoft offers different licensing structures. It offers standalone licensing for Intune, but Intune is also included in other licenses, such as for Microsoft 365, E3, and E5, Business Premium, and Business Standard.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    There are other MDM solutions, like Workspace One from VMware, which has support for server operating systems as well. I've never used it but I did a quick comparison of the supported operating systems.

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    Real User
    Features flexible enrollment options and good wiping features, but management for laptops could be better
    Pros and Cons
    • "The ability to switch between Affinity and non-Affinity enrollment is great."
    • "The scalability could be improved, and like most other MDM products, Intune is good but not 100% there yet."

    What is our primary use case?

    We use the solution for auto-enrollment with app EPP and application deployment with EPP.

    We're currently testing the possibility of using the solution as a new MDM tool for mobile applications.

    All regions and departments operate on the same model; we turn on the device, select if it's personal or corporate, and all the products and profiles are loaded onto it.

    How has it helped my organization?

    The solution hasn't improved our organization yet, as we're still in the testing phase and have yet to go into full production.

    What is most valuable?

    The ability to switch between Affinity and non-Affinity enrollment is great. 

    The wiping features are very good. 

    The capacity to create more profiles and switch between corporate and personal devices are beneficial features.

    One of the main advantages of Intune is that it's a Microsoft product, so it integrates with the other MS products we use.

    What needs improvement?

    The solution needs to be better for managing laptops; many functions are still unavailable in this regard.

    The scalability could be improved, and like most other MDM products, Intune is good but not 100% there yet.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    We've been using the solution for a couple of years. 

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The stability is good, and there has been a lot of progress since I last used the solution.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The solution is working well for the most part, but some improvements could be made to the scalability. 

    How are customer service and support?

    I never had to contact technical support. 

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

    I previously used MobileIron UEM and VMware Workspace ONE.

    How was the initial setup?

    I wasn't involved in the initial deployment. Now that it's set up, deployment to devices requires turning the phone on, and the device will automatically pull up the profile if the client is linked to our Apple Business Manager tool. We currently have one staff member involved with the maintenance, but we're looking into distributing it to others on the same team.  

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

    The pricing for Intune and the competitor products are all within the same range, there is no true advantage when it comes to cost. 

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I evaluated MobileIron and VMware. 

    What other advice do I have?

    I rate the solution seven out of ten. 

    We have yet to reach a level where we can notice flaws or identify areas for improvement since we're still checking and have yet to run the solution through a capability list.

    My advice to others evaluating Intune is that it's the best solution for mobile devices like Androids and iPhones. However, if you're rolling out physical laptops, I recommend using a second tool, as there are still many unavailable options on the Intune app for laptops.  

    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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    L3 Technical Support Engineer at SV Gaming Limited
    Real User
    The solution enabled us to increase the security posture on all devices using compliance policies and configuration profiles
    Pros and Cons
    • "Intune's most valuable features are the device, compliance, and configuration policies."
    • "One area for improvement is app deployment. Another is the Windows update rollout. If you're rolling out an object to a device that's offline, Intune stops trying to reach this device after it sits idle for a bit. We are forced to find a workaround that could help manage that."

    What is our primary use case?

    We use Intune for device management, including policy management, application deployment, and patching.

    How has it helped my organization?

    Intune helps us evaluate and manage devices remotely. The solution enabled us to increase the security posture on all devices using compliance policies and configuration profiles. It took us a while to roll these things out because users were uncomfortable with the changes, so many pushed back on any limits to their freedom of access. 

    After a couple of months, everyone realized that we were trying to ensure all their devices were working as effectively and efficiently as possible. It took us about three to four months before we began realizing the full benefits of Intune. 

    What is most valuable?

    Intune's most valuable features are the device, compliance, and configuration policies.

    What needs improvement?

    One area for improvement is app deployment. Another is the Windows update rollout. If you're rolling out an object to a device that's offline, Intune stops trying to reach this device after it sits idle for a bit. We are forced to find a workaround that could help manage that.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    We have used Intune for about two years now.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    Intune is stable. 

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Intune is scalable. 

    How are customer service and support?

    I rate Intune support a 10 out of 10. They're responsive.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    How was the initial setup?

    Setting up Intune wasn't straightforward. It took us about three or four months. We did a test phase and rollout then collected feedback. Based on that feedback, we did another test phase and rollout. Initially, we did it in-house, but we got stuck, so we reached out to Intune support. 

    It would be easier with one person, but the person doing the deployment needs to work with various teams, like cybersecurity, infrastructure, and IT.

    What was our ROI?

    We have seen a return. Using Intune, we've effectively ensured all our devices are compliant based on our own redefined compliance policies. It is also highly efficient.

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

    Intune is inexpensive. It also comes bundled in some Office 365 licenses, so you can choose to purchase it separately or as a package. 

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I have used Manage Engine, SolarWinds, and Desktop Central. We switched to Intune when we realized it was a full-fledged MDM that covers mobile devices, desktops, and other pieces. The other solutions had more RMM features for device management but fewer MDM features. Intune was a better fit for our requirements,

    What other advice do I have?

    I rate Microsoft Intune a 10 out of 10. Intune is an excellent solution if you're a technical person. Be careful with macOS enrollment, which still needs a lot of improvement.

    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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