What is our primary use case?
I am a consultant and architect of Microsoft Intune, and previously I was also an internal customer of Microsoft, using Microsoft Intune.
I work with Microsoft Intune to manage cloud-only devices, mainly Windows, and this includes the migration process from hybrid join to cloud-only environments, enforcing policies via configurations and scripts, and implementing the RBAC model to set up permissions for different roles for customers.
Additionally, I implement macOS with iOS and iPadOS in fully managed mode and personally owned mode, such as BYOD. I am currently focusing on automation, attempting to build a solution that maintains governance, ensuring customers can focus on specific parts of Microsoft Intune and automate the monitoring of compliance of devices and their status.
I tried using Microsoft's Copilot in Microsoft Intune, specifically the Security Copilot, but I have not gained experience with real-world examples. I made an attempt to set up the onboarding agent diligently and managed the device offboarding process.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune for me is its fully cloud-based nature, allowing me to work from anywhere, whether I am using my mobile phone, Windows, or macOS devices, so I can access it from any place at my convenience.
The specific feature that makes me choose Microsoft Intune over other tools is its integration with Microsoft services, specifically the connection with Entra ID, Azure, and collaboration tools. This is the main reason I recommend Microsoft Intune as the proper MDM solution for any company, although I am aware of alternatives such as Jamf or Zebra systems that cater to different needs.
What needs improvement?
My assessment of the user experience of Microsoft Intune is that it is sometimes good and sometimes poor, depending on Microsoft's infrastructure. There have been outages affecting not only Microsoft Intune but also connected services such as Entra ID, which can be frustrating, especially when demonstrating features to customers and encountering issues.
While there are many aspects that can be improved, such as log visibility and the accessibility of detailed information, I recognize that Microsoft Intune does have room for improvement.
Other areas of Microsoft Intune that could be improved include the enrollment process for Windows devices, which remains quite simple. Customers have expressed a desire for more customization options during enrollment, such as adding custom steps. This capability was possible in the previous Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, leading to questions about why Autopilot does not offer the same functionality.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Microsoft Intune for almost six to seven years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I assess the stability and reliability of Microsoft Intune as being in good shape. It is evolving continually every month with new capabilities and fixes, which is beneficial for all users. I see a promising roadmap ahead, indicating that it is well-managed by Microsoft.
The stability and reliability of Microsoft Intune are crucial for me and my customers, as many of us rely heavily on Microsoft services. Any disruptions greatly impact operations, but fortunately, Microsoft has effective SLAs for its services, so we are not faced with hypothetical scenarios regarding poor performance.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
In terms of scalability, I find Microsoft Intune to be an excellent tool for managing devices, designed for simplicity, making it user-friendly from an administrative perspective. With capabilities for scripting and application configuration, it works well for managing hundreds to thousands of devices.
While it supports macOS and iOS, the inclusion of Linux support would enhance its capabilities, considering Linux devices often lack visibility in IT management.
How are customer service and support?
I have communicated with Microsoft Intune's technical support a few times, and my experience has been that I first need to explain my case to L1 support, which can be time-consuming before reaching someone with the necessary expertise, such as product management.
The worst experience involved a limitation related to Windows 11's multi-kiosk capability, which Microsoft confirmed was by design. Conversely, my best experience involved quick communication with a senior-level contact regarding a governance issue in Czech Republic, which was resolved efficiently.
Based on my experience with technical support, I would rate them a six out of ten.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before adopting Microsoft Intune, I had the opportunity to work with Jamf, which focused on Apple devices, but I have not used other similar tools.
How was the initial setup?
I participated in the initial setup and deployment of Microsoft Intune in different environments, including my own, and I found that the deployment was straightforward. Microsoft's documentation provided clear guidance, which I appreciated.
What was our ROI?
As for return on investment with Microsoft Intune over the years, I find it difficult to quantify because there remains a need for personnel to manage Microsoft Intune, from L1 to L3 support. It appears that it does not reduce staffing costs, and while AI may offer different advantages, Microsoft Intune alone does not alleviate staffing expenses.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Currently, I do not use Microsoft Intune Suite's Cloud PKI and have only theoretical knowledge about it, as I have not had the opportunity to implement it with a real customer or personally interact with it.
I am not currently using the enterprise application management features of Microsoft Intune Suite due to the strength of the global Microsoft Intune community and the abundance of existing tools such as Enterprise App Management, making it difficult to persuade customers to adopt it.
I also do not use the advanced endpoint analytics in Microsoft Intune Suite, although I understand its KQL language and data usage, similar to the enterprise application management features. Customers are not utilizing it.
What other advice do I have?
Regarding Microsoft Intune's pricing and licensing, I find the default option, particularly Microsoft Intune Plan 1 included in most Microsoft licenses, to be reasonable for managing devices.
However, I consider Microsoft Intune Suite, which includes features such as Cloud PKI and Advanced Analytics, to be quite expensive, making it difficult to justify the cost to customers with large user bases, although I am pleased that Microsoft Intune Suite will be offered partially in E3 and fully in E5, which is a positive development.
Before choosing Microsoft Intune, I did not evaluate other options because Microsoft is so prevalent in the industry.
My overall rating for this product is 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?
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