Why Choose Microsoft Intune as MDM? | Complete Intune Guide

Ensuring the security of organizational assets remains vital for sustaining operational efficiency. The digital era and the transition to a hybrid work model, has significantly increased the complexity of safeguarding corporate data and information. The proliferation of technological advancements has expanded the array of devices integral to company operations, extending beyond traditional PCs and laptops to encompass mobile phones and tablets, with Microsoft Intune as a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution.

Microsoft Intune stands out as a robust solution for fortifying corporate data integrity. Going beyond conventional device management, which now includes PCs, laptops, mobile phones, and tablets, Microsoft Intune offers comprehensive control over applications.

This service not only addresses the current multifaceted device landscape but also ensures a secure framework for managing information access and sharing, thereby fortifying the foundation of your organization’s digital security architecture.

‘’Intune is a cloud-based service that focuses on mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM)’’ -Microsoft Docs, 2023

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service provided by Microsoft that falls under the category of Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Application Management (MAM). It is part of the Microsoft Endpoint Manager suite, which integrates with Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory.

Microsoft Intune is designed to help organizations manage and secure their devices, applications, and data in a mobile-centric, cloud-first environment. Some key functionalities of Microsoft Intune include:

1. Mobile Device Management (MDM): Manages the entire lifecycle of mobile devices, from enrollment to security policy enforcement.

2. Mobile Application Management (MAM): Controls access to corporate apps and data on enrolled devices, even on personally owned ones.

3. Conditional Access Policies: Sets access controls based on conditions like device compliance or user identity.

4. Security Baselines: Applies predefined security configurations to maintain a consistent and secure posture.

5. Endpoint Security: Extends management and security capabilities to Windows PCs, macOS devices, and servers.

6. Integration with Microsoft 365: Works seamlessly with other Microsoft 365 services for a unified management experience.

Microsoft Intune features:

• Device Management:

  • Manages users and devices, both organization-owned and personally owned.
  • Supports various operating systems: Android, AOSP, iOS/iPadOS, Linux Ubuntu Desktop, macOS, and Windows client devices.

• App Management:

  • Simplifies app management with built-in app experience.
  • Deploys, updates, and removes apps.
  • Connects to private app stores, enables Microsoft 365 apps, deploys Win32 apps, creates app protection policies, and manages access to apps and data.

• Policy Automation:

  • Automates policy deployment for apps, security, device configuration, compliance, and conditional access.
  • Policies can be deployed to user groups and device groups.
  • Devices only require internet access to receive policies.

• Self-Service Features:

  • Employees and students can use self-service features in the Company Portal app.
  • Features include PIN/password reset, app installation, group joining, etc.
  • Customization of the Company Portal app to reduce support calls.

• Integration with Threat Defense:

  • Integrates with mobile threat defense services like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and third-party partners.
  • Focuses on endpoint security, allows the creation of policies responding to threats, real-time risk analysis, and automated remediation.

• Web-Based Admin Center:

  • Utilizes a web-based admin center for endpoint management.
  • Admins can sign in from any internet-accessible device.
  • Data-driven reporting available in the admin center.

• Microsoft Graph REST APIs:

  • The admin center uses Microsoft Graph REST APIs for programmatic access.
  • Every action in the admin center is a Microsoft Graph call.

• Advanced Endpoint Management and Security:

  • Microsoft Intune Suite offers advanced features.
  • Optional add-ons include Remote Help, Endpoint Privilege Management, Microsoft Tunnel for MAM, and more.