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Microsoft Intune MDM

June 21, 2026

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Why Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Intune is the gold-standard cloud MDM/MAM solution within Microsoft 365. It enforces compliance, deploys apps, and secures corporate data on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android — all from a single console with zero on-prem infrastructure.

  • Zero-Touch Deployment: Windows Autopilot, Apple DEP, Android Zero-Touch.
  • Conditional Access: Block non-compliant devices from M365, VPN, Wi-Fi.
  • App Protection Policies: Data encryption, copy/paste control without device enrollment.
  • Compliance Reporting: Real-time device health, encryption, jailbreak status.

How Blackhawk MSP Deploys It

  • Enable Intune in M365 tenant; connect Azure AD and configure autopilot.
  • Create compliance policies: BitLocker, MFA, OS version, antivirus required.
  • Deploy LOB apps (Office, VPN, custom MSI/EXE) via Company Portal.
  • Enforce Conditional Access: compliant + MFA to access email/SharePoint.
  • Generate monthly device compliance report for QBR and audit prep.

FAQ

Q: Can BYOD users keep personal data private?
A:
Yes — MAM-only policies protect work data without full device control.

Q: Does it work with macOS?
A:
Yes — full MDM, FileVault, app deployment, compliance.

Q: How are updates managed?
A:
Windows Update rings: pilot, broad, critical; macOS via MDM.

Q: Is it included in M365?
A:
Yes — in Business Premium, E3, E5; standalone also available.

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