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What it is, why it matters, and how to get started, plus a look ahead at what’s coming with Windows 12

If you’re running a business in 2025 and haven’t looked into Microsoft Intune, now’s the time.

More and more companies — especially small to mid-sized ones — are turning to cloud-based tools to manage devices, users, and apps. And Intune is Microsoft’s answer to doing all of that without the hassle of setting up and maintaining physical servers.

Whether you’re new to the idea of device management or just want a clearer picture of what Intune actually does, this beginner-friendly post will walk you through what it is, why it’s useful, and how to start using it today.

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💡 What Is Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based tool that lets you manage, monitor, and protect the devices your team uses — laptops, desktops, phones, tablets, and even virtual machines. Microsoft Learn

It’s part of Microsoft’s Endpoint Manager platform and works seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, and Defender for Endpoint. Microsoft Learn

With Intune, you can:

• Enrol and manage devices remotely
• Push apps and updates without needing to visit each machine
• Enforce security policies (passwords, encryption, screen locks, etc.)
• Remotely wipe data from lost or stolen devices
• Check compliance and block risky devices from accessing company data

Whether your team is office-based, hybrid, or remote — Intune gives you centralised control without needing complex infrastructure.

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🛠️ What Can You Actually Do With It?

Here’s how businesses are using Intune right now:

✅ Set Up New Devices Easily

Instead of setting up each laptop manually, just enrol it into Intune and it will automatically apply your company policies, apps, settings, and security rules.

✅ Manage BYOD Devices Safely

Got staff using personal phones or tablets? Intune allows you to manage only the work-related apps and data on those devices — without touching personal photos, messages, or settings.

✅ Keep Security Tight

You can enforce things like:

• PIN/password rules
• BitLocker encryption
• Blocking unapproved apps
• Remote wipe for lost devices

All from the cloud. No cables, no downtime.

✅ Track Compliance in Real Time

Devices that don’t meet your security standards? You can block them from accessing Microsoft 365 or company data until they’re sorted.

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🧭 Getting Started with Intune: What You’ll Need

If you’ve already got Microsoft 365 Business Premium or Enterprise licences, you likely already have Intune included — no extra cost.

Here’s what setting it up typically involves:

1. Log into the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin centre
2. Set up device policies — like screen lock timers, password requirements, etc.
3. Create app deployment rules — choose which apps go where
4. Enrol devices — either manually or automatically through Autopilot
5. Set compliance rules — decide what “healthy” looks like for a device
6. Link to Conditional Access — block risky devices from accessing your data

It’s all web-based, with no servers required. Perfect for small teams or growing businesses who want professional-level control without the heavy lifting.

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🔮 How Might Intune Change with Windows 12?

We’re starting to see signs that Windows 12 — codenamed “Next Valley” — will push even further into cloud and AI-driven environments.

While nothing is confirmed, it’s expected that Intune will:

• Integrate more deeply with AI and automation tools
• Offer smarter compliance monitoring with predictive alerts
• Introduce features tailored to more modular or container-style Windows builds
• Expand support for new device types and virtual endpoints

In short: Intune is not going anywhere — in fact, it’s likely to become even more central to how businesses manage devices in a Windows 12 world.

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💬 Final Thoughts from System Plus

For businesses that are still doing things the old-fashioned way — imaging machines manually, fiddling with settings on-site, or worrying about remote staff using unprotected devices — Microsoft Intune is a game-changer.

It’s built for how we work now: hybrid, mobile, and cloud-connected.

At System Plus, we help businesses across East Yorkshire and beyond get started with Intune every day, from simple onboarding setups to complete device management strategies.

📩 Want help rolling it out, or just want to talk through what it might look like for your team?
We’re here when you need us.

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For a visual overview and further insights into Microsoft Intune, you might find the following resource helpful:

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