With Microsoft Intune Development Services, Protect Corporate Data While Improving App Use

While Modifying Device Settings To Meet Regulatory Standards, Microsoft Intune Assists Enterprises To Secure The Devices And Applications.

Microsoft Intune’s goal is to “securely connect employee personal devices to corporate data.” It is based on the Azure Active Directory. With Microsoft Intune, an unlimited number of mobile devices can be linked to an Active Directory profile of your staff. Your trusted connection between an employee’s mobile device (iOS, Android, or Windows) and company data. In the interim, IT can restrict access to Microsoft EMS applications, computers, data

Additionally, Intune has the ability to directly monitor “company software,” including the deployment of such software downloaded from a centralized console. At ARC, we are familiar with the specific issues that organizations face in managing and securing their mobile devices and critical apps. In order to make sure that your Mobile Device Management and Mobile Application Management services are matched to your company requirements and specifications, we have devoted enterprise technology experts who work with you in collaboration.

Mobile Device Management (MDM)

Enrollment: Intune allows users to enroll their devices, such as smartphones and tablets, into the organization’s management system.
Policy Enforcement: IT administrators can define and enforce security policies, such as passcode requirements and encryption settings, on enrolled devices.
Remote Wipe: In case of loss or theft, administrators can remotely wipe corporate data from a device to prevent unauthorized access.

Mobile Application Management (MAM)

App Deployment: Intune enables administrators to deploy and manage applications on enrolled devices, ensuring that users have access to the necessary business apps.
App Protection Policies: Administrators can create policies that protect corporate data within apps, even on personal devices. For example, they can prevent data leakage or enforce encryption for specific apps.

Endpoint Security

Security Baselines: Intune allows administrators to define security baselines for different device platforms, ensuring that devices meet minimum security requirements.
Threat Protection: Integration with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint provides additional threat protection capabilities, enhancing the security posture of managed devices.

Windows Autopilot

Automated Deployment: Windows Autopilot, integrated with Intune, allows for the automated deployment of Windows 10 devices. Users can receive a pre-configured device out of the box without the need for manual IT intervention.

App Protection for Office 365

Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Intune can help protect corporate data within Office 365 apps on mobile devices, ensuring that sensitive information is handled securely.

Conditional Access

Access Control: Intune integrates with Azure Active Directory to enable conditional access policies. These policies ensure that access to corporate resources is granted based on conditions such as device compliance, user identity, and network location.

Use Case : Secure Mobile Device Management for a Remote Workforce

Let’s explore a specific use case for Microsoft Intune, focusing on mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM) in an organization:

Challenge

Device Diversity

Employees use a variety of mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, running on different platforms such as iOS and Android.

Organization Context

A company with a remote workforce spread across different locations needs to ensure the security of corporate data on mobile devices.

Microsoft Intune Solution

Enrollment and Device Management
Employees are guided to enroll their mobile devices into Microsoft Intune for centralized management.
Intune ensures that enrolled devices adhere to security policies, such as requiring device encryption and setting up secure passcodes.
App Deployment and Management
The organization has specific business applications that employees need to access on their mobile devices.
Intune allows administrators to deploy and manage these applications, ensuring that they are kept up-to-date and secure.
Conditional Access Policies
Conditional access policies are configured to grant access to corporate resources based on conditions such as device compliance and user identity.
Only devices that meet the organization's security standards are allowed to access sensitive company data.
Remote Wipe Capability
In case a device is lost or stolen, administrators can initiate a remote wipe through Intune, erasing corporate data on the device while leaving personal data intact.
Windows Autopilot for New Devices
When new Windows 10 devices are purchased, Windows Autopilot, integrated with Intune, automates the setup and configuration of these devices, ensuring they are ready for productive use.
App Protection Policies
Intune applies app protection policies to Office 365 apps on mobile devices, preventing unauthorized access and protecting corporate data within these apps.

Benefits

Enhanced Security

Intune helps maintain a secure mobile environment by enforcing policies, ensuring compliance, and enabling conditional access based on device health.

Streamlined Device Management

The organization can centrally manage and monitor all enrolled devices, reducing the burden on IT administrators and enhancing efficiency.

User Productivity

Employees can access necessary business applications securely, fostering productivity while maintaining a seamless user experience.