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Running a business is challenging, especially when it comes to managing the devices and data that keep your operations running smoothly.
Fortunately, there are tools and solutions available to help streamline the process, including Microsoft Intune.
In this blog post, we delve a little deeper into what MDM (Mobile Device Management) is and how Microsoft Intune can help secure and protect your business’ data and assets.
MDM, refers to a system that enables organisations and businesses to remotely manage, monitor and secure laptops, tablets and mobile phones.
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that focuses on MDM and mobile application management (MAM).
In simpler terms, it helps businesses manage the devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, that their employees use to access company data and applications.
Whether your employees use company-issued devices or their own personal devices, Intune ensures that all these devices are secure and compliant with your company’s policies.
One of the primary concerns for any business is security. With Intune, you can ensure that all devices accessing your company’s data are secure.
You can set policies that require devices to have a password, encrypt data, and automatically lock after a period of inactivity.
This means that even if a device is lost or stolen, your company’s data remains protected.
Managing multiple devices can be a headache, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with limited IT resources.
Intune simplifies this process by allowing you to manage all devices from a single, easy-to-use console.
You can push updates, install applications, and enforce security policies across all devices with just a few clicks.
With Intune, your employees can work from anywhere, using any device, while still having access to the tools and data they need.
This not only boosts productivity but also allows your business to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, such as remote work requirements.
Intune helps protect your company’s data by ensuring that it is only accessed by authorised users on compliant devices.
You can control how data is used and shared, and even wipe data from devices that are lost, stolen, or no longer in use.
This ensures that your sensitive business information remains safe at all times.
One of the standout features of Intune is its ability to separate personal data from business data on employee devices.
This means that employees can use their own devices for work without worrying about their personal information being accessed by their employer.
Intune allows IT administrators to manage and secure business data without touching personal data.
Employees’ personal photos, messages, and apps remain private.
Employers can only manage the work-related apps and data, ensuring both security and privacy.
As a cloud-based service, Intune eliminates the need for expensive on-premises infrastructure.
For SMEs, this means lower upfront costs and predictable monthly expenses.
Additionally, Intune is included with Microsoft Business Premium licenses, providing even greater value for businesses already using Microsoft’s suite of tools.
Intune seamlessly integrates with other Microsoft 365 services, such as Office 365, Azure Active Directory, and Microsoft Teams.
This means that you can manage users, devices, and applications all within the same ecosystem, streamlining your IT operations and enhancing overall efficiency.
Imagine you run a small marketing agency with a team that often works remotely or travels to meet clients.
With Intune, you can ensure that all team members have access to the latest marketing tools and data, regardless of their location.
If a team member’s laptop is lost during a business trip, you can quickly wipe the data remotely to prevent unauthorised access.
Many businesses allow employees to use their own devices for work purposes.
While this can save costs, it also poses security risks.
Intune allows you to implement BYOD policies securely by managing and securing personal devices without infringing on employees’ personal data.
You can enforce security measures such as requiring device encryption and managing which apps can access company data.
Microsoft Intune is a powerful tool that offers numerous benefits for small and medium-sized enterprises.
By providing enhanced security, simplified device management, flexibility, and clear separation of personal and business data, it helps ensure that your business runs smoothly and securely.
Plus, with its inclusion in Microsoft Business Premium licenses, Intune offers a cost-effective solution for managing your company’s devices and data.
For more information on Microsoft Intune, please contact our friendly team today via info@systemagic.co.uk or call us on 01225 426800.