Executive summary
What leaders need to know
Intune is how many organizations enforce “only trusted devices get company data.” Without device management, remote work multiplies risk.
Section 01
Definition
Microsoft Intune is a cloud service for mobile device and application management, compliance policies, and conditional access integration in Microsoft 365 environments.
Section 02
Why it matters to the business
Leaders should care because the issue shows up as cost, risk, or lost capacity, not as a technical curiosity.
- Enforces encryption, PIN, and update expectations
- Supports remote wipe when devices are lost
- Pairs with Conditional Access for stronger login decisions
Framework
What to do next
- 1
Define which devices are in scope
Company-owned vs BYOD rules.
- 2
Set baseline compliance policies
Start simple and enforceable.
- 3
Enroll and monitor
Track non-compliant devices and remediate.
Answers
Common Questions About This Topic
Is Intune only for large enterprises?
No. Many SMBs use Intune through Business Premium to manage laptops and mobile access.
Does Intune replace antivirus?
No. It orchestrates device policy and can deploy security agents; endpoint protection remains part of the stack.