Microsoft Intune – Initial Setup for Windows Devices

Microsoft Intune, part of Microsoft Endpoint Manager, delivers modern, cloud-native device and application management without the overhead of on-premises infrastructure. Our Initial Setup for Windows Devices service provides a turnkey foundation for organizations new to Intune, ensuring your environment is architected for security, scalability, and operational efficiency. We handle the technical complexity so your IT team can focus on strategic priorities—not configuration pitfalls.

Scope of the Service

This engagement delivers a production-ready Intune configuration for Windows endpoints, including:

• Validation of licensing and Windows OS compatibility (Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education)
• Configuration of Microsoft Intune within your existing Microsoft 365 or Azure AD tenant
• Establishment of Intune as the designated Mobile Device Management (MDM) authority
• Creation and organization of Azure AD user groups for targeted policy assignment
• Implementation of device enrollment methods aligned with your deployment model
• Deployment of baseline compliance, configuration, and app protection policies
• Enablement of monitoring, alerting, and reporting capabilities in the Microsoft Intune admin center
• Delivery of technical documentation and admin training materials

Note: This service is exclusively for Windows devices. Support for macOS, iOS, Android, or advanced scenarios (e.g., co-management with Configuration Manager, custom PowerShell scripts, or third-party app integrations) requires a separate engagement.

Implementation Workflow

1. Readiness Assessment

We confirm that your organization has active Microsoft Intune or Microsoft 365 E3/E5/F3 licenses and that target devices run supported Windows editions. We also verify Azure AD connectivity and administrative access.

2. Intune Environment Activation

If Intune isn’t already enabled, we activate it through the Microsoft 365 admin center or Azure portal and designate it as your MDM authority—ensuring no conflicts with existing management tools.

3. Identity & Group Structuring

Using Azure Active Directory, we create logical security groups (e.g., “All Windows Devices,” “Finance Team,” “Executives”) to enable precise, scalable policy targeting.

4. Device Enrollment Strategy

We implement one or more enrollment methods based on your needs:

• Azure AD Join + Automatic MDM Enrollment: For seamless, zero-touch onboarding of corporate-owned devices
• Windows Autopilot: Pre-configure devices for self-deploying or user-driven provisioning—ideal for remote or hybrid workforces
• Manual Enrollment: Step-by-step guidance for BYOD or legacy device registration via Settings > Accounts

5. Policy & Profile Deployment

We configure essential policies to balance security and usability:

• Compliance Policies: Define minimum OS version, password complexity, encryption, and threat protection requirements
• Configuration Profiles: Automate Wi-Fi, VPN, BitLocker, firewall, and endpoint security settings
• App Protection Policies (MAM): Protect corporate data in Microsoft 365 apps—even on unmanaged or personal devices

6. Monitoring & Handover

We enable dashboards for tracking device compliance, policy status, and enrollment health. A final review ensures all success criteria are met before delivering documentation and admin resources.

Roles and Responsibilities

IT Partner Responsibilities

• Technical design and configuration of the Intune environment
• Licensing and OS compatibility validation
• Enrollment method implementation
• Policy creation and assignment
• Monitoring setup and validation
• Documentation and knowledge transfer

Client Responsibilities

• Provide Global Admin or Intune Service Admin access
• Ensure valid Intune or Microsoft 365 licenses for all managed users
• Confirm devices meet Windows 10/11 requirements
• Assign users to appropriate Azure AD groups
• Communicate enrollment instructions to end users (if applicable)
• Maintain license continuity post-implementation

Expected Outcomes

• A fully operational Microsoft Intune environment optimized for Windows management
• Devices automatically enrolled and compliant with corporate security standards
• Centralized control over device settings, apps, and data protection
• Reduced manual IT overhead through automation and cloud-scale management
• Foundation for future expansion (e.g., app deployment, conditional access integration)

Limitations

• Exclusively supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices
• Does not include application deployment, custom scripting, or co-management with SCCM
• Hardware-specific configurations (e.g., BIOS/UEFI settings) are out of scope
• Ongoing policy maintenance and user support require separate managed services

Prerequisites

• Active Microsoft 365 or Intune licenses
• Global Administrator or Intune Service Administrator role in Azure AD
• Target devices running Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education
• Internet connectivity and Azure AD registration capability on devices

Success Criteria

• Intune successfully enabled and set as MDM authority
• At least one Windows device enrolled via each selected method (Autopilot, Azure AD Join, or manual)
• Compliance and configuration policies applied and validated
• IT administrators can monitor device status and generate compliance reports

Why Choose IT Partner?

We don’t just flip switches—we build secure, sustainable Intune foundations. Our setup follows Microsoft best practices while aligning with your operational reality, ensuring your move to cloud-managed devices is smooth, secure, and scalable from day one.