endpoint management

  1. Windows Backup for Organizations Now GA in Release Preview

    Microsoft's Windows Backup for Organizations has taken a major step toward mainstream deployment: reports indicate that a Release Preview build for Windows 10 (OS build 19045.6276) — surfaced under the label KB5063842 — includes the feature marked as generally available for enterprise customers...
  2. Windows Office Hours Aug 21, 2025: Accelerating Windows 11, Zero Trust, and Cloud Workloads

    Microsoft’s Windows Office Hours returns on August 21, 2025, as a one‑hour, chat‑based Q&A focused on accelerating Windows 11 adoption, operationalizing Zero Trust, keeping fleets up to date, and moving workloads toward cloud-native models while respecting on‑premises and hybrid constraints...
  3. Microsoft 365 Companions on Windows 11: Calendar, File Search, People

    Microsoft has quietly begun embedding three new Microsoft 365 “companion” apps into the Windows 11 taskbar — Calendar, File Search, and People — small, focused helpers designed to pull calendar events, corporate files, and contact details one click away from the desktop and reduce time lost to...
  4. Microsoft 365 Companion Apps on Windows 11: IT rollout, security, and productivity

    Microsoft has begun deploying a new set of lightweight Microsoft 365 “companion” apps that live in the Windows 11 taskbar — offering instant access to people, files, and calendar items without launching full Office or Teams windows — and the release raises both productivity promises and...
  5. Apple’s New MDM Migration: Seamless Transition to Microsoft Intune in iOS, iPadOS & macOS 26

    Apple’s announcement of a streamlined Mobile Device Management (MDM) migration process in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26 has sent ripples through the IT and enterprise management world—especially among organizations orchestrating mixed device fleets. With Microsoft Intune emerging as an immediate...
  6. Complete Guide to Windows 11 Cloud-Native Migration with Intune for IT Leaders

    Migrating from Windows 10 to Windows 11 represents far more than a simple operating system upgrade for many organizations. With the increasing momentum of hybrid and remote work, security threats, and agility demands, IT leaders are now re-evaluating their endpoint management strategy...
  7. Mastering the Windows 11 Cloud-Native Migration with Microsoft Intune

    For organizations contemplating a migration from Windows 10 domain-joined and co-managed devices to a truly cloud-native Windows 11 environment using Microsoft Intune, the path is now both clearer and more pressing than ever. The momentum behind Microsoft’s cloud management tools, especially...
  8. Australian IT Partners Lead the Windows 11 Refresh: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategies

    Australian IT partners are feeling the deep reverberations of the Windows 11 refresh—a transformation that is redefining not only the capabilities of Microsoft’s flagship operating system, but also the landscape for reseller relationships, managed service providers (MSPs), distributors, VARs...
  9. How Windows Autopatch Simplifies Enterprise Migration to Windows 11 in 2025

    As the countdown to the end of Windows 10 support accelerates, enterprise IT leaders find themselves at a crossroads: how to transition quickly and securely to Windows 11 while modernizing management practices for the demands of cloud-first organizations. Microsoft, recognizing both the...
  10. Kaseya VSA 10 Introduces AI-Powered Workflow Automation for IT Efficiency

    In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and escalating cyber threats, IT departments and managed service providers (MSPs) face mounting pressure to reduce manual labor, increase operational efficiency, and consistently deliver high-quality service. Kaseya, a prominent global provider...
  11. Windows 11 24H2 & Server 2025: Streamlined Deployment with Out-of-the-Box App Refresh

    The release of refreshed Windows media in June 2025 marks a transformative moment for enterprises and end-users deploying Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. With these latest installation images, Microsoft has overhauled its approach to built-in Windows applications—often referred...
  12. Microsoft Security Copilot Enhances Endpoint and Identity Management with AI Integration

    Microsoft has recently expanded its Security Copilot assistant to integrate seamlessly with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Entra, introducing AI-driven features aimed at enhancing endpoint management and identity infrastructure. This development underscores the pivotal roles of Intune and Entra...
  13. Mastering Windows Autopilot: Advanced Customization & Future Trends for Modern Device Deployment

    Windows Autopilot stands as a transformative technology in the landscape of Windows device deployment, enabling IT organizations to streamline, automate, and modernize how new devices are brought online and handed off to users. Long viewed as an essential tool for organizations seeking to...
  14. Microsoft Hotpatching Now Available for Windows 11 on Arm64: Revolutionizing Secure Updates

    Windows administrators and IT professionals managing modern Windows environments are now witnessing a pivotal shift in how security updates are deployed and experienced, especially with the recent landmark announcement: hotpatching is now generally available for 64-bit Arm architecture, starting...
  15. Microsoft Security Copilot Revolutionizes Enterprise Endpoint Management with AI

    Microsoft’s Security Copilot is fundamentally reshaping the way enterprise IT manages, secures, and reports on endpoints by bringing cutting-edge generative AI directly into the heart of the Intune admin center and Surface Management Portal. This move, recently made generally available, marks a...
  16. Transforming Enterprise Security with Microsoft Security Copilot in Intune and Entra

    In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, enterprise IT and security teams are experiencing immense pressure: responding to never-ending threats, keeping up with device compliance, juggling complex configurations, and above all, maintaining efficient operations in a world where every second...
  17. Maximize IT Success with Windows Office Hours: Expert Q&A for 2025

    Windows Office Hours remains a vital touchpoint for IT professionals seeking direct interaction with Microsoft’s engineering and product teams. Scheduled for July 17, 2025, this live Q&A event offers unprecedented access to experts specializing in Windows management, security, cloud strategies...
  18. Unlocking Expertise: How Windows Office Hours Boost Enterprise IT Support and Management

    Windows Office Hours, scheduled for July 17, 2025, has emerged as a critical touchpoint for IT professionals looking to navigate the continuously evolving landscape of Windows 11, device management, and the complex intersection of cloud and on-premises technologies. With enterprises still...
  19. How to Repurpose Windows 10 Devices with ChromeOS Flex and Amazon WorkSpaces Before Support Ends

    As organizations face the impending end of support for Windows 10, scheduled for October 2025, an urgent question arises: what should be done with millions of perfectly functioning devices that fail to meet the stringent compatibility requirements of Windows 11? Instead of resigning these...
  20. Microsoft WSUS Outage: Critical Synchronization Failures Impact Global Organizations

    Over the past week, Microsoft has found itself at the center of considerable frustration among IT professionals and enterprises worldwide, following confirmed widespread synchronization failures affecting Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). WSUS, a crucial platform for many organizations...