Microsoft Intune Deployment & Modern Device Management for an Accountancy Practice in Kent

Transforming endpoint management across Windows, Apple and Android devices with Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, Microsoft Entra ID and enterprise-grade security controls.

Sector:Accountancy Location:Kent Service:Microsoft Intune

PROJECT OVERVIEW

As part of a wider IT modernisation programme, this accountancy practice in Kent wanted to standardise device management, improve security and simplify the deployment of both company-owned and personal devices.

D8A IT Services designed and implemented a comprehensive Microsoft Intune platform covering Windows, Android and Apple devices. The solution introduced automated device enrolment, application deployment, compliance monitoring, patch management and advanced security controls across all supported platforms.

The result was a fully managed endpoint environment providing consistent security, simplified device deployment and improved visibility across the firm's technology estate.

The Challenge

Device management processes were inconsistent across multiple platforms.
The business supported a mix of company-owned and personal devices.
New device deployments required significant manual configuration.
Security policies varied between operating systems.
Mobile device management capabilities were limited.
Application deployment was time-consuming and often manual.
Device compliance could not be consistently enforced.
Updates and patching required greater control and visibility.
The firm wanted to strengthen endpoint security and governance.
User experience needed to remain straightforward and productive.

Our Approach

Designed a Microsoft Intune-first endpoint management strategy.
Implemented enrolment processes for Windows, Android and Apple devices.
Configured support for both corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Established device compliance and security standards.
Implemented Conditional Access controls linked to compliance status.
Automated device deployment using Windows Autopilot.
Standardised application delivery across all platforms.
Applied Microsoft security best practices and security baselines.

The Implementation

Windows Enrolment & Management

Configured Windows enrolment for corporate devices.
Implemented BYOD enrolment policies.
Integrated devices with Microsoft Entra ID.
Applied device management and compliance controls.

Windows Autopilot Deployment

Configured Autopilot profiles and deployment processes.
Automated new device provisioning.
Reduced deployment time and engineering effort.
Standardised user onboarding experience.

Android Device Management

Implemented Android Enterprise enrolment.
Configured corporate-owned Android management.
Enabled BYOD enrolment with data separation controls.
Applied compliance and security policies.

Apple Device Management

Implemented Apple Business Manager.
Configured automated Apple device enrolment.
Enabled management of company-owned Apple devices.
Implemented BYOD enrolment for personal Apple devices.

Windows Hello for Business

Configured passwordless authentication.
Enhanced identity security.
Improved user experience during sign-in.
Supported modern authentication standards.

Compliance & Conditional Access

Created device compliance policies.
Configured Conditional Access enforcement.
Restricted access from non-compliant devices.
Improved protection of corporate data.

Application Deployment

Automated deployment of business applications.
Deployed applications across Windows, Apple and Android platforms.
Reduced manual setup requirements.
Improved consistency across devices.

Update Management

Implemented Windows Update management policies.
Configured rings and deployment controls.
Enforced iOS update compliance.
Improved visibility of operating system currency.

Security Hardening

Applied Microsoft security baselines.
Configured BitLocker encryption policies.
Implemented endpoint firewall policies.
Deployed Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules.
Enhanced endpoint security posture across all platforms.

Before

Devices were managed using multiple processes.
New device deployment involved considerable manual effort.
Limited consistency between Windows, Apple and Android devices.
Compliance standards were difficult to enforce.
Application deployment required significant intervention.
Security controls varied between device types.
Device visibility and reporting were limited.
Updates were not centrally controlled.

After

All major device platforms are centrally managed through Intune.
Windows, Apple and Android devices follow consistent standards.
New devices can be deployed automatically.
Compliance is continuously monitored and enforced.
Corporate resources are protected by Conditional Access.
Applications deploy automatically across supported devices.
Endpoint security is significantly improved.
Operating system updates are centrally managed.

Results

Unified Endpoint Management

Single platform managing Windows, Android and Apple devices.

Automated Device Deployment

Windows Autopilot dramatically reduces setup time.

Stronger Security Controls

Security baselines, encryption and ASR rules enforced.

Improved Compliance

Conditional Access ensures only compliant devices gain access.

Better User Experience

Simplified onboarding and streamlined authentication.

Future-Ready Platform

Scalable foundation for continued growth and security improvements.

Enhanced Visibility

Comprehensive reporting and device management capabilities.

Reduced Administration

Automated policies minimise ongoing management effort.

A Network Built For What's Next

This Microsoft Intune deployment provides the firm with a modern endpoint management platform capable of supporting future growth, hybrid working and evolving security requirements. By standardising management across all major device platforms, the organisation now benefits from greater visibility, stronger security and significantly simplified administration.

Why This Matters

Professional services firms increasingly depend on a diverse mix of devices accessing sensitive client information from multiple locations. Modern endpoint management through Microsoft Intune enables businesses to maintain strong security controls whilst delivering a seamless user experience. The combination of compliance policies, Conditional Access and automated deployment creates a secure and scalable platform that supports both productivity and governance objectives.

Services Delivered

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Microsoft Intune implementation

Microsoft Entra ID integration

Windows Autopilot configuration

Windows Hello for Business deployment

Apple Business Manager setup

Android Enterprise implementation

Windows device enrolment

Apple device enrolment

Android device enrolment

BYOD programme implementation

Compliance policy development

Conditional Access implementation

Application deployment automation

Windows Update management

iOS update management

Security baseline deployment

BitLocker encryption policies

Firewall policy implementation

Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rule deployment

Areas we cover

Providing expert IT support and infrastructure services across London and the South East.

London Surrey Kent Hampshire West Sussex East Sussex

Looking to Modernise Device Management with Microsoft Intune?

D8A IT Services helps businesses across Kent, Sussex, Surrey and London deploy Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot and Microsoft Entra ID to improve security, automate device management and simplify IT operations.

Whether you're supporting Windows, Apple, Android or a combination of all three, our team can design and implement a modern device management platform tailored to your business.

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