As we head into the holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to celebrate something truly special: the incredible contributions from our Microsoft Intune MVP community this year. Last year, I released our first Holiday Reading post, which got a lot of traction, and I was asked to do it again this year — so I guess we are starting a new tradition!
Whether you're a security-focused admin exploring Zero Trust architecture, a Windows specialist diving into the latest policy enforcement mechanisms, a Mac admin navigating the evolving Apple ecosystem, or an automation advocate building the next great community tool, there's something here for you.
This collection represents the spirit of our community, packed with real-world lessons, practical insights, and suggested solutions from experts in the field. While this is a select set of collected content, I strongly recommend checking out all of the content created by our MVPs — you can find a list of our active Intune MVPs here (make sure to set the filter for Microsoft Intune under Technology).
Introduction to Intune
Know someone who needs to get up to speed on Intune quickly? Share these resources:
Getting started with Intune – Important hints and tips for Intune beginners — settings you won't want to overlook (Andrew Taylor)
12 reasons why Intune – A comprehensive podcast covering Zero Trust-ready, BYOD-friendly endpoint management (Sucheta Gawade)
Security & compliance
A stronger security posture is at the top of almost every organization’s wish list. Read and watch what MVPs are recommending:
Cloud PKI essentials – A deep dive into what Cloud PKI is, deployment approaches, and where organizations stand today with certificate distribution (Shady Khorshed)
Device-centric Zero Trust with Intune + Defender – Learn how to implement a complete Zero Trust strategy using Intune and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (Sucheta Gawade)
Windows patching best practices – Common mistakes Intune admins make and how to patch Windows correctly (Pavel Mirochnitchenko)
Advanced conditional access scenarios – Real-world field experience and best practices for complex conditional access setups (Niklas Tinner)
Edge password sync security – How to manage Edge password sync on unmanaged devices when using Microsoft Password Manager (Kenneth van Surksum)
AppLocker automation – Automate your AppLocker configuration directly in Intune with scripts (Niels Kok)
NIS2 compliance with Microsoft 365 – Comprehensive guide to reaching NIS2 compliance using Intune and Azure (Jeroen Burgerhout)
Mobile Application Management (MAM) – Step-by-step setup for iOS and Android MAM with automation scripts (Gannon Novak)
Windows & Windows 365
Master the latest Windows capabilities with this guidance from our top experts:
Windows 11 kiosk multi-app mode – Tackle the XML struggle and get your kiosk devices working with Edge and the Windows App (Joery Van den Bosch)
Multi-admin approval in Intune – Set up Intune's multi-admin approval feature with ease, plus insights on the end-user experience (Joery Van den Bosch)
Windows Backup for Organizations – Introducing Windows Backup with Intune for smooth device upgrades and refreshes (Joery Van den Bosch)
Windows 11 hotpatching – A comprehensive deep-dive into applying critical security updates without reboots using Intune (Sucheta Gawade)
OMA-DM and policy enforcement – Understanding how Intune uses the OMA-DM protocol to manage and enforce policies (Joost Gelijsteen)
Declared configuration – The evolution of Windows policy enforcement with MMP-C and declared configuration (Joost Gelijsteen)
Device query for multiple devices – Extract device data across your fleet using endpoint analytics (Joost Gelijsteen)
Windows shared PCs configuration – Master Windows shared PCs with Intune and understand how it differs from kiosk mode (Jeroen Burgerhout)
Administrator protection in Windows 11 25H2 – Explore the new isolated privilege model replacing traditional admin elevation (Rudy Ooms)
Entra group SID translation – Finally! Translate Entra group SIDs into readable names on your devices (Rudy Ooms)
Intune policy delivery – Debunking the 8-hour sync myth and understanding how policy delivery really works (Rudy Ooms)
Windows 365 Link experience – Best practice configurations and everything you need to know about Windows 365 Link (Niklas Tinner)
Entra ID joined kiosk devices – Deploy fully functional, self-deploying kiosk devices on modern Windows endpoints (Joey Verlinden)
App Control for Business – Solving unsigned WIX .dll issues with App Control for Business (Jörgen Nilsson)
macOS & Apple ecosystem
Apple device management is evolving fast. The Intune community helps keep you up to date:
macOS LAPS configuration – Complete guide to setting up Local Administrator Password Solution for macOS with Intune (Joery Van den Bosch)
JUMP-IN: macOS MDM migration tool – Discover this all-in-one macOS MDM migration tool and learn how it's revolutionizing transitions (Shady Khorshed)
macOS 26 & iOS 26 for enterprises – Apple's biggest shift in enterprise device management in years — key changes and deadlines for IT admins (Somesh Pathak)
macOS migration glow-up – Step-by-step process for switching macOS MDM using the new ABM update (Somesh Pathak)
Introduction to macOS management – Beginner-friendly guide to managing macOS with Intune (Jeroen Burgerhout)
iOS app protection policy features – New features in app protection policies for iOS and what they mean for your setup (Johan Arwidmark & Arno)
Updates, patching & device management
Get tips to keep your devices running smoothly and securely:
Driver management in Intune – Compare script-based driver updates vs. Intune's Driver Update Management solution (Pavel Mirochnitchenko)
Enterprise App Management – Explore the Intune Suite's features for simplified app deployment and maintenance (Johan Arwidmark & Arno)
Remove Default Windows Store packages – Control Windows 11 built-in apps using the Settings Catalog without scripts (Johan Arwidmark & Arno)
IntuneBrew – Application and patch management for macOS apps made easy (Ugur Koc)
Community tools & automation
Supercharge your Intune management with these community-created solutions:
Intune Assistant – Empower yourself with unparalleled efficiency in Intune management through advanced visualization and analysis (Sander Rozemuller)
IntuneStack – Manage Intune policy as code with GitHub Actions, OIDC authentication, and ring-based deployments (Hailey Phillips)
Intune Log Reader for Windows – Real-time analysis and monitoring of Microsoft Intune Management Extension logs on Windows (Somesh Pathak)
Intune Log Reader for macOS – Real-time analysis and monitoring of Microsoft Intune MDM logs on macOS (Somesh Pathak)
ABM API Client – Native macOS client for Apple Business Manager and Apple School Manager APIs with an intuitive GUI (Somesh Pathak)
Fleetly – iOS app for IT administrators to manage and monitor Intune-enrolled devices on the go (Somesh Pathak)
TenuVault – Backup and restore for Intune with full automation (Ugur Koc)
Intune Documentation Generator – Generate PDF reports of all your Intune configurations in minutes (Ugur Koc)
Envoy Lightweight UEM – PowerShell-based User Environment Manager designed for Intune-managed Windows machines (Joey Verlinden)
OpenIntuneBaseline – Community-supported security baseline for Intune with real-world best practices (James Robinson)
IntuneQLinks – Comprehensive catalog of community articles, blogs, videos, and diagrams — your go-to resource library (Andy Jones)
Azure Virtual Desktop PowerShell module – Streamline Azure Virtual Desktop management with this powerful community tool (Sander Rozemuller)
Daily Checks – Get a daily digest of what's happening in your tenant via email with this free service (Andrew Taylor)
Community groups & resources
Microsoft Intune - Android and iOS Admins LinkedIn Group – A focused community for mobile device management with Intune (Andy Jones)
Community Events
Participate in the Intune community in person at these upcoming events
- Workplace Ninjas US 2025 – Dallas, Texas, USA – Dec 9–10, 2025
Event page: https://workplaceninjas.us
- Experts Live Denmark 2026 – Copenhagen, Denmark – February 24–25, 2026
Event page: https://cloudway.com/calendar-event/experts-live-denmark/
- Modern Endpoint Management Summit 2026 EMEA Edition (MEM Summit Paris) – Paris, France – April 22–24, 2026
Event page: https://sessionize.com/MEMSummit2026/
- Workplace Ninjas Norway 2026 – Oslo, Norway-May 27, 2026
Event page: https://wpninjas.no/
- Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 – Baden, Switzerland – TBD
Event page: https://summit.wpninjas.global/
Intune Community Resources
Get trusted Intune tips and strategies from these blogs, videos, and podcasts from industry experts.
Andrew Taylor Newsletter and blogs - https://andrewstaylor.com/
Lewis Barry - https://conditionalaccess.uk/
MsEndpointmgr- (33) MSEndpointMgr - Jungling the Cloud - YouTube
Peter van der Woude – All about Microsoft Intune - https://petervanderwoude.nl/
Simon Skotheimsvik - https://skotheimsvik.no/
Niklas Tinner - https://www.oceanleaf.ch/
Adam Gross Intune Training - https://www.youtube.com/@IntuneTraining
Jonathan Edwards M365 Training - https://www.youtube.com/@bearded365guy
Steven Weiner - https://www.getrubix.com/
Workplace Ninjas Netherlands Podcast - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/wpninjasnl
Workplace Ninja User Group Netherlands Video - https://www.youtube.com/@wpninjasnl
Workplace Ninja User Group India - https://www.meetup.com/workplace-ninja-user-group-india/events/
Microsoft Cloud and Client Management Community Belgium - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mc2mcbe/
A special thanks to our contributors
A heartfelt thank you to all the MVPs who contributed to this year's roundup:
Joery Van den Bosch | Shady Khorshed | Sucheta Gawade | Andrew Taylor | Niels Kok | Joey Verlinden | Niklas Tinner | Pavel Mirochnitchenko | Kenneth van Surksum | Hailey Phillips | Jeroen Burgerhout | Somesh Pathak | Peter van der Woude | Johan Arwidmark & Arno | Gannon Novak | Andy Jones | Sander Rozemuller | Florian Salzmann | James Robinson | Rudy Ooms | Joost Gelijsteen | Ugur Koc | Jörgen Nilsson
Your expertise, generosity, and passion for sharing knowledge continue to elevate the entire Intune community. Thank you for everything you do. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a successful 2026! Stay secure, stay innovative, and be well.
Disclaimer: This content has been created and curated by the community. Readers are encouraged to independently verify technical details and evaluate resources for their specific environments.
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