A Pittsburgh-based technology services company with over 25 years of experience partnered with solutions4networks to modernize its mobile device management and implement cyber security solutions.
Operating with a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy, the organization needed to:
- Manage access to company data, particularly on personal cell phones
- Prevent corporate data from being shared through personal channels
- Deploy and enforce anti-virus or anti-malware usage across employee mobile devices
- Streamline the deployment of enterprise applications
- Remotely wipe corporate data from employee devices post-departure
By addressing these challenges, we delivered a solution that combined device control, data protection, and cross-platform visibility — all supported by our cyber security and modern workplace services.
Microsoft Intune Deployment Strategy: Crawl-Walk-Run Framework
After auditing the existing technology landscape and understanding the company’s device usage, s4nets designed a Microsoft Intune mobile device management transition plan using a structured Crawl → Walk → Run deployment model. This phased strategy begins with foundational policies in the Crawl phase, scales configuration in Walk, and culminates in full deployment and optimization in the Run stage.
Proof of Concept: Analyzing the Deployment Landscape
We conducted initial testing using Android and iOS control devices to determine the optimal deployment strategy. This phase ran successfully over a 90-day period.
Pilot Phase: Validating Compatibility and Connectivity
One Android and one iPhone user tested the setup to ensure seamless corporate and personal connectivity. The successful pilot validated the readiness for broader deployment.
Phase 1 Rollout: Scaling with User Groups and Diverse Use Cases
We tested a defined group representing various use cases and device types. The only anomaly involved an outdated device management policy that was promptly resolved.
Full Rollout: Executing Enterprise-Wide Implementation
We completed a company-wide rollout, tailoring timelines to account for legacy policies and enterprise app complexity.
Microsoft Intune MDM Capabilities Implemented
s4nets deployed Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based unified endpoint management (UEM) platform. Key features used included:
- Central management plane for Microsoft 365-connected devices
- Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- Policy controls for deploying configuration profiles and enterprise apps
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) segmentation for corporate access
- Mobile Application Management (MAM) for app-level data protection
Business Impact: BYOD Security and Endpoint Efficiency with Intune
The six-month project yielded measurable improvements in both cyber security and IT efficiency:
Selective Wipe & BYOD Security with Intune
The organization gained the ability to automatically remove corporate data from departing employees’ devices without affecting their personal information.
Anti-Malware Enforcement
Intune policies now ensure devices are protected with up-to-date malware defense tools.
Solid User Experience
Employees described the experience as non-invasive, while IT teams appreciated the streamlined management process.
ROI & Licensing Optimization
By leveraging existing Microsoft 365 entitlements, the company avoided unnecessary expenses. With per-user pricing, they maximized value even for employees using multiple devices.
Unified Endpoint Visibility
Thanks to Microsoft Intune’s mobile device management capabilities, IT staff can now monitor and manage all endpoints across all major operating systems from one place.
Improved Microsoft Secure Score
Intune implementation significantly raised the organization’s Microsoft Secure Score, enhancing their overall security posture.
These results reflect our ability to deliver real-world impact through tailored cyber security services and modern work solutions. Learn more about how we help businesses secure and scale their endpoint environments.
Partner With s4nets To Secure Your Mobile Environment
At s4nets, we engineer our Microsoft Intune deployments to align with your IT ecosystem, eliminate security gaps, and maximize the value of your Microsoft 365 investment. Our strategic rollout for this professional services firm delivered measurable improvements in user experience, security posture, and IT efficiency, without disrupting operations or infringing on employee privacy.
From pilot to full deployment, our Crawl → Walk → Run approach ensures technical precision and strategic foresight. If you’re navigating BYOD security challenges or looking to streamline mobile device management across platforms, our team is ready to help you execute with confidence.
Let’s tailor Microsoft Intune to work harder for your business.
