What Intune Plan 1 does
Intune Plan 1 delivers fundamental mobile device management and application protection features. This includes device enrolment options like Autopilot and BYOD, configuration profile deployment for consistent settings, streamlined application deployment to managed devices, and the creation of compliance policies to enforce security standards. App Protection Policies (APPs) are key, allowing organisations to control how corporate data is accessed and used on both company-owned and personal devices.
Intune Plan 1 in Australian tenants today
For the AU mid-market, Intune Plan 1 is frequently included within Microsoft 365 subscriptions like E3, E5, and Business Premium. Its value lies in forming the bedrock for Conditional Access policies, a critical component for achieving a zero-trust security model. Meeting obligations under APRA CPS 234 requires controls over data access, and Intune Plan 1's device compliance features are a practical step towards that. Consider the OAIC’s guidance on data security; Intune Plan 1 helps enforce baseline security measures.