Introducing EPM Insight: turning endpoint privilege from a deployed control into a measurable enterprise service Deploying least privilege is only the beginning. Microsoft Intune Endpoint Privilege Management can reduce dependence on local administrator rights while enabling approved applications to run with elevated permissions. But once EPM is deployed, leaders need a stronger answer than “the…
In January 2026, a routine Windows 11 security update inadvertently introduced a critical bug that prevented many users from signing in to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 Cloud PCs. Windows clients that installed the January Patch Tuesday updates (e.g. update KB5074109) began encountering authentication errors (0x80080005) when launching remote desktops via the Windows 365…
Designing a successful Cloud Endpoint deployment whether Windows 365 (W365) or Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) starts with understanding what your users do, how they work, and what resources they need. This article provides a practical approach to workload analysis, persona definition, persona-to-endpoint mapping, and ongoing optimisation, plus a cost comparison view to help you make…
As organisations adopt hybrid work and undergo digital transformation, they increasingly require technology solutions that are flexible, secure, and affordable. Microsoft’s new Windows 365 Cloud Apps represent an important advancement for businesses looking to efficiently provide applications to their teams. These apps are designed to make operations smoother, cut down on IT expenses, and give…
Why This Underused Capability Deserves More Attention When organisations approach us about migrating from their current EDR solutions to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE), a common refrain is, “We just want a like-for-like replacement.” Yet, after a focused workshop showcasing the extensive capabilities of MDE especially those tied to the Advania UK Defender Security Baseline…