Imagine the frustration of knowing your organization's endpoints are vulnerable because Microsoft Intune leaves out crucial third-party apps and Linux support—it's a security nightmare that's all too common in today's hybrid IT world. But what if there was a seamless way to plug those holes without ditching your Microsoft setup? That's exactly what Action1 is bringing to the table at Microsoft Ignite 2025, supercharging Intune with unified patching across platforms and smart, risk-focused vulnerability handling.
Action1, a top player in autonomous endpoint management (AEM)—think of it as a smart system that automates device upkeep without constant human intervention—has just unveiled exciting new connections that boost Microsoft Intune's powers. These updates tackle key weaknesses in security and regulatory adherence by introducing full patching for third-party software, prioritizing vulnerabilities based on real risks, and offering instant views into your setup across Windows, macOS, and even Linux. You'll get a front-row seat to these features at Microsoft Ignite 2025 in San Francisco, where Action1 plans to show them off in action.
For those new to this, Microsoft Intune is like the backbone of managing devices in a business: it handles setting up new gear, controlling mobile devices, and enforcing rules to keep things secure. Action1 takes it further by automating updates for literally hundreds of non-Microsoft apps—apps like Adobe or Zoom that Intune might skip over. Plus, it gives you live, easy-to-read dashboards that track patch status in real time, and it highlights the vulnerabilities that could really hurt your business, helping you focus your efforts where they matter most.
By teaming up, Intune and Action1 let companies lock down every single app on their devices while sticking firmly to the Microsoft family of tools. No more juggling separate software or isolated fixes that complicate life. Coming soon this quarter, support for Windows 11, Windows Server, macOS, and Linux means IT pros can ramp up protection and streamline their workflows, all while squeezing every drop of value from their Microsoft spending. And this is the part most people miss: in a world where cyber threats evolve daily, staying within one ecosystem like this could be a game-changer for efficiency.
"Intune is a cornerstone for handling devices in the modern workplace, yet many teams struggle with updating third-party software, gaining clear insights, and deciding which risks to tackle first," shares Mike Walters, President and Co-founder of Action1. "Action1 steps in by enhancing Intune with hands-off patching and on-the-spot risk analysis, giving IT folks the tools to act fast, safeguard all devices, and truly maximize their Microsoft setup."
Action1 zeroes in on the biggest headaches that Intune users deal with right now, making endpoint security feel less like a chore and more like a strength.
Bridging the Third-Party Patching Divide: Action1's automated system handles updates for countless apps that Intune overlooks, using a clever peer-to-peer method to share patches efficiently—like devices helping each other out to save bandwidth and speed things up. This cuts down on risks across your whole network, for example, ensuring that a forgotten update on a creative team's design software doesn't become a backdoor for attackers.
Delivering Instant Visibility: Forget waiting for outdated reports or delayed updates; Action1 offers live patch tracking and interactive dashboards that pinpoint exactly which devices are up to date, following policies, or still at risk. This removes the uncertainty, so IT teams can respond with confidence instead of playing catch-up.
Offering Smart Prioritization for Vulnerabilities: With insights tailored to actual threats, Action1 helps you fix the flaws most likely to be targeted by hackers first—think prioritizing a critical flaw in a web browser over a minor one in a rarely used tool. This not only lowers your overall exposure but also makes audits for compliance a breeze, saving time and headaches.
Bringing All Windows Devices Under One Roof: Intune skips over Windows Server, but Action1 covers both Windows 11 and Server editions at the same straightforward per-device price. It stretches Intune's capabilities to every vital machine, creating a single, cloud-based plan for updates and threat management that ties everything together seamlessly.
But here's where it gets controversial: some experts argue that relying too heavily on Microsoft-centric tools like this integration might limit flexibility in truly diverse environments—do you agree, or is the simplicity worth it? Together, Intune and Action1 create a unified strategy for managing endpoints, covering everything from onboarding devices and setting policies to constant updates, threat reduction, and ongoing monitoring. The soon-to-come Linux integration rounds out support for all major OSes, promoting uniformity and toughness in mixed IT setups, like those blending office laptops with remote servers.
Action1 earned a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list as America's fastest-growing private software firm, a testament to its innovative edge and global appeal.
Catch Action1 demonstrating its Intune synergies at Microsoft Ignite 2025, happening November 18–20 at Booth #5433. Visitors can discover how this partnership crafts a streamlined path to robust endpoint protection and oversight. For more details, check out https://www.action1.com/meet-action1-at-microsoft-ignite-2025/.
About Action1
Action1 powers autonomous endpoint management for countless Fortune 500 giants. It's a cloud-based platform that's endlessly scalable, ultra-secure, and ready to go in just five minutes—no hassle, and it's completely free for your first 200 devices with all features intact. By leading the charge in automated updates for operating systems and third-party apps, complete with peer-to-peer sharing and instant threat checks (no VPN required), it frees up IT from mundane tasks, heads off ransomware dangers, and keeps employee digital tools running smoothly. For beginners, this means less downtime from patches and fewer surprises from security breaches.
In 2025, Inc. 5000 named Action1 the quickest-expanding private software company in the U.S. It's steered by founders Alex Vovk and Mike Walters, U.S. innovators who previously built Netwrix into a cybersecurity powerhouse worth billions.
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What do you think—does integrating tools like Action1 with Intune solve more problems than it creates, or should organizations explore fully independent solutions? Drop your thoughts in the comments; I'd love to hear if this sparks agreement or debate for you!
