469032 – Microsoft Intune: New enrollment policies experience for iOS/iPadOS ADE

Product:

Intune

Platform:

iOS, US Instances, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

These enrollment policies for iOS/iPadOS contains enrollment time grouping, improved UI, and removes automatic deployment of the Company Portal app and deprecated settings.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-11-15

updated:
2025-09-10

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
The removal of automatic deployment of the Company Portal app may lead to confusion among users who rely on it for accessing corporate resources, resulting in increased support requests and frustration.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/microsoft-intune-new-enrollment-policies-experience-for-ios/ba-p/3701230

Increased Onboarding Time
Changes in enrollment time grouping and improved UI may require additional training for users, leading to longer onboarding times and potential delays in productivity.
   - roles: End Users, HR Onboarding Specialists
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/microsoft-intune-new-enrollment-policies-experience-for-ios/ba-p/3701230

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Intune is updating its enrollment policies for iOS and iPadOS devices, which can be thought of as a new way to manage how these devices are set up and used in a work environment. Imagine you're organizing a big event and need to register all attendees. Previously, everyone might have been funneled through the same line, causing delays and confusion. With the new changes, you can group attendees based on their arrival times, making the process smoother and more efficient. This is similar to the "enrollment time grouping" feature, which helps manage device setup more effectively.

The improved user interface (UI) is like redesigning the registration desk to be more intuitive and user-friendly. It makes it easier for people to understand where to go and what to do, reducing frustration and errors. In the context of Intune, this means that the setup process for devices is clearer and more straightforward, which can save time and reduce mistakes.

Previously, the Company Portal app, which is essential for accessing company resources, was automatically installed on devices. This is akin to handing out a standard welcome packet to every attendee, regardless of whether they need it or not. Now, with the removal of automatic deployment, it's like giving attendees the option to pick up the materials they need, rather than overwhelming them with unnecessary items. This change allows for more flexibility and customization based on individual needs.

Some settings that were no longer useful or relevant have been removed, similar to clearing out outdated information from your event materials. This helps to streamline the process and focus on what's truly necessary, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

Overall, these updates to Microsoft Intune's enrollment policies for iOS and iPadOS devices aim to make the setup process more organized, user-friendly, and tailored to specific needs, much like improving the registration experience at a large event.