What are the Android management options with Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune provides robust Android management options, allowing organizations to effectively manage and secure Android devices in an enterprise environment. The Android management capabilities in Intune cover various aspects, including device enrollment, application management, security policies, and more. Here are key Android management options available with Microsoft Intune:

1. Android Enterprise:

   • Android Enterprise is a set of features and APIs provided by Google for Android devices to enhance the management and security capabilities for enterprise use. Intune fully supports Android Enterprise and leverages its capabilities to manage devices more effectively.

2. Device Enrollment:

   • Intune supports multiple enrollment methods for Android devices, including:
     • Android Enterprise Work Profile: This creates a separate, secure profile on the device for work-related apps and data.
     • Android Enterprise Dedicated Devices (Kiosk Mode): Designed for specialized or single-use devices.
     • Android Enterprise Fully Managed Devices: Provides comprehensive management for corporate-owned devices.

3. App Deployment:

   • Intune allows administrators to deploy and manage apps on Android devices. This includes deploying both public and line-of-business (LOB) apps. Apps can be pushed silently to devices or made available through the Intune Company Portal for users to install.

4. App Protection Policies:

   • Intune supports app protection policies to control the behavior of apps on Android devices. These policies focus on protecting corporate data within apps, including features such as data encryption, copy-paste restrictions, and app-level security.

5. Security Policies:

   • Intune enables administrators to define and enforce security policies on Android devices. This includes settings related to device compliance, passcode requirements, encryption, and more.

6. Conditional Access:

   • Intune integrates with Azure Active Directory for conditional access. This allows administrators to define access policies based on various conditions, including device compliance status and user identity.

7. Remote Wipe and Lock:

   • In case of a lost or stolen device, administrators can initiate remote wipe or lock commands to protect sensitive corporate data. This helps ensure that corporate information remains secure even if the device is no longer in the possession of the user.

8. Certificate-based Authentication:

   • Intune supports the deployment of certificates to Android devices, enabling certificate-based authentication for secure access to corporate resources.

9. Wi-Fi and VPN Configuration:

   • Intune allows administrators to configure Wi-Fi and VPN settings on Android devices, ensuring secure connectivity to corporate networks.

10. Inventory and Reporting:

    • Intune provides inventory and reporting capabilities for Android devices. This includes details on enrolled devices, compliance status, and other relevant information for auditing and monitoring.

11. Integration with Microsoft 365 Apps:

    • Intune integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 apps, allowing for enhanced management and security of productivity applications on Android devices.

12. Android Enterprise Recommended:

    • Microsoft Intune is part of the Android Enterprise Recommended program, ensuring that it meets Google's requirements for enterprise-level Android management.

Organizations can leverage these Android management options in Microsoft Intune to implement a comprehensive and secure approach to managing Android devices in the enterprise. Keep in mind that the specific features and capabilities may evolve with updates to the Intune service, so it's advisable to refer to the official Microsoft Intune documentation for the latest information.