24. How to Create Device Compliance Policy Settings in Intune

Introduction

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to create device compliance policy settings in Microsoft Intune. Establishing compliance policies is essential for managing devices in your organization, ensuring that they adhere to security and management standards. This guide is designed for beginners and will help you navigate through the necessary steps to set up these policies effectively.

Step 1: Access Microsoft Intune

1. Open a web browser and navigate to the Microsoft Intune admin center.
2. Sign in with your administrator credentials.
3. From the home dashboard, locate the Devices section on the left-hand menu.

Step 2: Create a New Compliance Policy

1. In the Devices section, select Compliance policies.
2. Click on Policies to view existing compliance policies.
3. Select Create policy to start a new compliance policy.
4. Choose the platform for which you want to create the policy (e.g., Windows, iOS, Android).

Step 3: Configure Compliance Settings

1. After selecting the platform, you will be directed to the Policy settings page.
2. Fill in the following details:
   • Name: Enter a name for your compliance policy.
   • Description: Provide a brief description to explain the purpose of the policy.
3. Choose the compliance settings that you wish to enforce, such as:
   • Password requirements
   • Device health
   • Security settings

Step 4: Set Compliance Rules

1. In the compliance settings, define the rules that devices must meet to be considered compliant. Common rules include:
   • Minimum OS version
   • Required security updates
   • Device encryption status
2. For each rule, specify the conditions and actions. For example:
   • Mark the device as compliant if it meets the specified OS version.

Step 5: Assign the Compliance Policy

1. After configuring the compliance settings and rules, proceed to the Assignments section.
2. Select the groups to which you want to apply the compliance policy:
   • You can assign the policy to all devices or specific user groups.
3. Review your selections and click Next to proceed.

Step 6: Review and Create the Policy

1. In the final step, review all your settings and configurations.
2. Make sure all information is correct.
3. Click on Create to finalize the compliance policy.

Conclusion

Creating device compliance policies in Microsoft Intune is a straightforward process that enhances your organization's security posture. By following these steps, you can ensure that devices are compliant with your organizational standards.

Next Steps:

• Monitor compliance reports in the Intune dashboard to track device compliance status.
• Regularly update compliance policies to adapt to new security requirements or organizational changes.