Microsoft Adds Advanced Intune Suite Features to Microsoft 365 E3/E5 Subscriptions

Microsoft is enhancing endpoint management by embedding advanced Intune capabilities directly into Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 subscriptions. These new features combine AI-driven insights, Zero Trust security, and streamlined device management to help organizations scale management and strengthen security with far less complexity.

The Microsoft Intune Suite was first introduced in March 2023. It’s a premium bundle that enhances the existing Intune platform with a collection of advanced endpoint management and security features. In addition to standard management capabilities, this Suite offers Remote Help, Endpoint Privilege Management, Advanced Analytics, Enterprise Application Management, Microsoft Tunnel for mobile app VPN, Cloud PKI for certificate management, firmware-over-the-air updates, and support for specialty devices.

This move addresses the growing complexity of managing diverse endpoints in a hybrid, AI-powered workplace. Organizations face challenges like securing remote devices, enforcing Zero Trust principles, and reducing operational overhead while maintaining productivity. Traditional tools often require multiple solutions and manual processes, which increase risk and cost.

New Intune capabilities for Microsoft 365 E3/E5 bring stronger security and automation

Microsoft will add several Intune Suite capabilities that strengthen day‑to‑day device operations for Microsoft 365 E3 customers. These include Intune Remote Help, Intune Advanced Analytics, Microsoft Tunnel for Mobile Application Management, specialty device management, and firmware updates.

Microsoft 365 E5 subscribers will get a deeper security and automation layer tailored for Zero Trust. The list of key enhancements includes Intune Endpoint Privilege Management, Intune Enterprise Application Management, and Microsoft Cloud PKI, which enables cloud-based certificate issuance for Wi‑Fi, VPN, and app authentication.

Additionally, Microsoft 365 E5 integrates with Security Copilot in Intune, which enables agentic AI workflows that translate natural‑language admin tasks into actions and use Defender threat intelligence to analyze risks.

New Windows resilience and security enhancements

Microsoft is also adding Windows resiliency and security capabilities to its Windows Enterprise E3 subscription. These include Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) with enterprise controls, point‑in‑time restore, and cloud rebuild for Windows 11. Customers will also gain access to Autopatch update readiness (preview) that surfaces device compliance and risk in an Intune dashboard.

Microsoft’s latest announcement delivers strategic benefits by unifying advanced endpoint management and security within Microsoft 365, which reduces the need for multiple standalone tools. Organizations gain a single, integrated platform that enforces Zero Trust principles, automates certificate and privilege management, and leverages AI for proactive monitoring and remediation. This strengthens security against evolving threats as well as reduces operational complexity and cost.

Microsoft will start rolling out Intune Suite capabilities to Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 customers in 2026. All eligible organizations will receive a notification in the Microsoft 365 admin center 30 days before these changes take effect.

How is Microsoft justifying its 2026 price hike?

Starting in July 2026, Microsoft plans to increase pricing for Microsoft 365/Office 365 commercial plans, which has raised questions about cost implications for organizations. To mitigate concerns, the company is proactively adding advanced Intune Suite capabilities into Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 subscriptions at no additional charge.

This integration significantly impacts how businesses perceive the upcoming pricing changes. Microsoft is bundling features like AI-driven analytics, privilege management, and secure app deployment into core plans to position the price adjustment as an investment in enhanced security and operational efficiency rather than a simple hike.