Performance First: How Intune App Lifecycle Management Extends Device Life
- Yiu Lung Jerry LEE
- Nov 29
- 2 min read
Old apps aren’t just a security risk—they’re a silent performance killer. Every outdated program on your laptop consumes resources, slows workflows, and shortens the device's lifespan. For business owners, that means higher IT costs and frustrated employees.
The Challenge
One of our clients had multiple legacy applications installed across their fleet. These apps were rarely used, yet they hogged storage, required manual updates, and exposed the business to vulnerabilities. IT teams spent hours patching software that no one needed.
What We Did with Intune App Lifecycle Management
We implemented Intune app lifecycle management to automate the process:
Uninstalled outdated apps remotely across all devices.
Applied updates for critical software without manual intervention.
Shifted design tasks to cloud-based SaaS tools like Canva, eliminating heavy local installations.
Why It Matters
Better Performance: Removing unnecessary apps freed up system resources, making laptops faster and more reliable.
Lower IT Overhead: Automation reduced labour costs for software maintenance.
Extended Device Lifespan: Optimized performance means devices last longer, delaying expensive hardware refresh cycles.
Improved Secure Score: Removing every app and applying every update strengthened the organization’s security posture.
The Bigger Picture
Choosing SaaS solutions like Canva for creative work means no bulky installations, no license headaches, and fewer vulnerabilities. Combined with Intune app lifecycle management, this approach delivers measurable ROI:
Reduced attack surface
Lower operational costs
Happier, more productive employees
Result
Our client saw a lower threat exposure score, faster devices, and clear data to justify their device lifecycle strategy. Security and performance aren’t separate goals—they work together.
Want to optimize performance, cut costs, and improve security? Let’s talk about Intune app lifecycle management.
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