I'm curious about the current status of MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager). I heard that Microsoft is planning to phase it out, with desktop support ending sooner while extending server support. The intention seems to be to transition users over to Intune. Is that still the case? Are there any confirmed dates for these changes? Also, how does Intune stack up against MECM in terms of features?
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It’s got a timeline similar to on-premises Exchange—it’s not going anywhere fast!
On the bright side, as more people transition to Intune, salaries for SCCM admins and consultants could increase significantly.
According to some info I found, starting November 2025, Configuration Manager will still support on-premises devices while focusing on security and long-term support. You can check more details in this blog post [here](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/configurationmanagerblog/announcing-the-annual-release-cadence-for-microsoft-configuration-manager/4464794).
When they eventually do end MECM, you’ll likely have around five years to adjust. Keeping MECM around doesn’t cost them much; updates are rare and mostly bug fixes. Intune is still a bit behind in terms of features. It’s a more hands-off approach, and ideally, in a few years, you might just pay Microsoft to handle it all, cutting down your admin role. Intune works well for what it does, but I really wish its interface had more detailed options for customization and reporting.
I seriously doubt they'll get rid of MECM anytime soon. Large organizations still rely on it, especially since they can’t easily switch to Intune due to missing features and needs like managing locked down endpoints without internet access.
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