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Enhance Your Microsoft Intune Experience with Action1

Third-Party Patching, Windows Updates and Feature Upgrades

^ Real-time detection of missing third-party patches
^ Privately maintained Software Repository
^ Bandwidth-efficient P2P patch distribution
^ Real-time vulnerability assessment and remediation
^ Secure and trusted: SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022

Setup in minutes to reduce your cyber risks and costs:

Windows and third-party updates

No VPN required for remote patching

99% patching coverage in 5 minutes

Real-time vulnerability assessment

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Automate the entire patch management process

“Action1 enhances Microsoft Intune by extending its capabilities with a reliable and consistent patch management platform that is configurable in under 5 minutes—and it just works! Regardless of where your endpoints are situated, it automates the entire software update process, from scanning your network for missing updates, to installing patch updates to multiple endpoints in minutes and reporting on compliance status. Using Action1 alongside Intune can provide your organization with a more complete patch management solution that covers third-party patching, real-time visibility, and efficient update distribution.

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Third-party patch repository

Unlike the standard approach to third-party patching, the Action1 Software Repository automates this process entirely. Managed by our in-house experts, it eliminates manual packaging of applications, ensuring your software is always up-to-date and secure.
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Private P2P patch distribution

Accelerate patch delivery and sidestep bandwidth concerns without the hassle of managing local appliances or cache servers.
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Real-time missing patch visibility

Instantly identify missing third-party patches without depending on stale scan results from the previous day.
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Automated, policy-based remediation

Tailor your patching schedule and set automated patching criteria based on factors such as severity, update type, vendor, or specific applications.

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Minimize frustration, increase security

Implement customizable reboot behavior to provide users with sufficient time to save their work and temporarily delay reboots, while still enforcing patching deadlines.
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Secure and trusted

Action1 stands out as the first third-party patch management solution to attain both SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications.

Trusted by thousands of IT teams around the world

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Why customers choose Action1

Patching without VPN

Patch remote and onsite endpoints using Action1’s cloud-native platform. No need for a company network or VPN connection.

Ditch complexity

Start seeing results in minutes, not hours or days. Deploy and patch software consistently without the hassle of legacy technology, clunky integrations, or multiple consoles.

Avoid bandwidth issues

Accelerate software updates and maintain network availability for critical applications with Action1’s P2P patch distribution capability.

Secure and trusted

Action1 is the first patch management solution to achieve both SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications.

Patch offline devices

Enhance your patch success rates by automatically applying OS and application patches the moment endpoints that were offline reconnect.

See phenomenal ROI

No extra hardware or software required. Enjoy your first 100 endpoints for free, with no hidden catches. Easily scale up as needed at a flat rate per endpoint.

What Our Customers Say

Action1 helped us save about 125 hours per month by automating patch management. That’s a huge enabler to our business; as an MSP, the more you automate, the more money you save, and the more savings you can pass on to your customers.

Ian Holub

CEO and Co-founder, Essential Tech Support

I gotta tell you that Action1 has changed how I install updates — I feel like now I can sleep, knowing my clients are patched.

Michael Cauldwell

Systems Administrator, Reflect Systems

With Action1, I’m saving hours every week and bringing in better control and consistency across everything that we do. It was also very easy to deploy; I was able to quickly install it and ensure nothing was missed.

Chris Weis

Senior Systems Engineer, Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe

What Experts Say

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“Patch management. It’s one of those tasks that nobody wants to do, but it’s essential.”
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“The top issue in vulnerability management is that organizations aren’t prioritizing their patching and compensating controls to align to vulnerabilities targeted by threat actors.”
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“Action1 develops a risk-based patch management platform for distributed networks trusted by thousands of global enterprises.”

Industry Awards

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See #1 cloud-native patch management in action

Frequently asked questions

What is Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that focuses on mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM). It enables organizations to manage and secure devices used by employees, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops, regardless of their location. Intune helps IT administrators control how devices are used, ensuring that corporate data is protected while allowing users to access the resources they need. This includes features like remote wipe, app deployment, and policy enforcement, making it a comprehensive solution for managing a modern, mobile workforce.

How does Action1 Integrate with Microsoft Intune?

As a strategic addition to Microsoft Intune®, Action1 enhances Microsoft’s device management software with advanced, cloud-native patching and vulnerability management, designed to scale seamlessly and ensure real-time endpoint security.

Action1 integrates effortlessly with Microsoft Intune, augmenting Intune’s device management capabilities with its Autonomous Endpoint Management solution. This includes real-time patching and vulnerability assessments for operating systems and third-party applications, along with features like offline device patching and peer-to-peer (P2P) distribution. These capabilities offer an additional layer of compliance and protection, tailored for hybrid work environments. With a setup time of under five minutes, Action1 enables companies to quickly secure their endpoints, manage them autonomously, and stay ahead of emerging threats.

What are the benefits for your business to incorporate Action1 with MS Intune?

Incorporating Action1 with Microsoft Intune offers several significant benefits for your business:

  1. Enhanced Third-Party Application Patching: While Intune’s native support for third-party software patching is limited, Action1 automates this process across a wide range of applications. This ensures that vulnerabilities in non-Microsoft software are promptly addressed without needing extra steps or integrations.
  2. Real-Time Vulnerability Assessment: Unlike Intune’s scheduled compliance scans, Action1 provides continuous, real-time visibility into endpoint vulnerabilities. This proactive monitoring helps identify and mitigate risks faster, reducing the time between detection and remediation.
  3. Automated Remediation: Action1 streamlines patching with detailed, policy-driven automation for both operating systems and third-party software. This significantly reduces manual workloads and ensures consistent compliance across all endpoints.
  4. Peer-to-Peer Patch Distribution: Action1’s peer-to-peer patch distribution supports non-Microsoft updates, optimizing bandwidth usage and enabling efficient patch deployment in distributed or bandwidth-constrained environments. This is a notable improvement over Intune’s Delivery Optimization, which is primarily effective for Microsoft updates.
  5. Free Trial for First 100 Endpoints: Action1 offers a lifetime license for the first 100 endpoints at no cost, allowing organizations to indefinitely trial the solution before full-scale implementation. This helps businesses experience the benefits firsthand without any financial commitment.
  6. Compliance and Security Certifications: Action1 is certified with SOC 2 and ISO 27001, making it the first in patch management to achieve both standards. Additionally, it supports HIPAA, PCI DSS, CIS CSC, ACSC, and GLBA/FFIEC, enabling organizations to meet diverse regulatory requirements and strengthen endpoint security.
  7. Global Reach and Reliability: Action1’s strategically located data centers worldwide ensure fast patch deployment, supporting enterprises in scaling patch management with confidence. This is backed by robust and globally compliant infrastructure.

By integrating Action1 with Microsoft Intune, your business can enhance its endpoint security, streamline patch management, and ensure compliance with various regulatory standards, all while benefiting from a reliable and scalable solution.