MMS 2026 at MOA: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Cure Script Fatigue: Achieve Reliable Endpoint State with DSC v3

Monday May 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Description:
Tackle script fatigue and switch from brittle imperative scripts to reliable, self-correcting configurations using DSC v3, the modern, agentless runtime. A live coding break/fix demo will illustrate how to prevent drift, standardize logging, and manage reboots safely within Intune or ConfigMgr. Attendees will walk away with a comprehensive GitHub starter kit to transform unreliable scripts into robust, self-healing baselines.

What you will learn:

Adopt a 'two-layer' operating model that uses Intune/ConfigMgr for delivery while leveraging DSC v3 for reliable, self-correcting configuration state.
Implement a production-grade Execution Template to standardize exit codes, prevent 'false green' reporting, and capture durable evidence for troubleshooting.
Master practical techniques for offline packaging, reboot orchestration, and secrets management to replace brittle imperative scripts with reliable DSC v3 patterns.
Walk away with a complete GitHub starter kit containing runner templates, validation tools, and sample configurations ready to deploy in your environment.

Speakers

Frank Lesniak

Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect, West Monroe

Frank Lesniak is a Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect at West Monroe with 20+ years of experience leading consulting engagements involving Microsoft infrastructure technology. His expertise spans modern cloud platforms such as Azure, Microsoft 365, and Entra ID, as... Read More →

Blake Cherry

Principal in Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology, West Monroe

Blake is a Principal in West Monroe's Technology practice, operating out of Chicago, IL. Known for accelerating the delivery of best practice infrastructure by leveraging infrastructure as code, his expertise lies in Azure, Microsoft 365, and Infrastructure Automation, with a specialized... Read More →

Monday May 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Nokomis BC

Intune, Endpoint Management

10:00am CDT

Patch Me If You Can: Surviving Multi-Phase Feature Updates with Windows Autopatch

Monday May 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Minnetonka BC

Description:
Deploying Windows updates can feel like an adventure filled with unexpected challenges. Navigate the multi-phase Windows Autopatch deployments structured like a Broadway show: Act I: Test, Act II: First Ring, and so on,直到Finale: Last Ring. This session reveals the strategies for avoiding common deployment pitfalls and ensuring seamless updates across your organization.

What you will learn:

Demystify Autopatch's phased rollout strategy to prevent common deployment mistakes, such as updating Finance before IT.
Gain practical tips for maintaining endpoint health and ensuring devices stay up-to-date effortlessly.
Walk away with a clear roadmap for managing update rings without the confusion associated with jewelry.
Learn best practices to enhance your update process and streamline feature deployment for a better user experience.

Speakers

Steve Jesok

Systems Management and Automation Professional, Banking/Finance

I am an experienced information technology professional specializing in IT operations, systems management, and automation within large-scale enterprise environments. My career has focused on maintaining and optimizing complex IT infrastructures, where I have developed deep expertise... Read More →

Harman Thind

Senior Product Manager, Microsoft

Harman Thind is a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft focused on Windows servicing and update management, where he leads work on Windows Autopatch and enterprise update experiences. He partners closely with IT admins and customers to design solutions that improve reliability, visibility... Read More →

Monday May 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Minnetonka BC

Intune, Endpoint Management

8:00am CDT

Latest Innovations in Endpoint Management with Microsoft Intune (Option 1)

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Lakes CD

Description:
Microsoft Intune is steadily evolving, introducing new features that enhance endpoint management and user experience on Windows and macOS. Discover the latest upgrades in enrollment, provisioning, and device lifecycle management, including enhancements to Autopilot and macOS onboarding, along with fresh security measures and user experience improvements aimed at easing device transitions and fortifying the Intune environment.

What you will learn:

Understand the latest enhancements to Windows Autopilot and macOS enrollment and provisioning.
Explore new recovery and device lifecycle management capabilities within Intune.
Learn how recent user experience improvements simplify device transitions and onboarding.
Identify new security features and controls that strengthen your Intune-managed environment.

Speakers

Danny Guillory

Senior Program Manager, Microsoft

Rob York

Product Manager, Microsoft

Program Manager at Microsoft for Windows Commercial and cloud-native transition to Intune.

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Lakes CD

Intune, Endpoint Management

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10:00am CDT

Intune Suite: Evolution and Future Integrations

Tuesday May 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Lakes B

Description:
Discover the evolution of the Microsoft Intune Suite and its future impact on endpoint management. Gain insights into the product roadmap, upcoming integrations, and strategic changes affecting organizational adoption. Engage directly with the engineering team to voice your feedback and play a role in shaping the Intune ecosystem’s direction.

What you will learn:

Understand current capabilities and the evolving role of the Intune Suite in endpoint management.
Explore upcoming integrations and roadmap items that will shape the platform's future.
Learn how changes to the suite affect licensing, positioning, and adoption strategies within organizations.
Engage with the product team, offering feedback to influence future development of the Intune ecosystem.

Speakers

Matt Call

PM Architect - Core Infrastructure and Security, Microsoft

Matt is a Principal Product Manager on the Microsoft Endpoint Manager engineering squad responsible for Endpoint Security and other various security integrations. He's spent a majority of his life working/consulting/architecting Windows clients in extremely large enterprises. Because... Read More →

Mike Danoski

Product Manager - Microsoft Intune, Microsoft

Mike Danoski is a Principal Product Manager on the Microsoft Intune team focused on Endpoint Privilege Management and AI‑driven policy configuration experiences. Mike works at the intersection of Windows management and AI, building agent‑based capabilities that help IT admins... Read More →

Tuesday May 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Lakes B

Intune, Endpoint Management

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10:00am CDT

Latest Innovations in Endpoint Management with Microsoft Intune (Option 2)

Wednesday May 6, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Minnetonka A

Understand the latest enhancements to Windows Autopilot and macOS enrollment and provisioning.
Explore new recovery and device lifecycle management capabilities within Intune.
Learn how recent user experience improvements simplify device transitions and onboarding.
Identify new security features and controls that strengthen your Intune-managed environment.

Speakers

Danny Guillory

Senior Program Manager, Microsoft

Rob York

Product Manager, Microsoft

Program Manager at Microsoft for Windows Commercial and cloud-native transition to Intune.

Wednesday May 6, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Minnetonka A

Intune, Endpoint Management

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