Pckgr Blog

  • How to Add Custom Branding to your Intune Deployments with Pckgr and PSADT V4

    We’re excited to announce support for PSADT v4 inside Pckgr! This update introduces a modern pop-up design, Intune-first architecture, and code-signed security. End-users see clearer, branded prompts, while admins get smoother and more secure deployments. Why PSADT v4 Matters With version 4, the toolkit has been re-designed to meet the demands of modern deployment environments.…

    Thomas Mahony

  • How to Deploy Visio using Intune and Pckgr

    Deploying Visio Plan 2 or Project via Pckgr’s Custom Application Feature Microsoft’s Visio and Project are popular tools but deploying them through Microsoft Intune can often be complex and time consuming. That’s why we wanted to show you how simple it is to use Pckgr’s Custom Application feature to deploy these tools using the Office…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Deploying DWG TrueView to Microsoft Intune using Pckgr Custom Applications

    This guide details the packaging of Autodesk DWG TrueView for Intune using Pckgr. Steps include downloading and silently extracting the offline installer, zipping the contents, creating a custom application within Pckgr, and deploying it to Intune. Users are encouraged to test the process and consider a trial of Pckgr for efficiency.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Deploying PSADT within PSADT: Simplifying Complex Application Deployments with Pckgr

    Recently we updated our Pckgr Custom Application feature to support ZIP folders, which led to an interesting scenario: deploying a PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT) packaged application inside another PSADT package. While it sounds complex and perhaps a bit ironic our Custom Application process with the right configuration handled it flawlessly. The original ZIP application…

    Thomas Mahony

  • MacOS App Notification Bug in Latest Installomator Release

    Hi everyone, We want to inform you about a recently identified and resolved issue affecting MacOS applications deployed via Pckgr. Following a recent update to Installomator, we discovered a bug causing application notification banners to remain persistent during installs and updates. This behaviour impacted the user experience for macOS deployments. To address the issue promptly,…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps Seamlessly with Pckgr

    This blog post outlines a method for deploying Office 365 applications via Intune using Pckgr and the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center. It guides users through creating a configuration XML, hosting it in Azure Storage, and deploying the app with a custom install string. The post emphasizes ease, customization, and ongoing updates for effective management.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Introducing Pckgr’s New Custom Application Feature for Intune Deployment

    Pckgr introduces the Custom Applications feature for Business plan users, allowing them to upload and automate application packaging for deployment via Microsoft Intune. This drag-and-drop tool enhances flexibility by easing the deployment process, ensuring security through automated testing, and enabling customizable metadata for tailored application management.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Introducing Private Hosted Applications: A Premium Alternative for Application Deployment

    Pckgr introduces Private Hosted Applications for Business plan customers, providing a stable and controlled deployment experience. This feature eliminates external dependencies by securely hosting third-party installers, optimizing integration with Microsoft Intune. Benefits include increased reliability, faster response times, delayed updates, and a growing library of applications, enhancing deployment options alongside Winget-based deployments.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Easily deploy MacOS Applications to Intune with Pckgr

    Pckgr now supports MacOS application deployments, making it easier for users to manage both Mac and Windows applications. By integrating with Installomator, the platform automates installation and updates, ensures application safety, and provides professional notifications. Users can easily deploy and monitor Mac apps through a streamlined process on their Pckgr account.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Introducing Our Updated Plan Names: Same Great Value, New Names

    As we prepare to roll out some exciting new features, we’ve given our plans a fresh look with new names that better reflect the value and capabilities they provide. Rest assured, while the names have changed, everything else—pricing, features, and benefits—remains the same. Here’s a quick overview of the updated plan names: These changes are…

    Thomas Mahony