Pckgr Blog

  • How to deploy Autodesk applications to Microsoft Intune using Pckgr

    Today’s blog post tackles a question we’ve received from many customers over the past few months: “Can I deploy Autodesk apps using Pckgr?” Until recently, I wasn’t sure. Autodesk applications are known for being large and complex, and traditionally difficult to automate. But after enough requests, I decided to dive in and test whether our…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Pckgr Now Automatically Applies ARM64 Requirements for Intune Apps

    Deploying ARM64 applications into Intune has always required a bit of extra work. Until recently, Intune didn’t natively support restricting Win32 apps by processor architecture which meant admins had to rely on filtered device groups or manual requirement rules just to ensure ARM-only apps weren’t offered to x64 devices. Microsoft has now introduced ARM64 requirement…

    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

  • Stage Your Application Rollouts with the Pilot Group Feature in Pckgr

    Pckgr’s Pilot Group feature allows IT administrators to stage application updates by first testing them on a selected group of devices or users. This approach ensures a smoother rollout by letting teams address potential issues before a wider deployment. The feature enhances control, risk mitigation, and efficient management of updates via Intune.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Boosting Your Intune App Deployment with the Company Portal & Pckgr

    Microsoft Intune simplifies app management for IT administrators across various devices, with the Company Portal acting as a central hub for employees to enroll devices, access, and manage apps. Integrating Pckgr enhances this process by automating packaging and deployment, ensuring a secure and efficient application distribution experience.

    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

  • Important Update to Winget Pre-Install for New Device Deployments

    Pckgr has issued an important update to its Winget Pre-Install setup to resolve compatibility issues following Microsoft’s Winget version 1.9.25180. This update ensures new devices using Autopilot install the correct MS Redistributable version, preventing deployment failures. Additionally, Pckgr introduces a Private Repository for enhanced control over application management, ideal for business users.

    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