How to Migrate Applications from SCCM to Intune

Are you still managing applications through SCCM, feeling mounting pressure to modernize your endpoint management strategy, but dreading the complexities of SCCM to Intune migration? You’re not alone. For many IT teams, transitioning to Intune represents a significant operational hurdle, especially when it comes to migrating hundreds or thousands of application packages.

Manual app packaging process, script rewriting, and validation processes turn what should be a strategic evolution into an exhausting, error-prone project. But with the right approach, there’s a way to avoid the usual pitfalls.

Enter Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion – a dedicated solution that automates the SCCM to Intune migration process, removing manual bottlenecks and accelerating deployment. It reduces transition timelines and empowers your team to embrace cloud-native management with confidence. In this article, we’ll explore how this tool simplifies even the most complex migration tasks and why, in 2025, doing it manually no longer makes sense.

Why Migrate from SCCM to Intune?

SCCM has long been the backbone of enterprise device and software management. But with today’s growing demand for hybrid work environments and cloud-first strategies, its limitations are becoming increasingly clear.

Intune is Microsoft’s modern endpoint management solution designed for today’s cloud-first environments. It offers cloud-native management for Windows and macOS, integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, and removes the need for maintaining on-premises infrastructure. It also offers better scalability, real-time analytics, and automation features that streamline compliance and improve IT responsiveness.

Still, while the benefits of Intune are undeniable, the road to implementation can be steep, especially when application migration is involved. That’s where our solution steps in.

SCCM to Intune Migration

Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion – your automated solution for SCCM to Intune application packaging

Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion is tailored to accelerate the SCCM to Intune migration, handling complex packaging formats with ease. Instead of handling each package manually, it automates the full conversion workflow, conversion, testing, and deployment preparation.

The tool supports a wide range of package formats, including CMD scripts, PSADT wrappers, MSI installers, and custom setups. With batch processing of up to 200 applications at a time, it’s built for enterprise-scale operations.

Using predefined templates, you can configure your conversion logic once and apply it consistently across your entire application portfolio. This ensures that naming conventions, branding requirements, and structural rules are followed precisely, every time.

What makes our solution stand out is its ability to test each application for successful installation and uninstallation before it’s converted. Faulty or incompatible packages are flagged immediately, enabling early issue resolution and ensuring that only stable apps make it into production.

Once you successfully convert and validate a package, you can immediately push it to Intune without leaving the Apptimized platform. This built-in integration removes the need for manual uploads to Microsoft Endpoint Manager, which significantly streamlines the deployment process and saves valuable time. As a result, you can publish tested and compliant applications to Intune with just a few clicks—ensuring they are ready for assignment and deployment across your organization.

From a management perspective, the tool provides full transparency. Real-time logs, progress updates, and success/error reporting keep your team informed and in control. With intelligent error handling built in, you avoid the silent failures and guesswork that come with traditional tools.

The result? A fast, repeatable, and low-risk migration path to Intune.

A Real-World Success Story

One of our clients recently undertook the challenge of migrating over 2,300 applications from SCCM to Intune. These included a mix of CMD and PSADT packages, each with custom requirements.

The project seemed daunting: internal resources were limited, and a manual migration was projected to take over a year. The risk of delays and user disruption was high.

By leveraging Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion, the organization was able to:

  1. Set up a reusable conversion template to ensure output consistency
  2. Test and validate all packages ahead of time
  3. Process applications in high-volume batches

The SCCM to Intune migration was completed significantly faster than a traditional hands-on process would have allowed. With minimal resources, the team avoided production downtime, reduced manual effort, and achieved higher deployment consistency – delivering smoother results without the usual strain.

Why Automation Is Essential

Trying to migrate applications manually at scale is not just inefficient – it introduces unnecessary risk. Every non-automated step increases the likelihood of errors, delays, and inconsistent results. For any organization aiming for reliability and efficiency, that’s not a sustainable model.

Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion transforms this equation. By automating conversion and testing, it enables IT teams to:

  • Eliminate repetitive tasks and reduce operational overhead
  • Increase reliability and reduce deployment issues
  • Maintain full visibility and control over the process

It’s not just about speed – it’s about doing more with less, while delivering a higher-quality result.

Who Benefits from This Solution?

This solution is ideal for organizations currently relying on SCCM that are ready to modernize with Intune.

It’s built for IT departments managing extensive application portfolios, and for businesses aiming to accelerate cloud adoption while minimizing manual effort and improving deployment outcomes.

Whether you’re planning a large-scale transition or just beginning to explore Intune, this tool makes your path forward clearer and far more efficient.

How to Start Migrating from SCCM to Intune

Adopting IntuneWin Bulk Conversion is fast and straightforward. Most teams are up and running in less than a day. Here’s how:

  1. Import your SCCM packages – from PC or the Internet
  2. Configure a conversion template based on your needs
  3. Run batch conversions and monitor the results in real time
  4. Review, validate, and deploy to Intune with confidence – push directly from platform

Need support? Our team is here to guide you through setup, configuration, and best practices to ensure a smooth start.

Conclusion

Migrating from SCCM to Intune doesn’t have to be a slow, frustrating experience. With Apptimized IntuneWin Bulk Conversion, you can automate your way to faster, more reliable results—without overextending your team.

If you’re ready to take the next step toward modern application management, we’re here to help.

Schedule your demo today to learn more about how Apptimized can support your migration strategy.

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