Introduction
Japan’s business landscape is experiencing a quiet but determined transformation. While traditional values like in-person collaboration, attention to detail, and paper-based processes still hold cultural weight, the shift toward hybrid work is undeniable. From multinational firms operating in Tokyo to domestic manufacturers modernizing operations, companies in Japan are now seeking tools that can secure, manage, and enable work across both office and remote settings.
As this transition continues, the need for consistent device and application management—regardless of location—has become central. This is where Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based endpoint management solution, steps in.
What is Microsoft Intune?
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) platform. It helps organizations manage and secure devices—laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones—as well as the applications used on them. Whether employees in Japan are using Windows laptops, iPhones, or Android tablets, Intune ensures consistent security policy enforcement, app deployment, and remote support—all from a central console.
Intune is part of the Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM) ecosystem, tightly integrated with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central—allowing for secure, conditional access and identity-based protection.
Why Hybrid Work Demands a New Approach in Japan
Japanese organizations face unique challenges in implementing hybrid work:
Strong emphasis on data privacy, confidentiality, and internal control
Legacy infrastructure not optimized for remote security
A preference for formal, audited IT environments with minimal tolerance for failure
Hybrid work in Japan is not simply about issuing laptops—it’s about building a secure, compliant, and operationally efficient environment that respects Japan’s business ethos. This is why solutions like Intune that support Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Application Management (MAM) are essential.
How Microsoft Intune Supports Japanese Hybrid Workforces
Unified Device and App Management: With Intune, Japanese businesses can configure policies across Windows, Android, macOS, and iOS. Whether it’s a remote finance manager accessing Business Central or a sales executive on the move, Sysamic can help configure policies that enforce encryption, multifactor authentication (MFA), and app-level security.
Conditional Access with Entra: Leveraging Microsoft Entra ID (Identity and Access Management), Intune allows conditional access—ensuring that only trusted users on compliant devices can access corporate systems like Business Central. This is critical in Japan’s context, where data segregation and traceability are key compliance criteria.
Zero Trust Architecture: Intune supports Zero Trust (ZT) principles—trust nothing, verify everything. This is increasingly becoming the gold standard for remote work security in Japan. Intune enforces real-time access control based on device health, location, and identity.
Business Central Integration: When integrated with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Intune ensures secure access to ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) functionality. Employees can manage finance, inventory, and operations without compromising company data, no matter where they are working from.
Sysamic’s Approach to Intune and Business Central Integration
Sysamic, a trusted Dynamics 365 Partner in Japan, specializes in implementing secure, scalable, and localized Microsoft ecosystems for Japanese businesses. We understand that Japanese enterprises value precision, continuity, and deep-rooted trust.
Here’s how Sysamic supports Intune adoption:
End-to-end setup of Intune for secure hybrid environments
Seamless integration with Entra ID and Business Central
Device policy creation that aligns with Japanese regulatory needs
Japanese-language support and training for IT and end-users
Tailored compliance workflows for sectors like manufacturing, trading, and services
Sysamic’s expertise in ERP and security transformation ensures that Intune is not just deployed—but woven into the fabric of the client’s digital workplace strategy.
Addressing Compliance, Risk, and Security in Japan
Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) and various industry-specific standards demand strict controls over data access, endpoint security, and identity verification.
By deploying Microsoft Intune with Entra and Business Central, Sysamic enables:
Policy-based control over data, applications, and users
Remote wipe capabilities for lost or retired devices
Geo-based restrictions and compliance logging
Secure ERP access without the need for traditional VPNs
Audit-readiness aligned with Japanese regulatory audits
Conclusion
Hybrid work is no longer a temporary solution—it’s the new normal for Japanese companies striving for both efficiency and employee well-being. But without robust endpoint management and identity protection, hybrid strategies fall short.
Microsoft Intune, when combined with Entra ID and Business Central, offers a powerful framework for secure remote work. And when deployed by a partner like Sysamic, it becomes a tailor-fit solution that respects Japan’s cultural and operational uniqueness. Whether you’re a CFO concerned about ERP access risks, or an IT head trying to unify mobile security under one umbrella, Intune is the key to unlocking secure, scalable, and compliant hybrid work in Japan.
To learn how Sysamic can support your digital transformation in Japan, email us at info@sysamic.com or fill out our contact form here to get in touch.