Zero Trust Starts with Identity and Devices
Zero Trust is not a product you buy. It is a security architecture where every access request is verified, regardless of where it comes from. For Thai organizations managing hybrid workforces, BYOD devices, and multi-office operations, Microsoft Entra ID and Intune provide the foundation.
Microsoft Entra ID
Entra ID is the identity layer. It controls who can access what, from where, and under what conditions. Conditional Access policies are the core mechanism.
- Require MFA for all external access
- Block sign-ins from risky locations
- Require compliant devices for sensitive apps
- Enforce session controls for contractors
Microsoft Intune
Intune is the device management layer. It ensures every device accessing corporate data meets your security standards.
- Enforce encryption and OS updates
- Manage app deployment and configuration
- Apply device compliance policies
- Enable remote wipe for lost or stolen devices
The 3 Priorities to Start with in Thailand
- Enforce MFA across all users. This blocks the vast majority of credential-based attacks.
- Enroll company devices in Intune. Apply compliance policies so non-compliant devices are automatically blocked.
- Implement Conditional Access policies. Match controls to your risk profile and application sensitivity.
The Building Blocks Are Already in Microsoft 365 E3
Microsoft 365 E3 includes Entra ID P1 and Intune. Many Thai enterprises already have the foundation for Zero Trust inside their subscription. The challenge is not licensing. It is implementation.
Why Rollouts Fail
- Trying to implement everything at once instead of phasing
- Not communicating end-user changes, triggering support ticket floods
- Executive pushback caused by avoidable friction
A Practical Phased Approach
- Start with MFA and device enrollment
- Add Conditional Access policies progressively
- Monitor Entra sign-in logs and Intune compliance reports
- Adjust policies based on real usage patterns
Zero Trust, Delivered Methodically
Digigen has deployed Zero Trust architectures for Thai enterprises with hundreds of users across multiple entities. Our approach is methodical: assess, plan, implement in phases, and support your IT team through each stage. Security is not a checkbox. It is an ongoing practice.