Microsoft Entra ID · Developer & Technical
Desktop Analytics Administrator
Can access and manage Desktop management tools and services for Windows device analytics.
Scope: Desktop Analytics configuration and Windows device management insights
Permissions
- Access Desktop Analytics service
- Manage Desktop Analytics settings
- View device compatibility data
- Create deployment plans
- View deployment readiness
- Manage update insights
Common use cases
- Windows upgrade planning
- Application compatibility assessment
- Deployment readiness analysis
- Update compliance monitoring
- Device inventory insights
Best practices
- Define deployment ring strategy
- Review compatibility data before upgrades
- Monitor update compliance
- Document upgrade decisions
- Coordinate with desktop support
Security considerations
- Device data may reveal security posture
- Deployment decisions affect security updates
- Monitor for out-of-date devices