How I Automated Intune ODC Log Collection with Intune Remediations

August 7, 2026

Tired of chasing users for Intune ODC logs every time Microsoft Support asks for diagnostics? In this post, I walk through how I used Intune Remediations and PowerShell to fully automate the ODC collection process. The solution downloads the latest Intune ODC tools directly from Microsoft, collects diagnostics, uploads the resulting ZIP files to a central repository, and records execution details for troubleshooting and reporting. If you’re an Intune administrator looking to streamline support escalations and reduce manual effort, this automation can save a significant amount of time.

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The Three Heads of Windows Update (and Which One Always Wins)

May 5, 2026

Windows Update troubleshooting in Intune often goes sideways when what devices do doesn’t match what the Intune admin center says should happen. If Autopatch looks healthy but machines still behave like WSUS is in charge, the issue usually isn’t Intune—it’s policy precedence and lingering registry settings. This post breaks down where update policies really live, how Windows decides which ones win, and how to spot (and fix) WSUS ghosts that quietly override Autopatch.

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Making a difference with Hyper-V VMs

November 13, 2025

This blog post explains how to efficiently set up a Hyper-V test lab on limited hardware by using differencing disks. The post walks through automating the creation of the parent disk with a PowerShell script, selecting the right Windows ISO, and configuring everything for quick, repeatable VM deployments.

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