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Application layering vs. baked-in apps

GENERAL IT

Application layering or baked-in apps? Compare image rebuild cycles, rollback strategy, and operational overhead to choose the right Windows image management approach.

February 25, 2026

AI in OS deployment: What to automate, what to avoid

GENERAL IT

Learn where AI helps and where it breaks OS deployment. See what to automate, what to avoid, and how to keep humans in control. Read before you automate.

February 11, 2026

9 device provisioning best practices for IT teams

GENERAL IT

Device provisioning doesn’t have to be fragile or manual. These 9 best practices show how teams use SmartDeploy to make provisioning boring in the best way.

February 2, 2026

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MDT replacement playbook for modern Windows imaging

GENERAL IT

MDT is retired. Learn your options for modern Windows imaging without fragile task sequences, including Autopilot, ConfigMgr OSD, and SmartDeploy.

March 5, 2026