Client Overview
Fyffes is one of the oldest and largest tropical produce importers and distributors in Europe, supplying fresh bananas, pineapples, and melons to global markets. With a heritage spanning over 130 years, Fyffes relies on modern technology to maintain operational efficiency, meet evolving compliance demands, and support its global workforce. Ensuring the security and manageability of its device estate across multiple geographies is a key priority for the business.
Business Challenge
Fyffes had been managing its device and endpoint security using VMware Workspace One but identified the need to move towards a more integrated and cloud-native solution that would better align with their Microsoft 365 strategy. Additionally, the organisation wanted to gain greater visibility into the health and configuration of their Microsoft 365 and Active Directory environments, and ensure they followed best practices in preparation for future growth and innovation.
Solution
ElysianIT delivered a two-phase modernisation project:
- Microsoft 365 and Windows AD Healthcheck & Recommendations
ElysianIT conducted a comprehensive review of Fyffes’ Microsoft 365 and on-premises Active Directory environments. This included security posture, configuration integrity, and alignment with best practices. A detailed set of actionable recommendations was provided to improve performance, security, and long-term maintainability. - Intune Design and Implementation
Fyffes transitioned from VMware Workspace One to Microsoft Intune as its unified endpoint management platform. ElysianIT led the design and deployment of:
Windows PC and Mobile MDM/MAM policies
Conditional Access configurations to control access based on device and user compliance
Cloud-based Public Key Infrastructure (Cloud PKI) for enhanced authentication
A security-first baseline aligned to Microsoft’s global best practices, tailored to Fyffes’ operational needs and risk profile.
This rollout enabled simplified device provisioning, tighter security controls, and improved manageability across their Windows and mobile estate.
Results
Fyffes now benefits from a fully integrated, cloud-native endpoint management solution that aligns with their Microsoft ecosystem. Key outcomes included:
- Streamlined device management through Microsoft Intune
- Stronger security posture with Conditional Access and policy-driven compliance
- Improved visibility and control over their endpoint estate
- Seamless user experience for staff across all locations
- Operational efficiencies from retiring a third-party solution and consolidating onto Microsoft-native tools
By partnering with ElysianIT, Fyffes successfully transitioned to a modern, secure, and efficient Microsoft 365-powered device management platform. This sets the foundation for future innovation while ensuring security, simplicity, and control across their global workforce.
Client Quote
“I’ve been really happy with all the work carried out by ElysianIT and every individual we interacted with across all work packages was excellent in their own right”. Darren Carey (Head of IT & Security, Fyffes)
