This document summarizes the key capabilities of System Center 2012 Configuration Manager (SCCM 2012). It outlines the improved OS deployment capabilities, including new machine, wipe-and-load, side-by-side, and in-place upgrade deployment scenarios. It describes the OS deployment architecture and driver catalog. It also discusses how SCCM 2012 embraces a more user-centric approach compared to previous versions, with a full application lifecycle model that supports install, revision, supersedence, and uninstall of applications.