Azure Cloud + VDI = The Best of Both Worlds You’re probably familiar with the business benefits of cloud services:

Improved business agility Anytime/anywhere access Zero capital expenditure (Capex) on IT infrastructure Enterprise-grade security (if run on a reputable platform like Azure) VDI solutions also have similar qualities. VDI desktops typically run on almost any device. Although it probably doesn’t enable as much capital expenditure (Capex) savings as the cloud, VDI does help businesses realize huge operational expenditure (Opex) savings through much lower endpoint administrative and maintenance costs.

Lastly, because VDI centralizes the administration of desktops, applications and data, it makes it easier for admins to secure those digital assets. Because VDI and cloud solutions nicely complement each other, a VDI solution deployed in Azure can also mean:

Greater accessibility. Desktops can be accessed anywhere in the world, from any device. Bigger savings. You get savings in both Capex and Opex. Stronger security. Applications, desktops, and data are all kept in a central location, with stringent security policies and enterprise-grade security solutions. Windows Virtual Desktop Previously, the way to deliver virtual desktops through Azure was by utilizing a virtual desktop delivery solution capable of being deployed on that platform, such as Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS). You would install Parallels RAS on Azure virtual machines and then deliver desktops and applications off of those.

Now there’s another way. Microsoft launched Windows Virtual Desktop, a solution hosted in Azure designed to deliver virtual applications and desktops. Windows Virtual Desktop can deliver both multi-session (Windows 10) virtual desktops and if needed, dedicated VDI desktops.

VDI-based, one-to-one desktops are ideal for workloads that require high computing resources while doing remote work. People that work in various industries—including oil/gas, engineering, film, energy, medical, and automotive—who need to use applications even when away from their physical desktops are better served by dedicated VDI desktops than their multi-session counterparts.

Windows Virtual Desktop is an appealing option for organizations because it provides increased security, cost savings, and increased employee efficiency.

Enhanced security Windows Virtual Desktop provides the same security that you expect from Azure. Organizations don’t need to worry about the hardware getting lost, stolen, or tampered with since your data is hosted in Azure. With simple permission changes, IT admins can modify which user gets access to what services. Additionally, IT admins can quickly patch up and update software, ensuring that all users have access to the latest software version.

Cost savings Organizations that employ Windows Virtual Desktop rely less on expensive desktop computers and software licenses, potentially saving costs in the long run. IT admins can easily provision IT resources to users via any device such as bring your own devices (BYOD) or thin clients, which are cheaper options. Additionally, Windows Virtual Desktop allows organizations to upgrade and maintain their apps in a centralized server, further saving costs.

Improved employee efficiency With a virtual desktop delivery solution, your staff is no longer tied to the physical office to do their work—they can work from any location, at any time, using any device of their choice. Not only does this increase their efficiencies, but it also creates a better work-life balance.

To learn more about Azure VDI visit https://www.clouddesktoponline.com/what-is-windows-virtual-desktop-wvd/