The world has changed, and so has how we work. Work is no longer defined by a specific space or location. We’re living in a world where employees expect to be able to work from anywhere. In fact, 60% of employers now agree remote work is a pre-requisite for retaining and attracting talent.
For IT and technology leaders in the business world, implementing tools for flexible and hybrid work into the corporate environment can deliver dividends. It can improve productivity and employee retention, minimize burnout, and even reduce overhead costs. However, it comes with unique challenges to consider too. Specifically, IT leaders need to figure out how to empower, align, and connect staff members wherever they are.
Fortunately, new solutions for innovative collaboration and communication are emerging, transforming the way teams access support, knowledge, and tools. Solutions like Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex have emerged to help teams stay functional and productive wherever they are. DaaS (Desktop as a Service) solution providers are giving companies a way to make the most of these tools, and improve team performance.
“Public Cloud-Based Virtual Desktops (Azure is who we use for Public cloud) are newer deployment options within the DaaS marketplace. We are working with our customers and the experts across our team and industry to figure out how we best communicate and educate our customers about the benefits of deploying DaaS within a private data center, on the public cloud (Azure), or a combination of those options. Adding the capability for a managed service provider approach to a DaaS environment will play a pivotal role in supporting the new hybrid way of working and a big differentiator for Evolve IP in the DaaS marketplace.
Evolve IP's DaaS solution offers businesses an option that aligns and combines everything that a business uses into a single, secure solution. This is a massive step in improving security, productivity, and transparency across any business - giving them space to continuously improve processes and productivity. We're living in a very tech-driven world and it's a saturated space, DaaS enables a business to simplify these systems and provide clarity."
- Scott Arnold - Compute Product Manager, Evolve IP
The Evolving State of Virtual Desktops
Virtual desktops and apps have been gaining significant attention over the years, as the remote and hybrid work landscape has become the new norm. These tools promise to deliver boosted employee experiences wherever employees are working. However, traditional solutions have previously depended on on-premises deployment and management tactics with limited scalability.
Supply chain issues, chip shortages, and other technology issues have prompted IT leaders to turn to the cloud in search of agility and scalability. At the same time, these business leaders are utilizing the cloud to stay flexible, in a world where in-house resources are limited.
Cloud-based technologies and “DaaS” (Desktop as a Service) solutions allow businesses to leverage the flexibility of resources in the public clouds. This flexibility when applied to cloud hosted VDI solutions, in addition to new deployment options, simplifies technology management, delivers greater agility, and provides companies with new ways to accelerate time to value.
Not only are cloud-based systems more able to adapt to the changing needs of the workforce as they continue to evolve, but they can also deliver unique benefits on-premises systems can’t provide. For instance, cloud solutions can be more secure than traditional models, thanks to the use of security settings that prevent data from ever leaving the data center, and advanced access controls. What’s more, these tools help to reduce cost and capital expenditure, and empower teams to craft their own custom VDI experience.
The Benefits of Cloud-Based Virtual Desktops for Hybrid Work
The hybrid and remote workplace of tomorrow needs to adhere to the growing demand for employees to be able to work from anywhere without compromising on productivity, security, or staff experience. Comprehensive and customizable solutions in the cloud can deliver the technology, support, management, and expertise businesses need to thrive in this new landscape.
Some of the core benefits of switching to a cloud-based VDI for hybrid work include the following:
Greater deployment flexibility
A cloud-based solution for virtual desktop software allows companies to create their own unique plan for digital transformation. Companies can choose from managed DaaS services, which allow them to access the expertise and support of an existing technology brand.
Private cloud systems are available for businesses in highly regulated environments in search of more secure, reliable, controlled environments. Plus, public cloud solutions built on ecosystems like Microsoft Azure offer companies the freedom to expand and scale their solution according to their needs.
