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4 Tips Before Switching To A Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Posted on the 01 April 2016 by Savita Singh @Compgeekblog

Signing up for virtual desktops can be a daunting task as it can be a big technical change within your business. There are many positives to switching to a virtual desktop, however there are things you should know before such a huge change. Here are 4 things you need to know about virtual desktops.

 Always Plan Ahead

Virtual desktops, or a virtual desktop should always be bespoke to the nature of your business. Each and every business requires something different, so take a look at manipulating your virtual desktop package around what you need. You should also take your future business plans into consideration, as your businesses needs, aspirations and growth plans are just as crucial. Doing your research and finding a supplier that is going to maintain and find the right balance for your business is equally as crucial, as though virtual desktops may reduce technical workloads for businesses, it does require 24-hour surveillance.




Why You Need A Bespoke Package

Bespoke packages are always important when it comes to businesses. Each business will have different departments and if you are not going to be using the same software as someone based in sales, or even in HR, so why have one overall package? Delve deeper and allow your employees to include their own shortcuts, applications, styles and allow them to personalise their workspace. This will also make them feel more inclined to work, rather than being based on unassigned computers with a generic employee login. Each individual workspace will help them cater to their own needs and if there are any problems it can all be maintained centrally at one control point.

Flexibility

No matter who you are, you have come across a problem with your portable hardware devices. Devices such as USB’s and portable SD cards can be left at home, or even lost. People may even forget to send emails, leaving them struggling to do any of their work, outside the workplace. However, with virtual desktops you will be able to access your business, or network information simply through an internet connection. This means you will have the full range, including applications, files and even shortcuts! With virtual desktops flexibility you will no longer find yourself having to carry your devices around with you.

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Financial Gain

Virtual desktops are known to save businesses money in the long run. With virtual desktops being network based, it means any employee devices are able to access the files necessary in order to complete work. This cuts the cost and time of having to buy new computers and other hardware accessories in order to regain in case of any damages. This means that you are uploading all files into a central, secure server and only paying for what the business needs. There is no longer a need to maintain individual machines, but a whole network, with low-energy requirements, it will also help businesses become energy efficient.


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