The modern work environment has accelerated into a flexible and remote one ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Many businesses moved to a semi or fully remote workforce. A report by Grand View Research expects the global market for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to reach USD 23.3 billion by 2027, highlighting the increasing adoption of virtual desktop solutions like Azure Virtual Desktop in modern enterprises. This is where something like a virtual desktop is key to keeping your business flexible in the modern work environment.
A virtual desktop is a software solution that replicates the traditional desktop experience of a physical computer system. It enables users to access their desktop environment remotely from any device with an internet connection.
Essentially, a virtual desktop provides users with the familiar interface, applications, and data they would typically have on their physical desktop, but in a virtualised form accessible from anywhere. It should also be noted that, As of September 30, 2026, Microsoft will retire Azure Virtual Desktop (classic), urging users to transition to Azure Virtual Desktop.
Azure virtual desktop, previously known as Microsoft virtual desktop. Microsoft moved their virtual desktop services over to Azure to fully integrate their systems, keeping everything under one umbrella. It is designed to keep up with the shift in the business landscape, in which companies need modern desktops and applications/solutions to keep their remote workforce motivated and productive.
Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is designed to keep security, scalability, and cost-effectiveness at the forefront.
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) offers various advantages that cater to the evolving needs of modern businesses. From enhanced compatibility to improved security and scalability, AVD empowers organisations to streamline their operations and boost productivity. Let’s delve into the key benefits that make AVD the optimal choice for your business.
Azure Virtual Desktop is the only virtual desktop that is fully optimised for Windows 11 and Microsoft 365. It is also compliant with iOS, Mac, Android and HTML5. As a result, it allows you and your employees to access their desktop from any device at any time, giving them a seamless experience.
Cut IT costs when moving to Azure Virtual Desktop. You will be able to reduce your capital expenditure by reducing your spending on depreciating hardware. Stop paying for more than you use. With AVD you only pay for what you use, allowing you to invest more in the growth of your business.
Azure/Windows Virtual Desktop comes with built-in intelligent security, keeping your applications and data secure and compliant. These security features proactively detect threats and take action to prevent breaches.
By removing critical company data from physical devices to the cloud you eliminate the risk of data being physically stolen by the theft of a device.
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) offers unparalleled scalability, allowing businesses to easily adjust their virtual desktop infrastructure to meet changing demands. With AVD, organisations can seamlessly add new users, enable security, configure network settings, deploy applications, and adjust computing resources through the intuitive Azure portal.
Moving over to Azure Virtual Desktop will increase your staff’s productivity by allowing them a flexible desktop environment. AVD allows users to access their desktop from any device, eliminating time wasted searching for documents in unfamiliar environments. This can help you as a business owner too, you can allow new staff to use devices they are familiar with so they can start work immediately rather than spending time setting up a new device.
Azure Virtual Desktop gives staff the ability to access their desktop from anywhere at any time so in the event of an emergency, they will be able to quickly access their work environment increasing reaction time in a crisis.
Two important factors to consider before charging ahead with Azure Virtual Desktop is an internet connection and staff training.
Staff will require a reliable internet connection to access AVD. Slow or interrupted internet can cause productivity issues. Therefore, it’s imperative to ensure that your organisation’s internet infrastructure can support the bandwidth requirements of AVD.
Whilst tech-savvy members of staff will be able to easily manage their AVD environment, other less confident staff may need some training to ensure they are using and utilising the virtual desktop to the best it can be.
With modern workforces becoming increasingly remote and mobile-orientated, it is important to stay ahead and retain your business’s competitive edge. If you are already using Microsoft or Windows within your business Azure Virtual Desktop is the right choice for you. Azure Virtual Desktop provides seamless Teams and Microsoft 365 experience.
There are many ways to utilise Azure Virtual Desktop both for flexibility and simplicity, to speak to an expert about how AVD can benefit your business, book a meeting with one of our experts today or call us now on 01908 044202.
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