Desktop As A Service (DaaS)
Desktop as a Service is a cloud-based desktop virtualization service that provides virtual desktops, apps, etc., from the cloud. Thus, enabling the users to access their virtual desktops from anywhere, at any time, and on any device. A Cloud Managed Service Provider like CloudEngin manages all the resources, including storage, compute, network infrastructure, etc., offloading the internal IT teams.
CloudEngin, a leading DaaS provider, with its Desktop as a Service, is assisting enterprises in making a shift to a virtual workspace securely and with zero disruption. We offer infrastructure that is proven to be the best in class and provide enterprises the ability to automate and simplify their desktop management. CloudEngin offers DaaS solutions with end-to-end managed services backed by a single SLA throughout and with dependable infrastructure.
Benefits At glance
Phase 1:
part 1: Assessment and Discovery Workshop
In phase 1, we begin with introducing the CloudEngin Cloud Adoption Framework that we follow for implementing cloud solutions and brief about various DaaS use cases and possible scenarios. We understand the organization’s business/security/compliance needs and their IT standard operating procedure. We assess the landscape for building DaaS, which includes AD / File servers/ Desktops / Laptops / DaaS (if deployed on-premise).
Introduction of CloudEngin Cloud Adoption Frameworks – Daas Solutions
- Introduction to Cloude DasSuso case and scenarios
- Understand the landscape for building the DaaS > AD/File servers/Desktops Laptops DaaS Con premise it deployed)
- Understand the Organization Security Compliance need
- Understand the IT standard operating procedure
Duration – 1 Day (4-6 Hours)
Phase 1:
part 2: DaaS Blueprint and Landing Zone Design Preparation
- DaaS user profiles
- User category with Profile Mapping
- Process of Accessing the Daas
- Azure Landing Zone
- Active Directory Integrations
- DaaS Security
- Backup
- Data Migration form on-premise to Cloid and Sync back solution (for migration case)
- Commercial Estimates
- Deployment Timelines
Phase 2:
Deployment / Migration of DaaS Environment
- Azure Subscription
- Create Landing Zone
- Create AD Users & Policy/Sync from On-premise
- Configure MFA/PIM (if required)
- Build DaaS Profules and Environment
- Test Profiles
- Migrate on-premise data
- Test and Commission
- Configure Backup of DaaS infrastructure
- Configure Sync with on-premise storage (optional)
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Top Reasons To Adopt DaaS
To make the most of remote and mobile work, enterprises need to understand and address the major challenges that come with it. They need to pay keen attention to the technology and security needs of the employees while ensuring business continuity.
DaaS - The Benefits Cost Optimization To Scalability - Made Possible
There is no denying that the way enterprises work has changed completely. From the conventional office-based workforce, enterprises are now swiftly moving towards remote working and increased reliance on public cloud/data centers for their IT Infrastructure needs. With employees working from different geographical locations, enterprises strive to offer secured, flexible, and scalable Digital Workspaces while also considering the cost, agility, productivity, and business continuity. What better solution than Desktop as a Service to aid enterprises in this sudden and comprehensive transition? And this transition can be smoother by partnering with DaaS providers.
DaaS providers such as CloudEngin provide end-to-end cloud-based virtual desktop services. With CloudEngin Desktop as a Service, enterprises can take a back seat and focus on other critical business issues, while CloudEngin handles the setup, patch installations, Operating system(OS) upgrades, system updates & maintenance, etc. for their virtual desktops.
Control IT/Infrastructure Costs and Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is a fully managed cost-effective solution that lets you avoid upfront costs of on-premise infrastructure and allows you to choose from flexible consumption/subscription models based on the number of added or removed users. More importantly, it ensures that your data is secure in a remote data center and your business runs uninterrupted. Also, the costs of bandwidth, software licenses, maintenance, and security come under the single cost of service.-lowering the total cost of ownership (TCO) to the enterprise.
Security & Compliance
With the DaaS solution, data is not stored on devices, it is safely secured on the cloud data centers, which makes it difficult for miscreants to copy or move data to a different device. Dass follows a security-first approach and prevents unauthorized access to cloud storage through advanced access control and security policies.
We at CloudEngin ensure that the authentication controls/multi-factor authentications are in place for enterprises availing our remote desktop services. Our compliance-ready DaaS solutions meet all industry regulations and provide a seamless transition & uninterrupted performance, end-user experience.
Flexibility & Scalability
Leveraging Desktop as a Service (DaaS), enterprises can easily provide virtual desktops to a large number of remote employees. DaaS allows you to quickly respond to the emerging needs of the users/organization and scale the virtual desktops up/down based on the end-users requirement. It also supports a wide range of devices providing users the flexibility to access desktop virtualization from a wide variety of endpoint devices.
High availability & Business Continuity
Desktop as a Service enables enterprises to take care of business continuity, reliability, and data integrity by provisioning secondary workspaces. As a Desktop as a Service provider, CloudEngin guarantees high uptime and high availability of resources backed by a single SLA. The capability of delivering remote desktops & apps to remote employees is a befitting addition to the cloud automation stack of future-ready enterprises.
The CloudEngin Differentiators
Good Capabilities That Better Cloud Enabled Outcomes
Intelligent Managed services powered by AIOps.
Automated Deployments & Management – saving time and cost
Uninterrupted, remote support availability even during challenging times such as COVID-19
Quickest assessment, planning, design and implementation
Tech agnostic VDI offering – Microsoft, Citrix
High Availability with Single SLA up to managing the DaaS
Built-in business continuity with backups & disaster recovery ensuring the protection of user data and DaaS
Pay per use – Avoid CAPEX investment
End-to-end Managed services and Security services (Hybrid SOC)
DaaS - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Desktop as a Service (DaaS)?
Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is a VDI solution that ensures virtual apps and desktops are securely delivered from the cloud.
It safeguards SaaS, Windows, Linux-based virtual desktops, and legacy applications.
It is easily scalable and is a le, as it is readily available on a subscription basis. Enterprises can increase or decrease, keeping the business needs in mind, which keeps the expenditure in check.
Why should enterprises use DaaS?
Enterprises who want to provide their workforce with access to all data/apps anywhere, anytime must use DaaS. It helps the enterprises in many ways, and here are some benefits listed below:
- Lower upfront costs
- Reduce the total TCO of the virtual desktops
- Quicken the uptime of delivery, improve productivity, flexibility, and agility
- Offer a great end-user experience.
How does Desktop as a Service (DaaS) work?
DaaS delivers Virtual Desktops & Apps on Public or Private Cloud. The infrastructure, Storage, and other resources are hosted in the Cloud and streamed to the User’s device. Users can access it via a secure app or a web browser. Based on the need/requirement, the number of virtual desktops required can be increased or decreased and will be charged as per the consumption.
What is the difference between VDI & DAAS?
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is a form of desktop virtualization where desktop environments are hosted on a centrally managed server. Usually, the specific desktop images are run within a virtual machine and can be delivered to end clients via a network.
While Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) is a form of Virtual desktop service where virtual apps and desktops are securely delivered from the cloud to any device.
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