Desktop Virtualization architectures (VDI) involve more thinking than just out-of-the-box installing the VDI software.

At Centix, we believe that VDI is a very powerfull technology which will certainly lower the IT departments Total Cost of Ownership for the dekstop, while increasing flexibility and reliability for the end-user. It is however very important that the right architecture is defined: perhaps not all end-users need a dedicated Operating System; what is the storage impact of VDI; what is the licensing impact of your architecture; what about application virtualization; can OS or application streaming add value ? These and other questions need to be answered for Your particular situation.

An architectural design needs to be made on several levels:

- end-point devices

- protocol and connectivity security

- session broker

- dedicated virtual desktop or shared server based computing

- application virtualisation layer

- OS streaming or provisioning

- virtual server infrastructure

Contact us if you need help with any of these topics or check out our products.

Your virtual desktop infrastructure must have the same management tools as your physical infrastructure once had. That's why Centix has invested in knowledge and experience in a set of best-of-breed tools for the management of your VDI's:

• VDI Assessments with LiquidwareLabs or AppDNA
• Profile Management with RES Workspace manager
• Enhanced Security with RES Workspace manager
• Antivirus of virtual desktops with TrendMicro Virtual Desktop Security
• Strong Authentication with Vasco