Desktop as a Service (DaaS)

Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is a cloud-based VDI that utilizes the infrastructure from a public cloud and a set of services from an outsourced IT partner to deliver a modern desktop experience to the end user. A managed DaaS model like ProArch’s provides application packaging, image and application management, user support, security, and more.

DaaS is a Managed Service that acts as your support for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and adds skillset in areas your team may lack. It is hard to find qualified resources to manage and maintain a VDI infrastructure. ProArch is a top Microsoft partner and handles the maintance and management of AVD so your team can focus on other initiatives.

Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) uses virtual machines that IT manages to deliver virtualized desktops and applications. VDI can be on-premises, in the Cloud, or hybrid. If your organization has strict regulatory requirements and already has dedicated resources, VDI may be the better choice.

A DaaS solution provides the same benefits as VDI but removes the restrictions, cost, and complexity. With Desktop as a Service, your data and applications are stored on virtual desktops in a Cloud environment like Azure Virtual Desktop and managed by ProArch. DaaS offers an excellent solution for teams that need to scale or change on the fly, as well as for those who do not have the resources or budget to manage VDI internally.

Keep reading more on VDI vs. DaaS.

DaaS keeps your data protected in a secure, virtual environment that is tailored to meet compliance requirements. With DaaS, no data resides on the endpoint so if it is lost, stolen, or compromised there is significantly less risk. Under ProArch's managed DaaS model, we handle patching and upgrades to keep threats out. Plus, we can integrate our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services for 24/7 alert monitoring and investigation. 

Data is stored in the Cloud, more specifically Azure Virtual Desktop, so it’s protected and stays available even when natural disasters, theft, or disruption happen. Plus, the provider will put backup and retention policies in place.

With DaaS, your data and applications are stored on cloud-based virtual desktops, giving users the freedom to connect to their workspace from anywhere, on any device. Creating a truly remote or hybrid experience without technology getting in the way. If you are in a more seasonal industry or are expanding globally, DaaS scales on demand so you do not have to invest in additional infrastructure.

Azure Virtual Desktop (formerly known as Windows Virtual Desktop) is a cloud-based Desktop as a Service (DaaS) solution provided by Microsoft. It allows you to create and manage virtualized desktop environments in the Azure cloud, enabling users to access their desktops and applications from anywhere, using various devices.

AVD is a win-win for both managers and employees. Users love the fast experience and familiar Office interface while IT administrators love the “fully managed, always up to date, modern management” aspect.

CIOs need to be thinking about their long-term strategy for supporting a hybrid and remote model. Skill and resource scarcity makes traditional on-premises VDI deployments increasingly difficult to execute and manage—not to mention the financial investment. Plus, the OpEx cost model based on consumption is much more budget friendly. With a DaaS, you get a team like ProArch—who has the expertise to assess workloads, migrate, and maintain the virtual desktop environment plus the flexibility of the Cloud.