Published onMar 05, 2024 | Share it via:
The client is an international architecture and design firm recognized for developing exceptional architectural design solutions that generate business results in the workplace, community, healthcare and retail industries.
To address the client's challenges with their existing hosted data center and VMware-based Horizon virtual desktops, a comprehensive strategy focusing on scalability, efficiency, and cost management is essential. Here’s an outline of the approach SNP Technologies could take to modernize their infrastructure:
Key Strategies for Modernizing the Client's Infrastructure:
Evaluate Current Infrastructure: Conduct a thorough assessment of the existing hosted data center, including the VMware environment, Horizon virtual desktops, and network infrastructure.
Identify Scalability Challenges: Determine specific pain points related to scaling, performance bottlenecks, and operational inefficiencies that arise from the current setup.
Transition to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD): Recommend migrating from Horizon virtual desktops to Azure Virtual Desktop. AVD provides a scalable and flexible solution for virtual desktop infrastructure, allowing the client to easily adjust resources based on demand.
Leverage Azure IaaS: Migrate workloads to Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to take advantage of Azure's scalability, reliability, and global presence.
Auto-Scaling Capabilities: Implement auto-scaling features within Azure to automatically adjust the number of virtual machines and resources based on user demand, reducing operational costs and enhancing performance.
Load Balancing: Utilize Azure Load Balancer to distribute incoming traffic across multiple instances of applications, ensuring high availability and responsiveness.
Azure Cost Management: Implement Azure Cost Management tools to monitor and optimize spending across cloud resources. This will help the client identify areas for cost savings and efficient resource allocation.
Optimize Resource Utilization: Analyze usage patterns and adjust resource allocation to eliminate over-provisioning, thereby reducing operational costs.
Implement Azure Security Features: Utilize Azure Security Center for comprehensive monitoring and threat protection across cloud resources. Establish governance policies to manage access and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Backup and Disaster Recovery: Set up Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery to ensure data protection and business continuity in case of outages.
Azure Global Reach: Leverage Azure's global network of data centers to ensure low latency and high performance for clients worldwide, improving the overall user experience.
Hybrid Connectivity: If the client needs to maintain some on-premises resources, establish secure hybrid connectivity between Azure and the existing infrastructure for seamless data transfer.
Expected Benefits:
SNP Technologies partnered with the client to migrated them to Microsoft Azure. We leveraged technologies like Azure IaaS and Citrix VDI to make the client production ready. The client has seen a remarkable improvement in the speed and efficiency of its IT service delivery. The Azure migration has provided the client a stable, secure, high performance of virtual desktops running on Azure IaaS. Some of the most significant improvements the client experienced include:
- Increased Scalability: The transition to Azure Virtual Desktop and Azure IaaS allows the client to rapidly scale their virtual desktop environment to meet increasing demands without significant upfront investments.
- Improved Operational Efficiency: Automated scaling and resource management will lead to better operational efficiency, reducing the time and effort required for manual adjustments.
- By optimizing resource utilization and implementing effective cost management practices, the client can significantly reduce operational costs associated with their infrastructure.
- Leveraging Azure's capabilities will result in improved performance for virtual desktops, applications, and services, leading to a better experience for users.
- Enhanced security measures and governance policies will protect the client’s data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
By modernizing their infrastructure with a focus on cloud-based solutions, SNP Technologies can help the client overcome scalability challenges, reduce operational costs, and enhance efficiency. This strategic approach not only positions the client for future growth but also enables them to better serve their expanding customer base across the globe. If you need more specific recommendations or details on certain technologies, feel free to ask!
