How to get the most out of your hosted desktop
27th July 2021
Many businesses are shifting towards a hosted desktop setup for their infrastructure, which takes the stress out of the IT side of things for a company. To make the most out of hosted desktop solutions, companies need to ensure that the services are built around their needs. Here are some tips that can help you get the most out of your hosted desktop.
Maintain a clear budget
Using a hosted desktop can be incredibly cost-effective, as it provides all of the IT infrastructures that a business requires in one single monthly bill. To fully capitalise on hosted desktop solutions, establishing a clear budget is essential.
Think about how many employees will be using the hosted desktop at any given time, as well as the amount of storage they will require. Other things to factor into your budget include:
- The need for additional security, such as 2-factor authentication
- Implementing bespoke business features
- Any new hardware investments
There are other considerations too, but this should give you an idea of the things to include in your budget.
Understand the infrastructure
Hosted desktop services are often provided as a bespoke service that can be tailored to your needs. However, understanding your infrastructure requirements can sometimes be easier said than done.
We advise speaking with a specialist, such as a member of our team at Host My Office, who can guide you through the infrastructure required for your business. They can help you identify the key software you use and guide you towards the right hosted desktop solution.
Consider a managed migration
Depending on the type of business that you operate, you may need to consider incorporating older, legacy systems into your hosted desktop service. This is why these types of solutions tend to be bespoke, as many companies rely on older, out-of-use programs and applications to function.
Managed migration can take a lot of the stress out of this transition, as specialists will be able to guide it more effectively. This can negate any risks of services being inactive for periods of time, which could jeopardise workflow and ultimately cost the business quite a lot of money.
If you would like to know more about making a hosted desktop work better for you, get in touch with our team at Host My Office today.
