Why start-ups might prefer hosted desktops
25th March 2021
New start-ups face a whole host of challenges when it comes to their IT infrastructure, including keeping costs at a minimum, keeping data secure, ensuring that hardware and software are compatible, managing IT services and much more. However, there is a solution to all of these problems, and that is the hosted desktop.
In this blog, we've put together a list of a few reasons start-up businesses are increasingly choosing hosted virtual desktop services, and why they might be a good choice for you.
1. They're cost-effective
Perhaps the largest cost for any start-up is setting up an IT infrastructure, including all of your hardware and software. This can get expensive very quickly.
However, a lot of money can be saved by signing up for a virtual desktop infrastructure, which cuts costs in two ways. Firstly, there's no paying for new servers, and secondly, the hosting company is the one maintaining and protecting the virtual desktop infrastructure, saving money on the IT personnel usually needed for maintenance.
2. They're available anywhere
Hosted virtual desktop systems let employees access their files and applications from anywhere, as long as they have a WiFi-enabled device and an internet connection. This means employees can work from home, which is an attractive option in a post-COVID-19 world. There's no need for a physical office or the rent needed to pay for it, and freelance outsourcing of uncomplicated processes and tasks is made easier.
3. They keep everything consistent
With a virtual hosted desktop infrastructure, the files and applications that your employees need to access will be the same regardless of where you are in the world or what device you're using. Start-ups will especially benefit from this as they often have employees in many different locations geographically.
4. They keep your data safe
Virtual hosted desktop infrastructure has network monitoring and anti-virus software installed in order to protect your data. Hosted desktops also possess data encryption software and backup software, minimising the risk of hacking and data loss.
To see if hosted virtual desktops are a good option for you, contact us and we will guide you through the options.
