1. Application Delivery Challenges

• We need to provide access to the network and applications to remote users

• We need to deliver applications to multiple sites and/or multiple devices

• Changes to legislation mean we must provide flexible working for our staff

• We have to provide desktops and applications to many users on a limited budget

• We need to reduce the total cost of ownership of IT in our organisation

• We have security concerns around application delivery

• How do we maintain performance of applications?

2. Delivery Methods

Web Applications

• User needs access to the Internet and a browser

• Feature reduced

Windows Applications

• Easiest to manage using a server based model and Microsoft Terminal Services

Windows Desktop delivery

• A Windows Desktop is often the primary operating environment through which users access their applications

• A desktop can be delivered through Microsoft Terminal Services or a new technology called Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

3. In-House or Hosted?

Customer Owned

• Typically 25-3000 users

• Can be 100% in house or in partnership with a value added reseller providing consulting services

• Also consider outsourcing elements such as support and back up


Hosted Solution

• Typically 10-250 users

• Company has no in-house IT department and needs a solution with minimal management

• Flexible solutions allowing for business growth without the worry of IT

4. Relevant Sections on the Thinstore Website

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• Thin Client Devices
• Application Delivery
• Mobility Solutions
• Virtualisation
• Thin Client Comparison Matrix
• Evaluate Thin Clients
• Support
• Ordering
• Credit Application Form
• Newsletter Sign-up



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