AVD QuickStart - 5-Day Implementation

This 5-day service enables customers to rapidly implement a secure remote access solution. Staff or third parties will be able to establish an encrypted connection to the corporate network and be presented with a familiar Windows 10 desktop.

Features: Build a pool of Windows 10 session hosts in a dedicated Azure virtual network subnet Install and configure productivity applications such as Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Teams Demonstrate publication of full desktops or groups of applications Test connections from multiple device types through client agents or web browsers Configure roaming profiles using FSLogix technology to support OneDrive for Business and ensure that user settings are retained when connecting to different hosts in a pool

Benefits: Low-risk and low-cost opportunity to assess Azure Virtual Desktop as a solution to provide remote access to business services Production-ready solution that can be scaled to meet demand Great user experience through connection to a Windows 10 desktop Flexibility to publish a set of applications for users not needing the full desktop Secure and straightforward management of access through assignment of familiar Active Directory groups High performance through media optimisation to facilitate use of Microsoft Teams Very low overhead of maintaining the solution as Microsoft manages connection brokering and gateway services Ease of administration of session hosts using existing tools for management, patching and monitoring No requirement for VPNs or client applications installed on user devices Access from virtually any device from any location No inbound ports need opening on firewalls as all connections are established as outbound using secure web protocols Detailed design documentation

Format: Day 1: Workshop to discuss objectives and gather configuration detail Day 2: Publish a design and configuration document (DCD) Day 3-5: Implement and demonstrate Azure Virtual Desktop solution