A secure company desktop, on any device, from anywhere
What is Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS)?
Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) delivers a full Windows or Linux desktop from the cloud. Staff log in from a laptop, tablet or low-cost device; applications and data stay in the cloud, not on the machine.
The problem
What problem does it solve?
- Onboarding contractors in hours, not days
- Keeping company data off personal devices
- Running the same environment for branch or overseas teams
- Recovering quickly from a lost or stolen laptop
Who it's for
- Remote and hybrid teams
- Contractors and seasonal staff
- Offshore or branch teams
- Sensitive data
- Legacy Windows software
How it works
- We design the environment (images, apps, policies, sign-in).
- We provision it on AWS.
- We connect it to your identity provider and files.
- We manage patching, access and cost.
- We support your users.
Compare
Cloud desktop or managed laptop
| Row | Cloud desktop (DaaS) | Managed laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Data stays | In the cloud | On the device |
| Speed to onboard | Fast | Depends on shipping and imaging |
| Heavy graphics / offline work | Limited | Strong |
| Cost model | Monthly per desktop | Upfront or lease |
| Best for | Remote, contract, secure | Everyday office, travel, creative |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is DaaS the same as VDI?
Similar idea, but with DaaS the provider runs the infrastructure, not you.
Can contractors use their own laptops?
Yes, which is a main benefit. Data stays in the cloud desktop.
What does it cost?
Per desktop per month plus usage and storage. We provide a scoped estimate.
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What would make your business easier to run?
You don't need to know what you need. Tell us what takes too much time or keeps going wrong. We'll help work out whether it should be simplified, connected, managed or built.