The Ultimate Guide to Desktop-as-a-Service
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS).
What to know about Desktop-as-a-Service
Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) is transforming how organizations deliver and manage virtual desktops by providing cloud-hosted solutions accessible from any device. This model offers enhanced flexibility, security, and scalability, meeting the growing demands of remote and hybrid work environments. DaaS integrates virtualization and cloud technologies to allow seamless access to corporate desktops and applications without the complexity of traditional infrastructure.
Exploring recent stories tagged with DaaS reveals a dynamic landscape where major technology companies and service providers are innovating and collaborating to streamline deployment, improve performance, and bolster security. Readers can learn about significant industry developments such as large government contracts, partnerships between leading cloud and hardware vendors, and advancements in virtual desktop infrastructure tailored for specific regions and sectors. Insights into how DaaS supports remote workforces, facilitates business continuity, and drives IT transformation highlight the practical benefits and evolving opportunities this technology offers.
Australian Desktop-as-a-Service News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Embedding environmental stewardship into IT governance frameworks
Embedding environmental stewardship in IT governance helps businesses cut e-waste, lower energy use, and boost sustainability, driving efficiency and reputation gains.
Australian public cloud spend to hit AUD $26.6bn in 2025
Australian public cloud spending is set to rise 18.9% to AUD $26.6 billion in 2025, driven by AI integration and demand for SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS services.
Eastern Health chooses IGEL to improve endpoint management
Australian public health service, Eastern Health, has chosen IGEL OS as its clinical endpoint solution, replacing outdated Windows devices.
Impulsive Aussie workers creating a security risk, research finds
A new survey has found Australians are creating an unnecessary security risk for their employers by deliberately avoiding overworked IT teams.
Citrix announces new desktop as a service solution for Aus market
Citrix has announced it launching a cloud-hosted offering to deliver Windows applications and desktops from Azure to any device.
Citrix: How adoption of cloud apps is changing IT landscapes
The pursuit of agility, productivity and workforce mobility has added more systems, applications and services to the IT network of companies.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Desktop-as-a-Service
Expert Columns
Recent Desktop-as-a-Service News
Logicalis makes move on Australia with CNI acquisition
The Australian operation of the group, Thomas Duryea Logicalis is confident the acquisition will bolster is hybrid IT abilities.
Deloitte taps Brisbane cloud firm CloudTrek to bolster consulting services
Deloitte says it's continuing to pursue its technology consultancy business with help from Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Brisbane-based cloud firm CloudTrek.
Konica Minolta's new Aussie partnership pledges more automation in manufacturing
Konica Minolta and mobile robot manufacturer Mobile Industrial Robots say they're about to bring even more automation to their Australian clients.
8x8's new channel partnership aims to move comms to the cloud
Communications solution provider 8x8 has appointed technology distributor Tradewinds Brokerage as its new master agent for Australia.
IGEL target Queensland market with onPlatinum partnership
Endpoint management software provider IGEL partners with onPlatinum to enhance Queensland presence, providing secure, cloud-compatible desktop solutions.
Learning from the best: Cyberattack lessons from the BFSI sector
The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector in Australia is one of the most prone industries to cyberattacks.
Citrix report: Every generation brings different cybersecurity risks to work
Millennials risk data confidentiality; Gen Xers are most likely to be negligent about security policies & baby boomers may fall for phishing scams.
Increased channel presence drives IGEL's AU regional manager appointment
IGEL's growth has been bolstered by movement in the channel in ANZ, with significant new partnerships and reported sales for 2016 doubling last year.
WA-based Dienst Consulting talks system integration, Citrix & global aims
Dienst Consulting is a solution & services-driven system integrator based in Perth. The company is in its fifth year of operation and is flying high.
Aussie system integrator Oobe talks federal government, Citrix, Microsoft & 2017 plans
Australian system integrator Oobe has been around for 10 years. In that time, they've become a heavy player in the Canberra federal government scene.
Aussie's National Blood Authority moves to the cloud with Nutanix
The National Blood Authority of Australia shifts to Nutanix's cloud platform, boosting IT efficiency and enabling staff to access critical data from anywhere.
Aussie resellers set to reap the benefits of Citrix specialisations
Australian resellers are setting the global standard for Citrix's new channel program specialisations - and are set to reap the benefits.
Partners to profit from Citrix focus on end to end services
With Citrix's shift to full-service solutions, partners prep for profit boosts and end-to-end sales excellence in ANZ markets.
Oobe first Australian Citrix Specialist
Canberra's Oobe soars as Australia's pioneer in achieving elite Citrix Specialist status, bolstering their IT prowess for businesses.
ControlUp launches DaaS IQ for Azure Virtual Desktop
ControlUp unveils DaaS IQ for Azure Virtual Desktop, promising tighter cost controls, automated scaling and simpler management for large estates.
Kiteworks & Kasm unite to secure sensitive data flows
Kiteworks and Kasm link governed data exchange with isolated workspaces to tighten control of sensitive information across partners.
Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support
IGEL enhances its secure endpoint operating system by supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge for Business, boosting security for Linux users.
ControlUp leads digital employee experience solutions market
ControlUp has been named the top Digital Employee Experience solution by the DaaS Like a Pro 2024-2025 report, used by 24% of contributors.
IGEL expands into IoT with LG partnership aimed at healthcare
IGEL partners with LG Electronics to venture into IoT, aiming to revolutionise healthcare with enhanced digital security and large-screen displays.
VendorPanel partners with ThingsAt to enhance IT asset management
VendorPanel teams up with ThingsAt to enhance IT asset management and compliance, freeing up its tech team for core tasks. The partnership promises better device performance and security.