VDI Optimization - Real World Learnings

Virtual Desktop Initiatives, or VDI is a growing trend. A key aspect of VDI success is an understanding of the architectural choices, and their impact on performance. Storage is at the heart of VDI and a well thought out architecture can literally determine the difference between success and failure. Evaluator Group has worked with IT organizations to help architect optimal VDI architectures. We will explore the critical storage features needed for Virtual Desktop Initiatives (VDI). The focus will be on storage system features required to meet the performance, and TCO levels necessary for a successful VDI project. The recommendations are taken from hands on experience implanting VDI projects in mid-sized and large IT environments. The emphasis will be on practical configuration options and how best to leverage specific storage features in order to maximize storage performance and efficiency.

Learning Objectives

Architectures and technologies that minimize redundancy and optimize performance and ensure VDI success
How to enable VDI users customization while delivering high price / performance levels and reducing IT administration overhead of VDI
Understand what makes some VDI projects successful while others fail. Tools and techniques for delivering a VDI implementation that users and CIO’s love