Parallels recognized as a Visionary in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Desktop as a Service
In Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) space, Parallels has not just established itself, but it’s rising with its innovative approach.
In the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service, Parallels has been recognized as a Visionary for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. While included as an Honorable Mention in the 2023 version of the report, this is the first time Parallels has appeared as one of the placed vendors within the Magic Quadrant.
A comprehensive DaaS solution
Parallels DaaS (Desktop-as-a-Service) is a cloud-based app and desktop delivery solution that caters to the diverse needs of small to midsize businesses.
It offers a flexible and secure way to access critical data and apps from any internet-connected device.
Parallels DaaS’s unique, cloud-native architecture isolates the management infrastructure (which is managed by Parallels) and leaves critical business data where it belongs in the business environment.
This architecture not only dramatically improves security but also offers incredible scalability, addressing potential concerns about data security and system performance.
With its seamless integration with Microsoft Azure, Parallels DaaS simplifies the deployment, onboarding, and management process for IT admins.
This integration allows for easy migration of existing Azure resources, simplifies the management of virtual machines, and provides a unified platform for managing both Azure and Parallels DaaS resources.
Additionally, it offers intuitive administration controls and real-time dashboards that allow all types of businesses to deliver and use enterprise-grade IT solutions.
Built on extensive experience
While it is a new offering, Parallels DaaS has been expertly crafted based on the knowledge and experience gained from the teams behind the company’s mature, widely adopted VDI and cloud ready solution; Parallels RAS (Remote Application Server).
It’s a unified management platform that enables on-premises VDI, hybrid environments, cloud PCs, and physical endpoints.
With the seamless integration of cloud technologies like Azure Virtual Desktop and Amazon EC2, Parallels RAS offers a scalable, cloud-ready solution that ensures end-to-end security while simplifying deployment, configuration, automation, and cost optimization of IT environments.
Simple and transparent licensing
One of the common pain points in the DaaS market is the complexity of licensing models.
Parallels addresses this issue head-on with a straightforward, easy-to-understand licensing structure.
Parallels DaaS is licensed on a named-user basis, with a minimum requirement of 15 users and a one-year commitment.
This simplicity in licensing makes budgeting easier by providing a clear understanding of the costs involved and ensures that businesses are not caught off guard by unexpected costs, such as overage charges or additional fees for advanced features. It provides a sense of relief and gives businesses confidence in their financial planning.
Industry expert assessment
“We believe that our position as a Visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service is not only an accomplishment for Parallels, but also a testament to our commitment to simplifying the management of virtual machines and meeting the demands of the market,” said Prashant Ketkar, CTO at Parallels. “With Parallels DaaS, organizations receive an intuitive, user-friendly solution with simple licensing without sacrificing scalability and security.”
Parallels DaaS: a new Visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant
Parallels is recognized as a Visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant. A comprehensive and flexible DaaS solution offering seamless integration with Azure and a commitment to simplifying IT management, and we believe that Parallels DaaS is an excellent choice for small to midsize businesses looking to simplify budgeting and avoid unexpected costs.
Seeking a cost-effective and cutting-edge infrastructure solution for your business? Learn more about Parallels DaaS.
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Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service, By Stuart Downes, Eri Hariu, Mark Margevicius, Craig Fisler, Sunil Kumar, 16 September.
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