Parallels Desktop as a Service ( Subscription )
Deliver virtual apps and desktops from the cloud with Parallels DaaS
Parallels DaaS is your next-generation DaaS provider. With Parallels DaaS, users can deliver virtual applications and desktop streaming from the cloud anytime, anywhere.
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Parallels DaaS is a cloud Desktop-as-a-Service solution
Parallels DaaS is a cloud-native, Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution that offers users secure, instant access to their virtual applications and desktop environments.
Supporting both single- and multi-session desktop operating systems while leveraging and expanding the cost, security, and performance benefits of Azure Virtual Desktop, Parallels DaaS provides scalable and effortless application and desktop access for any user on any device.
By simplifying the process of deploying, managing, and cost-optimizing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Parallels DaaS empowers IT administrators with tools such as virtual machine scheduling and multi-session hosts to streamline operations and reduce resource consumption and costs. No additional training or expertise necessary.
Quick, easy onboarding and management
Unparalleled speed with frictionless onboarding removes the complexity surrounding the configuration of AVD, user onboarding, and profile management with a readily available service.
Uncomplicated cloud-native architecture
Built in the cloud, Parallels DaaS provides a more agile, cost-effective, and resilient solution by having access points closer to where data and users reside.
Fast and efficient resource scaling
Easily scale your desktop infrastructure up or down to meet changing demands and optimize costs.
Upleveled security and compliance
The distinctive architecture isolates the control and data layers, with our gateway service in your environment. Parallels manages control while your data stays with you, enhancing data security.
The simplified Parallels DaaS setup
Complete in just four straightforward steps!
Register an account and access Parallels DaaS
Connect your Microsoft Azure subscription to host resources
Install your line of business app(s) and settings
Invite users to access their apps, desktops, and data
Quick, easy onboarding and management
Modern, web-based management portal
Administrators have access to an intuitive, user-friendly, and contemporary web-based management portal that encompasses all aspects of Parallels DaaS configuration and administration.
Rich, at-a-glance dashboard view of registered users
With just a quick look, administrators can view registered users, published resources, running virtual machines, active user sessions, and more.
Intuitive, image management via any web browser
The primary image template, used to create new virtual machines for users, can be easily edited by administrators directly from their web browsers. Any modifications made to the primary image are automatically logged and can be saved for future new VMs or discarded.
Built-in user profile management
Advanced profile management that ensures a consistent user experience and retention of application specific settings, irrespective of what the user is assigned during login. User’s profile data is stored at the customer-managed storage location and never in the Parallels DaaS portal.
Session Management
Admins can view and manage real-time user sessions for applications and desktops with ability to disconnect and send a message.
Uncomplicated cloud-native architecture
Bring your own Microsoft Azure subscription
Integrate your own Microsoft Azure subscription with Parallels DaaS to effectively oversee critical applications, desktops, and data. This guarantees optimal connectivity to essential customer-managed resources, allowing the flexibility to configure Express Route or site-to-site VPN independently for on-premises resource access.
User access
Users can leverage any device with a browser to stream virtual apps, desktops, and data from the cloud. In addition, the Microsoft Windows App can be used to provide the best experience across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, IGEL, and 10ZiG. Using the Microsoft Windows app ensures the enhanced responsiveness of mouse and keyboard inputs, as well as providing optimized audio and video playback for a smooth user experience.
Microsoft Teams optimization for conferencing
Parallels DaaS automatically delivers Microsoft teams optimizations out-of-the box. The Microsoft Windows app allows Parallels DaaS to offload Microsoft Teams and other conferencing workloads to the endpoint. This optimization ensures low-latency, stutter-free conversations, including features like webcam support and screen sharing.
Simplified maintenance:fewer chances of errors or downtime
The ease of use of Parallels DaaS means maintenance tasks or requirements for the IT staff are significantly reduced, lowering the chance of system errors or eventual downtime because of poor configuration or handling.
Fast and efficient resource scaling
Dynamic virtual PCs autoscaling
Virtual desktop pools provide user-accessible virtual PCs, with automatic creation to maintain resource availability.
Non-persistent desktop experience
Every time a user logs on, they access a pristine desktop. Any changes made during the session, except those preserved through user profile management, are discarded upon logoff.
Pre-configured image instances available out-of-box
Pre-configured primary image instances are optimized for virtualization use cases right out-of-the-box, featuring Microsoft Windows as the base OS along with commonly used applications pre-installed.
Virtual machine scheduling
Administrators can schedule the availability of virtual machines, ensuring that capacity aligns with actual demand. This feature reduces unnecessary resource usage and expenses, allowing organizations to optimize costs and deliver peak performance by running virtual machines only when needed.
Own Cloud-based identity & access service Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) is used as the core authentication platform. Users can authenticate using their already available Azure AD accounts. Organizations can take advantage of improved security and enable future integrations with other cloud-based services such as Microsoft Intune.
Upleveled security and support
Unique control and data Isolation for unmatched security in the cloud
Parallels DaaS enhances data security by isolating the control and data layers, preserving customer data in their environment, and ensuring secure access through a dedicated Parallels Secure Gateway with minimal management overhead.
The latest security protocols for peace of mind
Enhance security with the latest robust SSL/TLS 1.3 support and provide fully encrypted sessions that adhere to rigorous security standards.
24/7 technical support included
A dedicated team of technical specialists are available to help support customers with Parallels DaaS, any time of the day, seven days a week.
Continuous monitoring and real-time alerts for IT outages
To optimize the IT management experience, Parallels DaaS includes intelligent, real-time monitoring of the IT environments and automatically alerts key stakeholders in case of system issues or outages.
Adopting a cloud-first approach
Adopt cloud solutions to develop the business IT environments while reducing the need for on-site infrastructure, dedicated IT personnel, and frequent maintenance.
Move desktop environments to the cloud
Move on-premises virtual apps, desktops, and VDI solutions to the cloud and/or explore digital transformation through cloud services.
Upgrade existing DaaS offerings
Replace existing DaaS environments with upleveled security functionality, flexible scaling, and better cost predictability to help with cost management.
IT environment without IT Specialists
Deliver a powerful but simplified remote desktop delivery solution without the need for IT specialists to manage the environment.
Parallels DaaS architecture
A unique architecture that enhances data security. User session data is always retained within the customer's network through the Parallels Secure Gateway, which also resides on the customer environment. This helps ensures maximum security with minimal management overhead.
