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Client computing software with

hybrid cloud management

ell Technologies have developed cloud apps means we're approaching a window of
Dell Hybrid Client to meet the opportunity for a new client computing solution.
Dchanging needs of businesses, Dell has the breadth and reach to drive such a
end users and IT. Dell Hybrid Client is shift in the industry."
a centrally managed client software
solution that is ready to deploy with How it works
select Dell mobile and desktop devices, Dell Hybrid Client begins with single sign-on, where users will
helping employees get to work quickly find their personalised desktop interface and all their
with a consistent experience. As the applications, whether in the cloud or virtual.
world's first client computing software This first-of-its-kind solution provides:
with hybrid cloud management, it • Security at every touchpoint: Securely scale to thousands
enables easy access to applications and of users while still protecting employee and company Brooke Huling
data, in the public cloud, private cloud data through built-in features including system lockdown,
or on the user’s device - regardless of secure boot, user file encryption and more.
where they live. • Simplified workflow: Your work day doesn’t need to be interrupted as users have
In an increasingly cloud connected secure access to web and virtual applications from Citrix, VMware, Microsoft and
world, organisations need to easily various storage locations.
deploy and maintain data and • Optimised productivity: Zoom or Microsoft Teams clients run locally, enabling faster
applications from a variety of locations collaboration while helping reduce strain on IT infrastructures.
without burdening IT teams or hindering • Consistent experience: With an enhanced “Follow-me” feature, users will find
employee productivity. Dell Hybrid Client their applications and data on any supported desktop interface – even after
simplifies and personalises the user changing devices.
and IT experience, while still providing • Flexibility in cloud providers: Organisations can embrace a more flexible mindset
security and flexibility across devices and by supporting and seamlessly integrating from Wyse Management Suite’s multiple
work environments. Features like built- cloud vendors, including Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.
in everyday productivity applications, • Comprehensive software support: With ProSupport, Dell Hybrid Client users
browser security and others are available receive proactive resolution. With automatic alerts and case creation, remote
out-of-the-box and managed through the diagnosis and access to ProSupport engineers,[2] employees can experience
cloud, empowering employees to work little-to-no-downtime and IT can proactively support business needs.
however and wherever is best for them.
“At the core of Dell Hybrid Dell Hybrid Client is currently available across a variety of desktop, VDI and mobile form
Client sits an elevated experience factors - including the OptiPlex 7090 Ultra, OptiPlex 3090 Ultra, Wyse 5070 and the new
for both employees and IT teams,” Latitude 3320. n
said Brooke Huling, vice president,
Modern Computing Solutions Group,
Dell Technologies. “For employees,
Dell Hybrid Client delivers the same,
personalised experience regardless
of the device you choose to work on.
Everything you need is at your fingertips.
For IT, we’ve opened access to multiple
clouds, enabling experiences to be
scaled and customised for workforces at
a rapid pace.”
"Dell Hybrid Client has the potential
to be a game-changing offering," said
Rob Enderle, president and principal
analyst, Enderle Group. "The new work-
from-anywhere environment coupled
with the need to support virtual, local and

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