Unpacking the Benefits of Application Container Management
In today’s fast-paced IT environments, efficiently managing and provisioning applications is crucial. Users expect instant access and usability while their IT teams grapple with diverse application formats, operating system migrations, and software license compliance. Enter Cloudpager, a solution designed to simplify and accelerate application delivery. Let’s explore the significant benefits it brings to the table.
1. Blazing-Fast Application Access
Waiting for large applications to install is a major productivity killer. Cloudpager tackles this head-on by breaking applications down into fragments (“pages”), streaming them directly to end-user devices. Even your heftiest software can be launched up to 20x faster, as only the necessary components are delivered initially, with the rest streamed seamlessly in the background. This means users get access to the tools they need, right when they need them, boosting productivity and reducing frustration.
2. Unmatched Application Package Format Flexibility
Modern workplaces often deal with a mix of application packaging formats. Cloudpager offers exceptional flexibility by supporting the delivery of applications in various formats, including MSIX, App-V, WAM, and its native Cloudpaging format. This versatility is a game-changer, especially during transitions.
3. Smoother OS Migrations (Hello, Windows 11!)
Migrating to a new operating system like Windows 11 traditionally involves the time-consuming and costly process of repackaging countless applications. Cloudpager alleviates this burden significantly. Its ability to deliver multiple formats means you can migrate to Windows 11 without the immediate need for extensive repackaging efforts.
Existing App-V or other packages can often be provisioned directly from the platform, saving immense time and effort compared to a “big bang” repackaging project. Furthermore, Cloudpager includes turnkey solutions for optimizing App-V packages with Cloudpaging to run beyond end of life, further streamlining modernization efforts.
That said, if you do want to execute an evergreen packaging initiative, Cloudpackagers (my company) actually just finished a project where we packaged more than 150 applications into Cloudpaging containers in less than 5 weeks for a large financial services organization. We’d be happy to assist you on your journey.
4. Enhanced Auditing and License Management
Understanding application usage is vital for both compliance and cost optimization. Cloudpager provides robust auditing capabilities. You can easily track:
- License Compliance: Ensure you’re adhering to software license agreements by monitoring who is using which applications and how often.
- Application Utilization: Gain valuable insights into which applications are actively being used across your organization and, just as importantly, which ones aren’t. This data empowers you to make informed decisions about software rationalization, potentially leading to significant cost savings by eliminating unused licenses.
Conclusion
Cloudpager offers a compelling suite of benefits for organizations looking to modernize their application delivery strategy. From accelerating application launch times and supporting diverse formats to simplifying OS migrations and providing crucial usage insights, it empowers IT teams to deliver applications more efficiently and effectively, ultimately enhancing the end-user experience and optimizing resource allocation.
About Cloudpackagers
Cloudpackagers are vastly-experienced application packaging and virtualization specialists. We offer a range of flexible services to help streamline and modernise delivery of your business’ desktop applications whilst reducing the need for long-term permanent or contract hires.
Whether you are running a major transformation project or require day-to-day input, we can help. This summer alone, we helped a financial services enterprise containerize more than 150 applications into Cloudpaging containers within 5 weeks.
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