Managed Azure Virtual Desktop & Remote Work Solutions
Codify’s Managed Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop service provides one of the most flexible and secure remote work solutions available today.
The headaches commonly associated with managing VDI in-house.
Codify is a leading DaaS provider. We help Australian businesses deliver applications and desktops to users whether they’re working in the office, remotely, or across multiple countries.
Compared to traditional VDI solutions like Citrix, Azure Virtual Desktop often delivers a lower total cost of ownership by removing the need for separate licensing, infrastructure, and management layers. It is natively integrated with Microsoft 365 and Azure, so there’s no additional platform to maintain, and you only pay for the resources you use, not for fixed capacity that might sit idle. Our AVD managed service ensures your Azure VDI environment is always optimised for performance and cost.
High Costs & Wasted Spend
Traditional VDI solutions require significant upfront investment in hardware and licenses, often leading to paying for fixed capacity that sits idle.
Security & Compliance Risks
Without a comprehensive security framework, your remote access can become a vulnerability, risking sensitive data and company assets.
Complex Management
On-premises solutions require constant patching, maintenance, and manual management, pulling your IT team away from strategic projects.
Poor Scalability
Adapting to changing user demand, project-based work, or seasonal spikes can be difficult and time-consuming with a fixed infrastructure.
Are you looking for a Public PC solution?
We deliver secure, centrally managed desktops for kiosks, libraries, and public spaces with Azure Virtual Desktop.
Our three-step path to a modern remote workspace.
We have developed a clear, multi-step methodology to ensure your virtual desktop project is successful, secure, and delivered on time.
1. Discovery & Strategy
We begin with a comprehensive assessment of your existing environment, infrastructure, and user requirements. This phase includes a detailed analysis of your needs to ensure the AVD solution is a perfect fit for your business objectives.
2. Implementation & Migration
Our certified consultants will deploy your AVD environment, including automated desktop provisioning, storage, and security. We can also handle the migration of existing desktops to the cloud with minimal disruption to your operations.
3. Ongoing Management & Support
Once deployed, our team provides continuous, proactive support to ensure your AVD environment is always optimised for performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
How does Azure Virtual Desktop for your remote workforce work?
Non-persistent desktop model
Our solution uses a non-persistent desktop model, a core component of Azure Virtual Desktop that provides both security and cost-efficiency for remote work.
Users don’t log in to a dedicated desktop in the cloud; they access one from a central “host pool.” Their applications, documents, and data follow them across different sessions, providing a seamless experience. The primary benefit is cost-efficiency and streamlined management. This model provides a consistent, ready-to-use desktop for a large number of users without the administrative burden of managing individual, dedicated machines.
Beyond the golden image
The traditional “golden image” model can become a management nightmare for distributed teams. Each desktop requires time-consuming manual updates, leading to inconsistencies and security vulnerabilities across your remote workforce.
Our service provides a modern, cloud-native alternative. We don’t rely on static images that sit idle and require constant maintenance. Instead, we have developed a fully automated provisioning process that delivers a fresh, consistent desktop to every remote user, every time.
Key benefits of our automated approach
Ultimate Consistency
Every virtual desktop is built from a single, automated source, ensuring perfect consistency for all your employees and eliminating configuration drift, no matter where they are.
Reduced IT Burden
Our end-to-end automation handles all patching, updates, and provisioning, freeing your IT team from the administrative burden of maintaining a large, distributed fleet of desktops.
Enhanced Security
By treating each desktop as a disposable resource, we eliminate the risk of lingering malware or user-specific issues. The desktop reverts to a known good state after every session, protecting your corporate data.
Cloud-Native Technology
We leverage modern tools like Intune and Infrastructure-as-Code to ensure your environment is not only easy to manage but is also scalable and future-ready.
Our Accreditations & Expertise
Codify is an Australian-owned and operated company with a deep commitment to quality and security. As a leading DaaS provider in Australia, we provide the certifications and proven expertise that give you confidence in our partnership.
Microsoft Solutions Partner
We hold Microsoft Solutions Partner designations in Digital & App Innovation (Azure) and Infrastructure (Azure), along with Microsoft Gold Certification in Cloud Platforms.
Certified Security & Quality
We are ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified, demonstrating our commitment to quality management and information security.
Government Approved Supplier
We are an approved supplier on various Australian government panels for ICT services, which demonstrates our capability and trust within the public sector.
Frequently Asked Questions about managed Azure Virtual Desktop for your remote workforce
How does Azure Virtual Desktop compare to Citrix or VMware?
AVD is a cloud-native solution from Microsoft, natively integrated with Microsoft 365 and Azure. Compared to a VDI desktop solution like Citrix or VMware, it often delivers a lower total cost of ownership, as you don’t need to manage separate infrastructure and licensing layers. Our service helps you make the most of this inherent advantage.
I’m worried about AVD licensing being a nightmare. How do we make sure we don’t get overcharged?
That’s a very common concern. We provide expert licensing advice to ensure you have the most cost-effective solution for your needs. We’ll help you navigate the requirements and make sure your license consumption is fully optimised to avoid unnecessary spend.
We're an Australian business. Can you provide local support for this service?
Yes. Codify is a leading DaaS provider in Australia. Our team provides local expertise and support, so you get the guidance and assistance you need to ensure your AVD environment delivers consistent performance and security.
What about our specific applications? Will they even run on Azure Virtual Desktop?
Ensuring application compatibility is a critical step in a successful AVD deployment. We begin every engagement with an in-depth analysis of your application requirements to assess their readiness for a virtualised environment. We work with you to resolve any compatibility issues and ensure your business-critical applications are deployed flawlessly and perform optimally.
What's your process for patching and updating all our virtual desktops? Is that all automated?
We don’t use a traditional “golden image” that can go stale. Instead, we use a fully automated, end-to-end provisioning process. We treat each virtual desktop as a disposable resource that is rebuilt from scratch at every login. Using Intune, Infrastructure-as-Code, and our proactive assurance platform, we ensure that every user gets a fresh, consistent, and fully patched desktop.
We have a lot of users who need to work remotely. Is AVD a cost-effective solution for that?
Yes, AVD can be extremely cost-effective. You pay only for the resources you use, not for fixed capacity that might sit idle. Our managed service helps you control costs even further by implementing strategies to right-size and schedule resources, ensuring your spending is optimised for your needs.
We already have an IT team. Is this managed service just going to replace them?
Our service is designed to be a seamless extension of your in-house team. We handle the repetitive and complex tasks of managing your AVD environment, freeing your team to focus on core business objectives. This collaborative approach ensures your virtual desktop infrastructure is secure and optimized, without adding to your team’s workload.
What happens if our user numbers suddenly spike? How do you manage that?
We take a proactive approach to capacity planning. Our team monitors historical virtual desktop usage patterns and works with you to anticipate changes in user demand. We then use auto-scaling to automatically scale your environment up or down, ensuring you always have the right resources available to meet demand without overpaying.
We're worried about performance. How do you ensure our users won't complain about lag?
A good user experience is our top priority. Our managed service ensures consistent performance by proactively monitoring resource usage, optimising your host pools, and right-sizing your virtual machines. We focus on a lean, automated build to deliver a low-latency experience that feels just like a local desktop, preventing the common performance issues that plague traditional VDI.
What kind of security features does a managed AVD service offer?
Our managed service provides comprehensive security for your remote access. This includes tight integration with your identity and access controls, multi-factor authentication, and the ability to isolate sensitive workloads. We ensure your environment is secure by default, so you can provide secure remote access with confidence.
What happens when something breaks? What's the support and uptime like?
Our managed service includes a robust SLA to ensure predictable uptime and a reliable user experience. We provide guaranteed response times for critical incidents and offer proactive monitoring 24/7/365 to detect issues before they impact your users. This ensures that your virtual desktops and critical applications are always available when you need them.
Ready for a modern remote desktop solution?
Get in touch with our team to learn how we can provide a scalable, secure, and hassle-free virtual desktop solution for your remote workforce.