Not every client who comes to us is asking for a VDI migration. Most are just trying to fix something that doesn’t feel right.
They’ll say things like:
“Logins are getting slower.”
“Support tickets are up, but our dashboards look fine.”
“We’re growing, but IT can’t keep up.”
And while the root causes vary, the solution often leads to the same place: it’s time to rethink the virtual desktop environment. Whether they’re moving from legacy infrastructure to the cloud, upgrading an outdated Citrix environment, or consolidating VDI across locations, the goal is the same—to make things work better for both IT and end users.
This post is based on what we’ve learned supporting organizations through those exact moments. It’s not one client story—it’s a composite of dozens. But the lessons? They’re real.
A VDI migration usually starts with one of these triggers:
None of these mean the existing solution is “bad.” In fact, most were the right solution for their time. But organizations grow, and systems need to grow with them.
Across industries and platforms, the most successful VDI migrations share a few key moves:
They start with a health check. Not just “what do we have?” but “what do we need to do better?” That includes:
The best VDI migrations don’t start with sweeping changes—they start with a small, deliberate test
Whether you call it a pilot, a proof of concept (PoC), or a test, what matters is this: you need to validate that your existing applications and workflows perform as expected in the new environment before you commit to a full migration.
Some organizations still think of this step as a “free PoC,” but that model often runs into approval delays or lacks the realism of a production-style setup.
For example, in our own work, we typically recommend a paid test that mirrors production conditions and focuses on validating app compatibility, user experience, and platform performance. It’s scoped, intentional, and designed to answer the question: Can this platform handle our real-world needs—today and tomorrow?
That kind of clarity is what unlocks buy-in and de-risks the VDI migration from the start.
A migration isn’t just about moving desktops—it’s about how people get their work done. That includes:
Migrations are a chance to fix what’s been patched over for years:
Organizations that modernize their VDI environments often report significant improvements. Here’s what the data shows:
Faster Logins and App Launches
Many enterprise environments are quietly tolerating login times of 2–3 minutes. And while IT dashboards might be showing “all green,” end users feel the drag every day.
In our experience, reducing login times to the 40–45 second range is not only possible—it’s often the difference between widespread complaints and quiet productivity.
For reference, benchmarks across 1.8M+ logons puts the median login time at 27.5 seconds—but most real-world, enterprise-scale environments fall well above that. ControlUp
Fewer Help Desk Tickets
Implementing AI-driven automation in help desks can lead to a 60% reduction in support ticket volume, allowing IT teams to focus on more strategic tasks. ServiceNow
Reduced Infrastructure and Licensing Costs
Cloud migration analyses indicate that approximately 80% of organizations experience total cost reductions, with migration savings being a key driver. ControlUp
More Strategic Time for IT
Modernizing VDI environments can lead to a 66% increase in administrator productivity and a 29% increase in staff focus on innovation, freeing IT teams from routine maintenance tasks. Amazon Web Services, Inc.
We’ve found from our own work at Anunta that enhancements in VDI performance, such as faster load times and reduced latency, contribute to improved user satisfaction and productivity.
It’s not just a technology shift—it’s a culture shift. One that frees up energy, time, and budget for things that matter more.
Whether you’re upgrading, switching platforms, or scaling to support growth, a successful VDI migration starts with the right plan. We’ll help you assess your current setup, prioritize what matters most, and design a migration strategy that fits your business.
Anunta is an industry-recognized Managed Desktop as a Service provider focused on Enterprise DaaS (Anunta Desktop360), Packaged DaaS, and Digital Workspace technology. We have successfully migrated 1 million remote desktop users to the cloud for enhanced workforce productivity and superior end-user experience.