Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) has come a long way from niche technology to a mainstream IT essential. Today’s enterprises demand secure, agile, and cost-effective ways to empower a hybrid workforce, and VDI is often at the core of that strategy. But as the landscape evolves, so too does the technology that supports it.
More and more IT leaders are reassessing their current VDI platforms—and many are choosing Omnissa Horizon over Citrix (previously known as VmWare Horizon). The reasons? Better performance, simpler licensing, tighter cloud alignment, and more predictable ROI. It’s the great VDI showdown, and Omnissa Horizon is gaining ground fast.
The post-pandemic workplace has shifted expectations. Remote and hybrid work models aren’t just temporary—they’re the new normal. Organizations need desktop virtualization platforms that can keep up with flexible work, tight security standards, and growing demands for user experience.
VDI offers centralized control, data security, and scalability—but not all VDI solutions are created equal. As cloud integration becomes critical and total cost of ownership (TCO) gains boardroom attention, IT leaders are putting legacy platforms under the microscope. Choosing the right virtual desktop solution isn’t just an IT decision—it’s a business enabler.
Citrix has long been a household name in the VDI world. With a deep ecosystem and mature feature set, it’s served enterprises well for years. However, the past few years have brought notable challenges to the Citrix landscape.
While Citrix still excels in flexibility and customizability, it’s increasingly seen as complex and costly. IT leaders cite concerns like:
For many, the operational overhead and cost unpredictability of Citrix outweigh its benefits, especially when newer alternatives are simpler and more cloud-aligned.
Omnissa Horizon has emerged as a modern, enterprise-grade VDI solution that meets today’s business needs head-on. Built to integrate seamlessly with the Omnissa ecosystem—particularly vSphere—Horizon brings a level of simplicity, scalability, and flexibility that’s increasingly hard to ignore.
Key Omnissa Horizon benefits include:
As IT teams aim for agility, security, and efficiency, Omnissa Horizon consistently shows up as the best VDI solution for enterprise-scale environments.
Here’s a quick comparison of both platforms across key enterprise VDI dimensions:
When comparing Omnissa Horizon and Citrix performance, Horizon often delivers a smoother and faster user experience with lower setup and maintenance overhead.
The migration from Citrix to Omnissa Horizon isn’t just theoretical—it’s happening across sectors. CIOs and infrastructure leads cite several real-world reasons:
Why switch from Citrix to Horizon? Because the business case finally makes sense from both a technical and financial standpoint.
Switching platforms is a big decision, but with the right planning, it doesn’t have to be disruptive. Here’s a quick Citrix to Omnissa Horizon migration guide:
Partnering with an experienced managed VDI provider can ensure a seamless transition with minimal downtime.
A global logistics and transportation firm, BDP struggled with performance issues running Google Workspace apps on Citrix. After migrating to Omnissa Horizon, they achieved elastic scalability, significantly faster application response times, and higher end-user satisfaction. As Jason Bullock, Executive Director of IT Infrastructure, noted: “If we’re going to truly run this as an enterprise, we need to come up with a better solution than Citrix.”
The e-discovery and legal services company replaced its Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop environment with Horizon. Post-migration, Kroll reported improved UI and connection simplicity, and a more integrated, consistent virtual desktop experience for its 2,500+ global employees.
As enterprises shift toward digital-first strategies, the platforms they rely on must evolve too. Omnissa Horizon offers a future-ready alternative to Citrix that aligns with cloud goals, simplifies operations, and delivers value where it counts.
This isn’t just about moving from one VDI to another—it’s about choosing a platform that meets today’s demands and tomorrow’s ambitions.
Still running Citrix? It might be time to reevaluate.
Assess your current VDI setup, identify gaps, and explore what a switch to Omnissa Horizon could mean for your business. Anunta Technologies offers expert-led migration support and assessments tailored to your enterprise environment.
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