Welcome to another edition of our blog series where we discuss the biggest events and partnerships revolutionizing the tech industry. Today, we highlight the upcoming Google Cloud Next event (August 29-31) and the unique partnership between Citrix and Google.
Google Cloud Next: A Meeting Point of Innovation and Collaboration
Google Cloud Next is where thought leaders, innovators, and technology enthusiasts gather to discuss and explore Google Cloud’s latest developments. This year, one of the main developments is the strategic alliance between Citrix, a pioneer in hybrid multi-cloud workspace technology, and Google Cloud, a titan of cloud services. Let’s look at some of the benefits our joint solutions bring to businesses.
Citrix and Google Cloud: Empowering Businesses to Excel
By running the Citrix Cloud control plane in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or hosting workloads in GCP, businesses can unlock myriad benefits:
- Efficient Resource Management: With this partnership, IT admins can suspend the Virtual Machine (VM) instance to disk when not in use, preserving memory, device state, and application state. This approach significantly reduces Google Cloud instance costs by replacing them with more affordable storage costs.
- Automated Workflows: The Autoscale Suspend/Resume feature for VMs in Google Cloud can be implemented automatically through a trigger policy. This adds a layer of convenience and efficiency to IT operations.
- Faster Deployment & Reduced Storage Footprint: Citrix Provisioning Service for Google Cloud allows rapid machine boot, faster creation, and a reduced storage footprint.
- Image Portability Service for Google Cloud: This feature simplifies hybrid multi-cloud scenarios, making them more manageable and user-friendly.
The partnership also brings simplified procurement from the Google Cloud Marketplace:
- Unified Billing: Citrix Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) purchased through the Google Cloud Marketplace counts towards your Google Cloud commitment. This integration brings the convenience of a single invoice for DaaS and Google Cloud compute, along with custom pricing and billing options.
The Power of ChromeOS and Chrome Flex with Citrix
The integration of ChromeOS and Citrix, combined with the new ChromeOS Flex for PCs and Macs, brings numerous advantages:
- Proactive Security: Google Safe Browsing and password limitations offer protection against phishing and malicious sites. Built-in virus and ransomware protection, timely security updates, and the ability to remotely wipe devices all contribute to a robust security environment.
- Easy Deployment & Unified Management: Quickly install ChromeOS Flex and manage devices, along with Citrix apps and desktops, from the Google Admin console.
- Customized Work Experience: Transform your PCs, Macs, and thin clients with Citrix Workspace app on a modern OS, providing a consistent work experience from anywhere.
- Reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Make the most of your existing hardware while reducing operational expenses, significantly lowering your TCO.
As Google Cloud Next approaches, we invite you to join us in exploring the innovative possibilities that the Citrix and Google partnership can bring to your business. Citrix representatives will be available at Google Cloud Next, ready to answer your questions and guide you towards a more efficient and secure digital future. To set up a one-on-one meeting with Citrix, register here.
Stay tuned for more insights and highlights from Google Cloud Next and the Citrix-Google alliance. This partnership promises to redefine the digital workspace landscape and set new benchmarks in leveraging technology for business success. Until then, let’s gear up for a thrilling journey at Google Cloud Next!