Secure remote working with Azure Virtual Desktop
When your team needs to work from anywhere, traditional IT setups can quickly become complex and hard to manage. Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) changes that — offering secure, high-performance desktops and applications accessible from any device.
Azure Virtual Desktop helps businesses give staff secure remote access to desktops, applications and files while keeping data inside a managed Microsoft Azure environment.
+22 Hours Productivity
Azure Virtual Desktop users report up to 22 additional hours of productivity annually per employee.
Cut Costs by 34%
Businesses have reported up to a 34% reduction in IT costs with Azure Virtual Desktop.
Why Azure Virtual Desktop works for SMEs
Remote Access Anywhere
- Sign in with Microsoft 365 credentials from any PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone.
- Access your full Windows 10 or 11 desktop and business applications securely.
Consistent Experience Across Devices
- Your team enjoys the same Windows desktop experience, whether using a browser, Remote Desktop app, or mobile device.
Optimised for Cost and Efficiency
- Pay only for what you use. Multi-session capabilities mean multiple users can share resources without compromising performance.
Data Protection
- Data stays in the cloud—never on local devices—protecting your business from data breaches.
Regulatory Compliance
- AVD supports GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001, and other industry standards, helping SMEs maintain compliance with minimal effort.
Azure Virtual Desktop for regulated and data-sensitive teams
Azure Virtual Desktop is ideal for regulated and data-sensitive organisations that need secure remote access to business-critical applications and files. Nymble helps accountancy firms, law firms, charities and other SMEs move to a modern Microsoft Azure desktop environment.
Accountancy firms
Securely access accounting, tax, payroll and client files from anywhere — ideal for hybrid teams, seasonal workloads and firms moving away from ageing servers or VPNs.
Law firms
Give partners, solicitors and support staff secure access to case files, legal applications and Microsoft 365, while helping keep confidential client data off personal devices.
Charities
Support office, remote and field-based teams with secure access to shared systems and data, while keeping IT simple, scalable and cost-conscious.
Client project / Azure Virtual Desktop / Remote working
Azure Virtual Desktop Setup for Historic Royal Palaces
Nymble helped Historic Royal Palaces implement an Azure Virtual Desktop environment to support secure, flexible access for users working across different locations.
Historic Royal Palaces needed a modern remote desktop solution that could give staff reliable access to applications and data while keeping management, security and user experience simple.
We designed and configured an Azure Virtual Desktop setup that allowed users to access a consistent Windows desktop experience from approved devices, with business data kept inside the managed Microsoft Azure environment.
The result was a secure and scalable remote working platform that improved access for users, simplified desktop management and provided a stronger foundation for hybrid working.
Need Secure Remote Access For Your Team?
If your organisation needs secure access to desktops, applications and files from anywhere, Nymble can design, deploy and support an Azure Virtual Desktop environment built around your users, applications and security requirements.
Did you know?
If you have Microsoft 365 E3, E5, Business Premium, or Windows 10/11 Enterprise, you may already have Azure Virtual Desktop licensing included — so you could start using it without any additional licensing cost.
How Azure Virtual Desktop works
Azure Virtual Desktop gives your team secure, flexible access to a full Windows desktop and business applications – whether in the office, at home, or anywhere in the world.
Here’s how AVD works:
- Sign In Anywhere: Use your Microsoft 365 credentials on any device, with secure authentication that keeps your data protected.
- Launch Your Virtual Desktop: Access your desktop through the Remote Desktop app or a modern web browser, with no complex setup required.
- Access Apps and Files Securely: Your applications and documents are available just like they would be in the office, giving your team a seamless remote working experience.
How much does Azure Virtual Desktop cost?
Azure Virtual Desktop costs depend on your users, applications, performance needs, security requirements and working patterns. For many SMEs, the main benefit is flexibility: you can scale resources up or down instead of committing to fixed on-premises hardware.
Users and working patterns
The number of users, when they work and how often they connect will affect the Azure resources required.
Applications and performance
Business applications, databases and resource-heavy systems may need additional processing power, memory or specialist configuration.
Microsoft licensing
Your existing Microsoft 365 or Windows licences can affect what is required to run Azure Virtual Desktop correctly.
Storage, backup and security
User profiles, shared files, backup, multi-factor authentication, monitoring and access controls should be planned from the start.
Need a clearer idea of cost?
Share your user numbers, applications and working pattern, and Nymble will help estimate the right Azure Virtual Desktop setup for your business.
Book an Azure Virtual Desktop demo
Want to see how Azure Virtual Desktop can transform remote working for your business? Book a live demo and explore AVD in real time:
- Step-by-step login and setup – Watch how easy it is to get started.
- Explore the virtual desktop – Navigate a Windows desktop hosted in Microsoft Azure.
- Secure access to apps and files – See how your team can work safely from anywhere.
- Boost productivity and efficiency – Learn how AVD improves security, performance, and IT cost management for SMEs.
Fill out the form to schedule your live demo and see Azure Virtual Desktop in action.
Azure Virtual Desktop design, deployment and support
- Assessment and Planning
We evaluate your current environment and design an Azure Virtual Desktop strategy that aligns with your business goals. - Deployment and Migration
We configure and deploy your Azure Virtual Desktop environment, then migrate users and workloads with minimal disruption. - Optimisation and Cost Management
We fine-tune your deployment and use tools like Nerdio to manage resources efficiently and reduce ongoing costs. - Ongoing Monitoring and Support
We provide continuous monitoring, updates, and expert support to keep your Azure virtual desktops running smoothly.
Thinking of Moving from Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop?
Our experts make the transition seamless. Contact us for a free consultation.
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Why choose Nymble for Azure Virtual Desktop?
Certified Expertise
Your project is handled by a certified Azure Virtual Desktop professional.
Proven Track Record
With over 10 years of industry experience and 40+ successful Azure Virtual Desktop deployments, we know what it takes to deliver results that work in the real world.
Personalised AVD Support for Businesses in London, UK, and beyond
We work closely with small and medium businesses, offering dedicated, responsive support from a partner that understands your needs.
Frequently asked questions about Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop is a Microsoft cloud service that gives users secure access to a Windows desktop, business applications and company files from almost anywhere. It allows staff to work remotely while keeping business data inside a managed Azure environment.
Yes. Azure Virtual Desktop can be a good fit for SMEs that need secure remote access, flexible working, centralised application management or an alternative to ageing servers, VPNs or traditional Remote Desktop Services.
The cost depends on your number of users, applications, performance requirements, Microsoft licensing, storage, security and support needs. Nymble can help estimate the right Azure Virtual Desktop setup based on how your team works.
In many cases, yes. Azure Virtual Desktop can reduce reliance on VPN access by giving users a secure cloud-hosted desktop or application environment. The right approach depends on your existing infrastructure, applications and security requirements.
Usually, yes. Many line-of-business applications can be delivered through Azure Virtual Desktop, including accounting, CRM, database and sector-specific applications. Nymble can review your applications and confirm the best deployment approach.
Azure Virtual Desktop can be highly secure when configured correctly. Security measures can include multi-factor authentication, conditional access, centralised data storage, endpoint protection, monitoring, backup and controlled user permissions.
Yes. Nymble can assess your existing Remote Desktop Services or Citrix environment and plan a migration to Azure Virtual Desktop where it makes commercial and technical sense.
Yes. Nymble can design, deploy, monitor, support and optimise Azure Virtual Desktop environments for SMEs in London and across the UK.
The best starting point is an assessment of your users, applications, current infrastructure, security needs and working patterns. Nymble can review your setup and recommend whether Azure Virtual Desktop, another cloud solution or a hybrid approach is the right fit.
Ready to discuss Azure Virtual Desktop for your business?
Ready to empower your team with secure, scalable remote work solutions? Contact us today to discuss how Azure Virtual Desktop can help your business stay connected, productive, and secure.
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