Parallels elevates digital workspaces with Microsoft 365 integration

Parallels a global leader in virtualization and end-user computing, is releasing Parallels RAS 20 (Remote Application Server), the latest version of its virtual application and desktop delivery solution that gives organizations the flexibility to work securely from anywhere, on any device.

According to the vendor, this release focuses on two key features: seamless application delivery on Windows 365 Cloud PCs, and robust support for applications hosted on-premises, in private clouds, and across public clouds such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and AWS.

Additionally, the latest Parallels Client enables users to access local, remote, Windows, web, and SaaS applications side-by-side, optimizing productivity through a single, unified workspace app.

“Customers can move their application and desktop delivery to Parallels which offers the flexibility for apps to truly follow the user without adding complexity for IT teams,” said Prashant Ketkar, CTO at Parallels. “Parallels RAS can deliver applications directly on the edge (desktop), and with the latest release to Windows 365, unblocking a critical barrier to the adoption of Cloud PCs. This release sets a new benchmark for virtual desktops by combining flexibility, simplicity, security, enhanced user experience, and lower total cost of ownership.”

Parallels RAS 20 delivers comprehensive new features that enhance flexibility and security, streamline administrative processes, and improve user experience. Key highlights include:

• Managed Apps on Windows 365 Cloud PCs: Parallels RAS 20 enables users to access Windows 365 Cloud PCs via the Windows app and use Parallels RAS streamed applications directly from their Cloud PCs.
• AWS Support for Availability Zones: Parallels RAS 20 increases the reliability and resilience of desktop infrastructure with the ability to deploy hosts (clones) from the same RAS template image and host pool across different Availability Zones, enhancing high availability.
• Local App Launch: Parallels RAS 20 enhances the user experience by integrating local applications seamlessly, allowing both remote published apps and local apps to display side-by-side in the same Parallels Client. In addition, combined with Parallels Browser Isolation, it provides highly secure access to SaaS applications, with browser isolation implemented at the endpoint.
• Azure Marketplace SaaS Offering for Prepaid Acquisition: Customers can now purchase pre-paid Parallels RAS subscriptions directly from the Azure Marketplace, utilizing their Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC), and enabling Parallels partners to create private offers—streamlining deployment and cloud-based purchasing strategies for remote access and virtualization.

Parallels RAS delivers simplified management and administration of virtual apps and desktops while lowering end user computing costs. Presenting on-premises and multi-cloud solutions in a centralized management console for administrators and a secure virtual work environment for end users, it is the ideal digital workspace for the future of work, the company said.

Parallels RAS 20 is available now.

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