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Bytes : Updates on Tech Vendors

Bytes are running regular updates for customers around offers from the Tech Vendors during the COVID-19 Crisis. In view of the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation, our technology partners are offering discounted and free of charge products/services to help with remote working. We’ve listed the current offers below to help you should you need it. If you would like immediate advice, please contact Bytes. We can help you with technology options to suit your organisation today and for the longer term. See details of our FREE Remote Working Advisory Service.

VMware

Horizon Cloud on Microsoft Azure FREE for 45 days

Helping companies get started with Virtual Desktops (VDI) and applications as a remote workforce solution. Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution, no on-premise hardware or infrastructure required. Bring your own Azure capacity ID. Create your desktop/application images and go!

Workspace ONE FREE for 30 days

For those who want to leverage a mobility solution. If you’d like more information you can join the VMware webinar: Pandemic Preparedness and Response: How to Quickly Set Up a Remote Workforce for Success. 

Citrix

Virtual Apps and Desktops 52% discount (RRP) bought before 31st March. 

You can choose between on-premise Citrix Virtual Apps, Desktop Advanced or Premium licenses - concurrent or user/device. These can run alongside your existing Citrix estate, but need to be a separate delivery. This offer entitles you to a 12-month term, with 6 month’s usage within it. Remote working, burst up capabilities, secure access to data and  applications. 

Microsoft

Microsoft Teams FREE 6-month trial for up to 1000 users.

To help customers who have not yet purchased. In addition, Bytes can help you to deploy Microsoft Teams with our FastTrack Services. More information from Microsoft is available on our website.

Cisco

WebEx Meetings plan FREE for 100 participants.

Giving you meetings with HD video, screen sharing, and a personal room. Use it as long as you like.

Check Point (existing customers)

Access free 60-day licenses for three products that ensure secure remote connectivity for all your employees:

Remote Access VPN – Secure, enterprise-grade remote access to connect safely to corporate applications such as email and sensitive data. [1 free license gateway]

Mobile Security – Protect personal mobile devices from viruses and other types of malware. (1 free license per remote employee)

Endpoint Security – Protect laptops and PCs against viruses, spyware and ransomware. (1 free license per remote employee)