VMware Horizon is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for desktop and application virtualization. It helps organizations ensure business continuity and enhance employee productivity while managing costs. With a flexible infrastructure that can scale to the cloud, Horizon allows for a hybrid-cloud architecture, enabling deployment both on-premises and in the cloud. This setup provides end-to-end security and the ability to manage and monitor deployments effectively.

Adopting a SaaS model like VMware Horizon can lower financial barriers to technology adoption by providing easier access and consistent updates. For instance, ABC Corporation saved approximately $600,000 in hardware costs by moving its disaster recovery site to the cloud. Additionally, the subscription model allows organizations to spread costs over time, making financial management more predictable and manageable.

VMware Horizon includes an Image Management Service (IMS) that automates the management, replication, and distribution of desktop images across various pods. This service significantly reduces the time and cost associated with manual image management. For example, ABC Corporation, which managed 1,560 unique images, spent about $156,000 annually on this task. With IMS, they could cut that time and cost in half, resulting in a projected savings of $234,000 over three years.