Citrix XenApp

Citrix XenApp is an on-demand application delivery solution that enables any Windows® application to be virtualised, centralised, and managed in the datacentre and instantly delivered as a service to users anywhere on any device. In use by over 100 million users worldwide, XenApp delivers on the promise of proven application compatibility.

What it does

Centralise applications

Centrally configure, store, and maintain a single application image in the datacentre, either on multi-user terminal servers or centralised virtual machines, and enable seamless delivery from any operating system.

Configure access

System intelligence and configurable access controls automatically determine the optimal method for delivering each application based on the user scenario, device capabilities, network performance, connection location, and security profile.

Enable self-service

Users can subscribe to the applications they need from a simple enterprise app storefront and gain instant access from whichever device is most convenient – PC, Mac, netbook, tablet or smartphone.

Deliver apps on-demand

XenApp delivers applications via a high speed delivery protocol for use while connected, or streamed via Citrix application virtualisation or Microsoft® App-V™ directly to the device for use when offline.

What it means

Traditional distributed application management is extremely complex. Citrix XenApp enables IT to instantly deliver any Windows® application to users anywhere on any device. XenApp increases productivity of IT resources and reduces complexity because IT manages all applications from one central location. XenApp simplifies and automates the process of delivering applications, enabling IT to focus on strategic initiatives. It:

• Enables on-demand application delivery
• Reduces cost of desktop management up to 50%
• Improves security and protects intellectual property

The Citrix XenApp difference

Self-service virtual application delivery

System intelligence automatically determines the best method for delivering virtual applications as an on-demand service to users through a personalised and easy-to-use self-service storefront.

Access from any device, anywhere

Simply and securely access virtual applications with a consistent experience regardless of location or device. XenApp delivers Windows applications to any of over 30 client operating systems including Mac and even the Apple® iPhone®.

High definition user experience

Citrix HDX technology gives users an experience that rivals a local PC, even with multimedia such as Flash, collaboration applications, USB peripherals, and 3D graphics. What's more, XenApp 6 offers additional HDX enhancements that ensure a high-definition user experience regardless of location.

Secure by design

An integrated hardened SSL VPN with advanced, policy-based access control lets you give users encrypted access to virtual applications and valuable intellectual property from anywhere while eliminating the risk of data theft or loss.

Single instance management

Virtual application packages and server images are stored, maintained, and updated once in the datacentre and delivered on demand. This simplifies system and application management and makes it easy to provide real-time updates to users.

Enterprise-class scalability

XenApp supports more than 100,000 users and scales beyond 1,000 servers in a single implementation with 99.999% application uptime. This coupled with central monitoring, and management and automation tools enables rapid response to business and user needs.