IGEL,
the edge OS leader for cloud workspaces, today announced the launch of IGEL Ready, a new program that
opens up the company's core enterprise software for any technology partner to
integrate and validate their products. Technologies from over 90 companies are
already integrated within IGEL's platform - including Microsoft, Citrix and
Zoom, and that number is expected to double by 2021 with the freedom afforded
by IGEL Ready. Ultimately, the program creates an ecosystem where customers can
consider compatible devices and applications across a range of categories,
quickly deploy to their virtual desktop or cloud workspace, and securely access
from any device equipped with IGEL software.
The
news comes at a critical juncture for IT. Widespread cloud migration and a
surging distributed workforce have transformed how enterprises manage and
secure endpoints, fueling demand for virtual apps, desktops and cloud
workspaces. In 2019, Microsoft invigorated the market with the long-awaited
launch of Windows Virtual Desktop, which publicly embraced Linux at the endpoint.
These
conditions are driving growth and leadership for IGEL, which recognized early
on that its edge operating system and management tools could help businesses
migrate to the cloud overnight. When installed with IGEL OS, any x86-64 device
- including Windows desktops, laptops, HP or Dell Wyse thin clients and MacBook
devices - can connect to any cloud, including AWS, Azure, Citrix and VMware.
With IGEL, enterprises can easily repurpose existing hardware and manage
thousands of endpoints from a single interface, all with the added security of
a lightweight, read-only Linux OS.
"The
timing is right for IGEL," said Jed Ayres, CEO, IGEL. "Over a decade ago, we
saw an open opportunity in the market with the growth of the cloud and virtual
desktops. We decided to shift focus and perfect our simple, yet powerful edge
operating system, ultimately positioning IGEL for tremendous growth. Today,
we're entering a new era as we transition to an open platform that's primed for
partner integration."
IGEL
has emerged as a leading voice on the edge, and a trusted partner to
enterprises. In 2018, the company crossed the $100M revenue threshold, and
today is seeing demand skyrocket as remote work rapidly transforms modern life.
With
the IGEL Ready program, businesses can now tap IGEL's prolific partner network
with even greater confidence to provide employees with the most essential tools
and capabilities to do their jobs securely and effectively. In its 20-year
history, IGEL has fostered relationships with some of the biggest names in
hardware and software, including Amazon, AMD, Intel, VMware and Cisco. In 2019,
IGEL was announced as the first Linux-based OS certified for Windows Virtual
Desktop.
For
technology partners, IGEL Ready presents a compelling opportunity to share
their products with a growing, relevant market and provide a heightened experience
for customers.
"For 20 years, Citrix and IGEL have worked closely
together to deliver simple, smart and secure solutions to our mutual
customers," said Pratik Shah, Director of Product Management at
Citrix. "Now, we're excited to expand our partnership with the launch of IGEL
Ready to ensure that our validated solutions can be easily identified, and that
our customers can be assured they are running the most up-to-date versions that
have been tested for performance and interoperability."
IGEL Ready is now
accepting applications from any hardware, software or peripheral company
interested in integrating and verifying their technology with IGEL. The company
is already working with more than 150 partners to introduce them to the
program, including Goliath Technologies, Lakeside Software, LG Business
Solutions, Liquidware, Login VSI, PrinterLogic, Sennheiser, Tehama, Cherry, ControlUp,
deviceTRUST, Fluendo, Tricerat, SecMaker, OnLogic, Systec & Solutions,
BUURST, Channel Mechanics, Veridium and EPOS.
After meeting specific
hardware and software requirements to ensure compatibility, the applications
will be featured on the customer-facing IGEL Ready Showcase under eight
categories:
- Cloud Workspaces / VDI / DaaS
- Communication and collaboration
- Software and applications
- Endpoints
- Peripherals and others
- Printers and scanners
- Security
- Analytics
By
participating in the program, partners will be able to reach over 3,000,000
IGEL OS-powered endpoints, more than 17,000 IGEL customers and thousands of
resellers.
To learn more and start the
application process, visit igel.com/partners/technology-partners/
To explore the IGEL Ready ecosystem of solutions,
visit
igel.com/ready