In an era of transformative workplace technology, Workspot is emerging as a pivotal player in redefining End User Computing (EUC). At the upcoming IGEL Now & Next 2025 conference, Amitabh Sinha, Chief Strategy Officer of Workspot, reveals how the company is solving critical enterprise challenges through a unified digital workplace platform that seamlessly blends security, performance, and flexibility. From eliminating legacy VDI complexity to enabling instant global desktop deployments, Workspot is at the forefront of a technological revolution that empowers IT organizations to embrace hybrid work without compromising on security or user experience.
VMblog: Tell us a little bit about your company.
Amitabh Sinha: At Workspot, we are redefining End User Computing (EUC) with
a unified digital workplace platform that streamlines the secure delivery of
applications and desktops. Our platform integrates Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS),
Enterprise Browser, Digital Employee Experience (DEX), and FinOps, giving IT
the ability to securely provide:
- Web
applications via a device-local Enterprise Browser
- Virtual
desktops and app, on-prem and in Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and AWS
We enable enterprises to eliminate on-premises VDI
complexity, reduce costs, enhance security, and provide an exceptional user
experience. With Workspot, IT organizations can deploy secure, high-performance
digital workspaces anywhere in the world-at scale.
VMblog: Talk about your technology. What problems do you
solve? And how are you considered unique?
Sinha: Workspot solves some of the biggest EUC challenges
enterprises face today, including:
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Eliminating the complexity and cost of on-prem
VDI
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Ensuring enterprise-wide security through a Zero
Trust architecture
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Providing high-performance, GPU-powered desktops
for power users
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Delivering instant scalability and flexibility
for hybrid workforces
Our unified digital workplace platform enables organizations
to:
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Deploy desktops and apps globally in minutes
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Reduce IT costs by eliminating expensive
infrastructure
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Improve security by keeping data off endpoints
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Deliver an ultra-responsive, high-performance
user experience
What makes Workspot unique is our Cloud-Native Control
Plane, which provides centralized management, automation, and visibility across
multiple cloud environments, ensuring enterprise IT has full control over their
EUC strategy.
VMblog: How do you partner with IGEL? What does that
partnership look like? How long have you been a partner?
Sinha: Workspot and IGEL together offer a secure, high-performance,
and cost-effective EUC solution that eliminates traditional endpoint and
infrastructure challenges.
Our partnership provides:
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Seamless integration between Workspot's
cloud-native platform and IGEL-powered thin clients
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Security-first architecture-Workspot's Zero
Trust security model and IGEL's lightweight, Linux-based OS minimize attack surfaces
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Cost reduction-IGEL thin clients extend hardware
lifecycles, while Workspot removes the need for expensive VDI infrastructure
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Optimized user experience-Workspot virtual
desktops + IGEL endpoints deliver ultra-responsive, enterprise-grade
performance
As a longtime IGEL Ready partner, Workspot and IGEL have
collaborated to enhance security, simplify deployments, and improve EUC
performance for organizations across healthcare, financial services,
government, manufacturing, and retail.
VMblog: What do you plan to show off at your booth at Now
& Next 2025?
Sinha: At Workspot's booth, attendees can experience:
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Live demos of Workspot's unified digital
workplace platform running on IGEL-powered endpoints
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Workspot Observability (DEX) demos with Workspot
WatchTM and Workspot TrendsTM
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Insights on cost savings-How Workspot + IGEL
eliminates VDI costs, reduces IT overhead, and extends endpoint lifecycles
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Zero Trust security strategies for cloud-hosted
virtual desktops
VMblog: What do you like about Now & Next? What made you
sign up as a sponsor?
Sinha: Now & Next is where EUC innovation happens. It's an
opportunity to connect with thought leaders, IT decision-makers, and customers
looking for smarter, more cost-effective ways to deliver applications and
desktops.
We signed up as a Gold Sponsor because:
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It's the premier event for showcasing next-gen
EUC solutions
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It attracts the right audience-organizations to
modernize their desktop strategy
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It fosters collaboration between IT leaders,
partners, and customers
Workspot is here to educate, connect, and showcase the
future of secure, high-performance EUC.
VMblog: What do you hope to take away from Now & Next?
Sinha: At Now & Next 2025, Workspot is looking forward to:
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Engaging with IT leaders and EUC experts
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Showcasing how enterprises can transition from
legacy VDI to Workspot's platform
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Hearing directly from customers about their EUC
challenges and priorities
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Strengthening our partnership with IGEL and
other EUC ecosystem partners
We want attendees to leave our sessions with a clear
strategy for modernizing their EUC environment.
VMblog: What do you attribute to the growing success of End
User Computing?
Sinha: The rise of hybrid work, cloud adoption, and security
concerns has fueled rapid growth in the EUC space. Key drivers include:
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Hybrid & Remote Work Demand - Enterprises
need secure, scalable digital workspaces for distributed teams.
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Cost Optimization - Companies are eliminating
legacy VDI costs and extending device lifecycles with thin clients.
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Zero Trust Security - Cyber threats are rising,
and organizations need secure, compliant EUC solutions.
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Cloud-First Strategies - Businesses are
replacing on-prem infrastructure with cloud-based virtual desktops.
Workspot is at the forefront of this transformation,
providing a modern, secure, and cost-effective EUC platform that meets these
demands.
VMblog: How do you and your solution help with the growth of
the EUC market? Where does your technology fit?
Sinha: Workspot is driving EUC growth by:
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Global Cloud Deployment - Workspot allows IT to
deploy desktops in any region, instantly
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High-Performance Virtual Desktops - Ideal for
knowledge workers, developers, and GPU-intensive workloads
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Zero Trust Security Model - Keeps data off
endpoints, ensuring secure access
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Seamless Integration with IGEL - Extends device
lifecycles, reduces IT complexity, and improves security
Our platform fits perfectly into the EUC market by
eliminating legacy VDI and delivering a scalable, cloud-native solution that
supports hybrid and remote workforces.
VMblog: Where do you see the EUC market headed?
Sinha: The future of EUC is cloud-first, secure, and flexible. Key
trends shaping the industry include:
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Cloud-Native EUC - Businesses are moving away
from legacy VDI in favor of scalable cloud-hosted solutions.
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Hybrid Work as the Standard - Users demand
secure, seamless access to apps and desktops from anywhere.
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Zero Trust Security - Cybersecurity threats are
increasing, making secure, cloud-hosted EUC solutions essential.
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AI & Edge Computing - AI-powered
optimizations and edge computing will further enhance performance and security.
Workspot is leading this shift by providing enterprises with
a simple, scalable, and secure digital workplace platform that ensures a
frictionless, high-performance user experience.
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