From VMware Horizon to Omnissa Horizon: What the Rebrand Means for End-User Computing
The virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) world is entering a new era. With Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware and the subsequent spin-off of its End-User Computing (EUC) division, the trusted VMware Horizon platform is now rebranded as Omnissa Horizon. While the name has changed, the technology powering virtual desktop and application delivery remains strong — and it’s evolving faster than ever.
For nearly two decades, VMware Horizon has helped IT organizations deliver desktops and applications reliably across persistent, non-persistent, and multi-session environments — whether hosted on-premises, in public cloud, or hybrid platforms. As Omnissa Horizon, this heritage continues, now backed by a more focused mission to simplify operations, reduce costs, and improve user experience across the board.
What’s New with Omnissa Horizon?
Omnissa Horizon is driving forward with three core focus areas:
- Lower TCO through unified SaaS-based management
The Horizon Control Plane offers centralized management across Horizon 8, Horizon Cloud, and DaaS — backed by AI-driven automation through Omnissa Intelligence and Freestyle Orchestrator. - Simplified App Delivery with App Volumes
Omnissa’s App Volumes separates apps from base OS images, reducing image sprawl and lifecycle complexity. Now available even for persistent desktops and RDSH (multi-session Windows Servers) — including Microsoft and Amazon DaaS, and even Citrix. - Security & UX Optimization
Secure hosted apps/desktops are paired with powerful user experiences:- Blast Extreme protocol for performance across weak networks
- Native support for Teams, Zoom, and Webex
- GPU-ready environments via NVIDIA, Intel, AMD partnerships
- Seamless integration with Workspace ONE and Dynamic Environment Manager
Moving Forward with Confidence
This rebrand is more than just a name change — it’s a signal of new momentum in the VDI and DaaS space. Omnissa is focused, independent, and investing deeply in the future of EUC.
At Datacompute Consulting, we understand the impact such a rebrand and ownership change can have on organizations — especially those with large EUC footprints. That’s why we partner closely with clients during this transition to ensure continuity, strategic alignment, and technical readiness.
We support clients by:
- Advising on the transition from VMware Horizon branding to Omnissa Horizon, including any contractual or licensing implications.
- Planning future EUC strategies, whether staying with Omnissa, integrating Citrix, or exploring hybrid cloud alternatives.
- Providing expert migration and optimization services to ensure virtual desktop platforms remain secure, performant, and future-ready.
Whether you’re an existing Horizon customer or reassessing your EUC roadmap, the move to Omnissa Horizon offers a strategic opportunity. With the right planning and expertise, your organization can take full advantage of what’s next in virtual desktop delivery.
Need help with your Horizon transition? Contact Datacompute Consulting today.
Reference: Omnissa official website
