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Read MoreWhat is Horizon Cloud?
Deliver virtual desktops and apps from virtually anywhere and manage them from the cloud with Horizon Cloud. Simplify management and give your distributed workforce flexible, secure access.
Simplified management for IT agility
Streamline administrative tasks with a single, cloud-based control plane that centralizes management and reduces operational overhead. Designed to help reduce costs by deploying, monitoring, and updating virtual desktops and apps without the complexity of managing traditional infrastructure.
Flexible, multi-cloud deployment options
Deploy and scale virtual desktops and apps on-premises, in public clouds, or across hybrid environments, adapting to changing needs. This flexibility can help optimize costs and supports business continuity for distributed teams.
Enterprise-grade security and compliance
Help secure data and user sessions with built-in, hardened protection across environments. Leverage integrations with top security and identity providers to enable conditional access, supporting efforts to meet complex compliance and regulatory standards.
Features
Power desktop and app virtualization with next-gen features
Enhance workforce productivity and scale resources with Horizon Cloud’s advanced automation, unified management, and adaptive security features.
Multi-cloud and hybrid deployment options
Unified cloud-based management
Thin edge architecture for scalability
Advanced automation and open APIs
Built-in, security-focused access controls
Accelerate value with Omnissa solutions
Horizon Cloud Service helps deliver flexible, scalable virtual desktops and apps across public cloud, hybrid, and multi‑cloud environments. It supports multiple Omnissa solutions by helping teams deploy at scale, simplify cloud operations, strengthen security posture, and deliver consistent user experiences across locations and devices.
Build high‑performing virtual desktop environments in the cloud
Horizon Cloud Service helps organizations deploy virtual desktops and apps across cloud and hybrid environments with elastic scaling, unified image management, and policy‑driven operations. It supports cloud‑first VDI strategies with features that help teams simplify deployment, improve responsiveness, and deliver consistent experiences to users anywhere.
Supported use cases
Improve security posture with consistent cloud‑aligned VDI architecture
Horizon Cloud Service helps strengthen security posture in VDI by unifying access control, supporting conditional access with Omnissa Access, and helping maintain consistent, compliant configurations across cloud environments. Automated scaling and cloud‑hosted control planes help environments stay current with updates and security standards.
Supported use cases
Ecosystem partners
Unify device and VDI readiness across cloud and hybrid deployments
Horizon Cloud Service works with UEM to help prepare endpoints for cloud‑hosted desktops and apps through streamlined Horizon Client delivery, certificate management, and Windows/macOS policy alignment. This helps IT teams monitor devices—whether corporate‑owned, BYOD, or frontline—and enable them to be ready for secure cloud‑based VDI access.
Supported use cases
Ecosystem partners
See Horizon Cloud in action
Discover how next-gen DaaS can support your desktop and app virtualization initiatives, drive productivity, and reduce IT complexity.
Customer spotlight
Organizations across education, healthcare, and financial services rely on Horizon Cloud to deliver secure, consistent digital workspaces that support productivity and compliance.
Education
Deliver seamless access to educational apps, devices, and resources, so you can focus on students and learning.
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Education
Federal government
Help federal agencies support protected app access and centralized control—while safeguarding mission-critical information.
Finance
Omnissa enables secure, seamless access to apps and data, helps reduce risk for financial services and optimizes cost through efficient operations.
Northeast healthcare system boosts care with Omnissa VDI
A top U.S. healthcare provider modernizes care delivery with Omnissa Horizon Cloud, enhancing clinician workflows, security, and patient outcomes.
Finance
Omnissa enables secure, seamless access to apps and data, helps reduce risk for financial services and optimizes cost through efficient operations.
Retail
Boost workforce productivity, deliver seamless, consistent customer experiences, and beat the competition with Omnissa products & solutions.
Core Horizon Cloud components and architecture
Horizon Cloud uses a thin edge architecture with centralized management, integrating key services for identity, automation, and analytics to deliver a secure, scalable DaaS environment.
Horizon Control Plane
The Horizon Control Plane centralizes management of desktops, apps, and lifecycles across all deployments. It provides a unified console for monitoring, policy enforcement, and automation, reducing administrative overhead and improving consistency.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONTROL PLANEHorizon Edge Gateway
The Horizon Edge Gateway bridges the control plane and infrastructure providers, enabling thin edge deployment and efficient resource allocation. This approach supports rapid scaling and simplifies connectivity for distributed environments.
LEARN MORE ABOUT EDGE GATEWAYOmnissa Unified Access Gateway
Unified Access Gateway is designed to enable highly secure remote access to desktops and apps without a traditional VPN. It provides encrypted, token-based connections for end users, supporting compliance and remote work requirements.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESS GATEWAYOmnissa App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager provide application layering and user environment management, enabling flexible app delivery and personalized settings without increasing image count.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APP MANAGEMENTOmnissa Intelligence
Integration with Omnissa Intelligence brings advanced analytics, reporting, and proactive monitoring directly into Horizon Cloud. IT gains visibility into usage, performance, and digital employee experience (DEX) metrics.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ANALYTICSHorizon Control Plane
The Horizon Control Plane centralizes management of desktops, apps, and lifecycles across all deployments. It provides a unified console for monitoring, policy enforcement, and automation, reducing administrative overhead and improving consistency.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONTROL PLANEHorizon Edge Gateway
The Horizon Edge Gateway bridges the control plane and infrastructure providers, enabling thin edge deployment and efficient resource allocation. This approach supports rapid scaling and simplifies connectivity for distributed environments.
LEARN MORE ABOUT EDGE GATEWAYOmnissa Unified Access Gateway
Unified Access Gateway is designed to enable highly secure remote access to desktops and apps without a traditional VPN. It provides encrypted, token-based connections for end users, supporting compliance and remote work requirements.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESS GATEWAYOmnissa App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager provide application layering and user environment management, enabling flexible app delivery and personalized settings without increasing image count.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APP MANAGEMENTOmnissa Intelligence
Integration with Omnissa Intelligence brings advanced analytics, reporting, and proactive monitoring directly into Horizon Cloud. IT gains visibility into usage, performance, and digital employee experience (DEX) metrics.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ANALYTICSHorizon Control Plane
The Horizon Control Plane centralizes management of desktops, apps, and lifecycles across all deployments. It provides a unified console for monitoring, policy enforcement, and automation, reducing administrative overhead and improving consistency.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CONTROL PLANEHorizon Edge Gateway
The Horizon Edge Gateway bridges the control plane and infrastructure providers, enabling thin edge deployment and efficient resource allocation. This approach supports rapid scaling and simplifies connectivity for distributed environments.
LEARN MORE ABOUT EDGE GATEWAYOmnissa Unified Access Gateway
Unified Access Gateway is designed to enable highly secure remote access to desktops and apps without a traditional VPN. It provides encrypted, token-based connections for end users, supporting compliance and remote work requirements.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESS GATEWAYOmnissa App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager provide application layering and user environment management, enabling flexible app delivery and personalized settings without increasing image count.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APP MANAGEMENTOmnissa Intelligence
Integration with Omnissa Intelligence brings advanced analytics, reporting, and proactive monitoring directly into Horizon Cloud. IT gains visibility into usage, performance, and digital employee experience (DEX) metrics.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ANALYTICSHelp protect data, users, and access with built-in security
Horizon Cloud incorporates security-hardened architecture, integrated identity, and compliance tools to help safeguard data and enable regulatory alignment across hybrid environments.
Identity federation and conditional access
Integrate with existing identity providers to enable SSO and adaptive access policies. Conditional access controls help reduce unauthorized users can access sensitive desktops and applications.
End-to-end encryption and token-based access
All connections from endpoints to virtual desktops and apps are encrypted, with token-based authentication to help protect session integrity. This approach supports compliance and reduces exposure to threats.
Proactive monitoring and compliance reporting
Built-in observability and automated alerting help IT detect and respond to security events quickly. Detailed compliance reporting supports audits and ongoing risk management.
Segmented architecture for reduced attack surface
By centralizing infrastructure in the Horizon Control Plane and minimizing customer-managed components, Horizon Cloud helps reduce the potential attack surface and supports defense-in-depth strategies.
Connect with your existing tools and platforms
Horizon Cloud offers broad compatibility and integration capabilities, supporting leading identity providers, cloud platforms, and IT management tools for seamless operations.
Extend virtual desktops to Azure environments
Horizon Cloud enables deployment of desktops and apps directly on Microsoft Azure, supporting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies. Integration with Azure AD and management tools streamlines user access and policy enforcement. Cost-efficient intelligent power management modes reduce Azure compute and storage costs up to 70%.
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Azure Active Directory
Integrated identity management and SSO for users
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Azure Marketplace
Streamlined provisioning and scaling of desktop resources
Enhance identity and access security
Omnissa Access integrates with Horizon Cloud to provide SSO, conditional access, and integration with third-party identity providers. This helps strengthen authentication and streamline user experience.
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SSO integration
Unified authentication for desktops, apps, and SaaS
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Conditional access
Enforce adaptive policies based on risk and context
Proactive analytics and digital experience insights
Integrate Omnissa Intelligence for real-time visibility into system health, usage, and DEX. Analytics support proactive remediation and continuous improvement for IT operations.
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Experience management
Track and optimize user satisfaction and system performance.
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Custom dashboards
Build reports for compliance, usage, and risk analysis.
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Manage Horizon Cloud desktops with Workspace ONE UEM
Auto-enroll Horizon Cloud desktops straight into Workspace ONE UEM, simplifying virtual and traditional PC management.
Next steps
Pricing and packaging
Explore SaaS subscription models and multi-cloud deployment options for Horizon Cloud. Compare feature sets, editions, and licensing to find the best fit for your organization.
Deployment and onboarding
Get started with Horizon Cloud using guided setup and deployment resources.
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Getting started
Get step-by-step instructions for setting up and using Horizon Cloud.
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Tech Zone resources
Access best practices, tutorials, and architecture diagrams.
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Support and training
Access help resources and learning paths to accelerate adoption.
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24x7 support
Global support team available via portal and phone.
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Training modules
Self-paced courses, live webinars, and certification paths.
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Community forums
Connect with peers and experts to share insights and solutions.
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FAQ
Horizon Cloud is offered in a SaaS subscription model with flexible deployment across public, private, and hybrid clouds. You can compare editions, features, and licensing options to select the best fit for your requirements.
Deployment is streamlined with guided setup resources, including detailed documentation and architecture diagrams. You can deploy on Microsoft Azure, Amazon WorkSpaces Core, on-premises with VMware vSphere, or in hybrid configurations to meet your needs.
Horizon Cloud integrates identity federation, end-to-end encryption, conditional access, and proactive monitoring. The architecture is designed to reduce attack surface and help maintain compliance for regulated industries.
Yes, Horizon Cloud supports integration with leading identity providers, ITSM tools, and analytics platforms. Public APIs enable automation and workflow customization to fit your environment.
System requirements depend on your chosen deployment model. Reference documentation and best practices are available to guide infrastructure planning for Azure, on-premises, or hybrid environments.
Yes, Horizon Cloud includes Omnissa App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager for streamlined application delivery and personalized user settings, reducing image management overhead.
You can access documentation, training, community forums, and 24x7 support through Omnissa online portals. Links to these resources are provided in the Next Steps section above.