An architecture practice migrated to Computle to break free from their managed service provider and gain control over their data sovereignty and compute workloads. As an existing user of traditional VDI solutions through their MSP, they were familiar with the operational benefits, but faced vendor lock-in and constant charges for administrative tasks. With Computle, they were able to move to automated delivery of workstation builds and manage administrative tasks with their in-house team.
As an existing user of traditional VDI solutions, the client was familiar with the operational benefits of virtual desktop infrastructure. However, they faced significant challenges that impacted their ability to operate efficiently and cost-effectively.
Vendor lock-in was a persistent concern, limiting their flexibility to control data sovereignty and compute workload distribution according to their specific requirements. The lack of control over where data resided and how compute resources were allocated constrained their operational flexibility.
Additionally, they faced constant charges for routine administrative tasks. Every workstation build, configuration change, or maintenance operation incurred vendor fees, adding significant operational overhead. This billing model made it difficult to maintain predictable operational costs.
The client, with a team of 60 staff members, initiated a phased migration to Computle. This approach allowed them to validate Computle's capabilities while minimizing disruption to their operations.
Computle's platform provided the freedom and control they needed. They gained complete sovereignty over data placement and compute workload distribution, enabling them to align infrastructure decisions with their specific requirements rather than vendor constraints. This control extended to choosing data center locations, configuring storage solutions, and managing compute resources according to their needs.
The migration also eliminated the administrative overhead that plagued their previous solution. With Computle, their in-house team gained the ability to automate workstation builds and handle routine administrative tasks directly, without incurring per-task charges. This shift fundamentally changed their cost structure and operational efficiency.
The transition to Computle enabled them to implement automated workstation delivery workflows. New user onboarding, which previously required vendor coordination and associated fees, became a streamlined self-service process that their team could execute in minutes.
Workstation builds that previously incurred per-instance charges now operate on a predictable subscription model. They can provision, configure, and maintain workstations without worrying about accumulating administrative fees for routine operations. This cost predictability improved their operational margins significantly.
The automation extends to updates, maintenance, and configuration management. The in-house team can now handle tasks that previously required vendor involvement, reducing response times and giving them direct control over service quality and delivery timelines.
They integrated Computle Files as their storage solution, providing complete control over data placement and access policies. Unlike their previous vendor-controlled storage, Computle Files allows them to define data residency requirements based on their needs, ensuring compliance with data sovereignty requirements.
This control extends to backup policies, retention schedules, and access management. The in-house team can now configure storage solutions that align precisely with their requirements without being constrained by vendor-imposed limitations or paying premium fees for customization.
The flexibility to manage storage directly has enabled them to optimize their infrastructure for their specific use cases, offering varying levels of performance, redundancy, and data residency based on their operational needs rather than fitting within vendor-defined packages.
The phased migration demonstrated the viability of the transition while maintaining operational continuity across their 60-person team. This approach allowed the in-house team to develop expertise with the Computle platform and refine their automated delivery workflows at a comfortable pace.
Users who transitioned to Computle experienced improved operations, with faster response times for administrative requests and more flexible workstation configurations. Their ability to handle tasks internally rather than coordinating with vendor support significantly reduced turnaround times for routine operations.
The success of the migration has positioned their entire 60-staff organization to achieve complete freedom from vendor lock-in while maintaining the VDI operational benefits they value.
The migration to Computle has unlocked the constraints that limited their ability to operate efficiently and cost-effectively. By gaining control over data sovereignty, eliminating per-task administrative charges, and implementing automated delivery workflows, they've fundamentally improved their operational model.
The transition demonstrates that organizations can maintain the operational benefits of VDI platforms while escaping vendor lock-in and administrative overhead. Platform freedom doesn't require sacrificing functionality—it enables more flexible, efficient operations.
For organizations seeking to break free from restrictive vendor relationships while maintaining high-quality virtual desktop infrastructure, Computle offers a path to operational independence and improved economics.