Azure Virtual Desktop is no longer limited to running exclusively in Azure. With the introduction of AVD Local and the recently announced AVD Hybrid deployment models, organisations now have new ways to deliver cloud-managed desktops while keeping workloads on-premises.

In this session, we’ll explore what it really means to run Azure Virtual Desktop on-prem, and where AVD Local and Hybrid fit within the broader Microsoft EUC landscape. We’ll break down the architecture, prerequisites, and operational considerations, and compare how these models differ from traditional AVD in Azure.

Rather than focusing purely on features, this session is grounded in real-world scenarios — including cost constraints, existing hardware investments, data residency requirements, and skills gaps — to help you decide when on-prem or hybrid deployments make sense.

Attendees will learn:

The differences between AVD in Azure, AVD Local, and AVD Hybrid

When running AVD on-prem is the right choice — and when it isn’t

Infrastructure, identity, and networking requirements for each model

Operational considerations, limitations, and common pitfalls

How AVD Local and Hybrid change the future of VDI and DaaS architectures

Whether you’re looking to extend the life of existing infrastructure, address regulatory requirements, or gain more flexibility in where your workloads run, this session will give you a clear, practical understanding of how to design and operate Azure Virtual Desktop beyond the cloud.