The True Cost of Manual AVD Management
Manual scaling and AVD management might seem free, but the hidden costs add up quickly. We break down what manual management really costs your organisation.
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Why Azure Scaling Plans Can Be Limiting
Azure's native scaling plans for AVD are a good starting point, but they come with significant limitations. Here's what you need to know and how to go beyond basic scaling.
Why We Love Nerdio (and How We Complement Them)
Nerdio is a fantastic platform for managing Azure Virtual Desktop. Here's why we think they're great, and how The Smart Scaler offers a focused, complementary approach to AVD cost optimisation.
Upcoming: Holiday-Aware Scheduling
A sneak peek at our new holiday-aware scheduling feature, coming soon to The Smart Scaler. Automatically adjust your AVD scaling for public holidays worldwide.
How We Save You 40% on AVD Costs
Discover the strategies and techniques The Smart Scaler uses to help organisations reduce their Azure Virtual Desktop spending by up to 40%.
Introducing The Smart Scaler
Welcome to The Smart Scaler News! Learn about our intelligent scaling and cost optimisation platform for Azure Virtual Desktop.
AVD Scaling: Time-Based vs Demand-Based
Should you scale based on the clock or based on actual usage? Here's when to use each approach — and why combining them works best.