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The Citrix Session

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186 episodes

2 weeks ago

n episode 188 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and solutions architect Randy Price dive into how healthcare IT leaders are simplifying clinician access and improving patient care through the power of Citrix, Unicon ELUX OS, and Imprivata integration. They unpack how Citrix’s acquisition of Unicon delivers secure, centralized endpoint management with Scout, and how Imprivata’s “tap and go” authentication enhances speed, security, and user experience. From architecture insights to real-w...

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n episode 188 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and solutions architect Randy Price dive into how healthcare IT leaders are simplifying clinician access and improving patient care through the power of Citrix, Unicon ELUX OS, and Imprivata integration. They unpack how Citrix’s acquisition of Unicon delivers secure, centralized endpoint management with Scout, and how Imprivata’s “tap and go” authentication enhances speed, security, and user experience. From architecture insights to real-w...

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The Citrix Session

Citrix + Unicon + Imprivata: Streamlining Healthcare Access with One Tap

n episode 188 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and solutions architect Randy Price dive into how healthcare IT leaders are simplifying clinician access and improving patient care through the power of Citrix, Unicon ELUX OS, and Imprivata integration. They unpack how Citrix’s acquisition of Unicon delivers secure, centralized endpoint management with Scout, and how Imprivata’s “tap and go” authentication enhances speed, security, and user experience. From architecture insights to real-w...

2 weeks ago

16 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix 2507 LTSR: A Deep Dive into the Latest Innovations

In this episode of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Randy Price and Stuart Donaldson from XenTegra to unpack the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2507 Long-Term Service Release (LTSR). Together, they break down what’s new, what’s changed, and why it matters—from HDX enhancements and Secure HDX encryption to Device Trust, Uber Agent integration, and reduced IT overhead through unified image management. Listeners will learn: What makes an LTSR different from current releases—an...

1 month ago

34 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix Licensing Shift: What to do before April 15, 2026

Host Bill Sutton is joined by Todd Smith of Citrix and XenTegra Solutions Architect Randy Price to unpack Citrix’s move to the License Activation Service and what it means for on-prem environments. They explain who is affected, why Citrix is modernizing licensing, and how to prepare without disruption. You will hear version requirements, air-gapped options, firewall considerations, and what happens if your license server goes down. The team also covers often-overlooked entitlements in Univers...

1 month ago

30 minutes

The Citrix Session

Quantum-Ready Security with Citrix NetScaler: Protecting Data Today and Tomorrow

In Episode 185 of The Citrix Session, Andy Whiteside, Bill Sutton, and Todd Smith explore how Citrix NetScaler is evolving into a true Swiss Army knife for security—delivering protection not just for Citrix workloads, but for all applications. The conversation dives into the looming challenge of quantum computing and the “harvest now, decrypt later” threat, where bad actors collect encrypted data today to exploit when quantum capabilities emerge. Todd and Bill unpack how NetScaler is leading ...

2 months ago

37 minutes

The Citrix Session

Expanding Citrix DaaS with Amazon WorkSpaces Core Managed Instances

In Episode 184 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Citrix experts Geremy Meyers and Todd Smith to explore the newly enhanced integration between Citrix DaaS and Amazon WorkSpaces Core Managed Instances. The team dives into what's new in this “version 2” release, how it enables flexible, cost-effective VDI deployment, and why it’s a game-changer for customers with AWS and Microsoft licensing commitments. Key topics include: What Account Technology Strategists (ATS) really doTh...

3 months ago

28 minutes

The Citrix Session

Why IT Needs Deep Visibility for Application Rollouts

In Episode 183 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Citrix experts Geremy Meyers and Todd Smith to break down how IT leaders can make smarter decisions when rolling out Windows 365. They explore the growing importance of deep visibility, flexible deployment models, and persona-based strategies to support modern hybrid environments. This discussion highlights how Citrix technology enhances Windows 365 with features like HDX optimization, unified access through Workspace, and po...

3 months ago

24 minutes

The Citrix Session

XenServer 8.4: A New Era of Virtualization for All Workloads

In Episode 182 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and Citrix’s Todd Smith dive into the expanded capabilities of XenServer 8.4, Citrix’s enterprise-grade hypervisor. No longer just for Citrix workloads, XenServer is now fully supported for all workloads under both Citrix Platform Licensing and UHMC—making it a strong contender for organizations exploring alternatives to VMware and Hyper-V. 💡 In This Episode: Why Citrix is extending XenServer support to general-purpose workloadsWhat’s new...

3 months ago

24 minutes

The Citrix Session

What’s New and What’s Next at Citrix: LTSR, UHMC, Secure Browsers & More

In Episode 181 of The Citrix Session, hosts Bill Sutton and Todd Smith dive into the key takeaways from the blog “What’s New and Next with Citrix: Q&A from our May 2025 Webinar.” From release cadence updates and licensing clarity to enhanced integration with Windows 365 and Nutanix, this episode is packed with forward-looking insights for Citrix admins and tech leaders. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Why Citrix is moving to annual LTSR releasesHow UHMC licensing simplifies multi-cloud deploymentThe...

3 months ago

44 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix + Nutanix: The Easy Button for VDI Management

Managing virtual desktops doesn’t have to be hard. In Episode 180 of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton is joined by Citrix’s Todd Smith and Geremy Meyers—and special guest Phil Sellers from XenTegra—to break down the latest innovations from the Citrix + Nutanix partnership. What’s New & Why It Matters: One Integration Point: Citrix now supports Prism Central, giving you seamless access to multiple Nutanix clusters—on-prem or in the cloudHybrid Cloud Ready: Simplify and scale across data cen...

4 months ago

27 minutes

The Citrix Session

Rising Costs, Aging Hardware, & One Smart Way Forward

As hardware costs climb and Windows 11 migration looms, IT leaders face a tough choice: upgrade or optimize. In Episode 179 of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton (XenTegra) and Todd Smith (Citrix) unpack a smarter path—repurposing aging hardware with Citrix Elux and Scout. Why Listen: Learn how tariffs and supply chain delays are impacting endpoint strategiesDiscover how Citrix Elux enables secure, seamless access to Windows 11 on old devicesUnderstand how Citrix's Scout tool simplifies endpoint...

4 months ago

21 minutes

The Citrix Session

CVAD 2503: What’s New in Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

In Episode 178, the Citrix Session team dives into the latest on-premises release—Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2503. Join Bill Sutton, Geremy Meyers, and Todd Smith as they break down the top new features, including auto-scale insights, a redesigned Web Studio, enhanced storage load balancing, dynamic display rendering with Build-to-Lossless, and expanded integration of UberAgent with Director. Whether you're an admin optimizing cloud costs or an IT leader tracking app usage, this update ...

6 months ago

29 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix + NVIDIA: AI Virtual Workstations Are Here

In this episode of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Todd Smith, recently promoted Senior Manager for Account Technology Strategists (ATS) in the public sector at Citrix. Together, they dive into a pivotal blog article released at Citrix UNITE in New Orleans—“Citrix and NVIDIA Partner to Deliver AI Virtual Workstations.” What’s Inside: What the ATS role really means—and why it matters more than everHow Citrix is evolving to support AI workloads using NVIDIA RTX virtual worksta...

6 months ago

28 minutes

The Citrix Session

Integrating Chrome Enterprise Premium

In episode 176 of The Citrix Session, host Andy Whiteside, along with guest Geremy Meyers, dives into the transformative integration of Chrome Enterprise Premium into the Citrix platform. This episode explores how Citrix is enhancing browser management and security for enterprise environments, making it easier than ever for businesses to handle web and SaaS applications securely. Geremy, who oversees account technology specialists in the US, shares insights on the strategic partnership betwee...

7 months ago

25 minutes

The Citrix Session

XenServer 8 Unveiled: Navigating Hypervisor Upgrades and New Features

Join hosts Bill Sutton, Todd Smith, and Geremy Meyers for episode 175 of the Citrix Session Podcast as they dive into the critical aspects of upgrading to XenServer 8. In this episode, they discuss the impending end-of-life status of Citrix Hypervisor 8.2 cu1, scheduled for June 25th, 2025, highlighting the necessity for users to transition to the newer XenServer 8. The team outlines the enhanced features, including support for Windows 11 with VTPM, integrated PvS accelerator, added support f...

9 months ago

26 minutes

The Citrix Session

Introducing Session Remote Start: Faster logins, more productivity.

In this episode of the Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and a panel of experts, including Andy Whiteside, Geremy Meyers, and Todd Smith, delve into the latest enhancements Citrix has made to improve both security and operational efficiency. They discuss the new feature, Session Remote Start, which enables faster logons and boosts productivity by allowing physical security measures like badge scans to initiate and prepare Citrix sessions even before the user reaches their desk. The team explor...

9 months ago

18 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix's Acquisition of Unicon

Join us in episode 173 of the Citrix Session where host Bill Sutton, Director of Modern Workspace at XenTegra, and guest Geremy Meyers, ATS Director at Citrix, delve into Citrix’s latest strategic move—the acquisition of Unicon. In this episode, they explore how this acquisition integrates with Citrix’s current offerings, particularly focusing on Unicon's thin client operating system and cloud-based management stack. Discover the implications for enhanced security and management in VDI enviro...

9 months ago

16 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix's Strategic Moves in Security and App Development

In this episode of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton and guests delve into Citrix's recent strategic acquisitions of Device Trust and Strong Network, examining how these integrate with Citrix's security framework and enhance hybrid work environments. Join Andy Whiteside, Aaron Banner, Todd Smith, and Geremy Meyers as they explore the implications of these new capabilities on zero-trust architecture and secure private access. Discover how Citrix is not just improving security measures but also f...

9 months ago

44 minutes

The Citrix Session

Encryption Innovations in Finance and Government Sectors

In this episode of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and guests dive deep into the latest advancements in hardware and device security, with a special focus on Netscaler disk encryption. Our experts, including Jeremy Myers and Todd Smith, discuss how these innovations originated from financial and public sectors and are now setting a standard for security across industries. Discover how encryption not only protects sensitive data but also ensures compliance with stringent regulations. Join...

11 months ago

50 minutes

The Citrix Session

Citrix VDA for macOS: Revolutionizing Remote Access for Developers and Creatives

In this episode of The Citrix Session (Episode 170), host Bill Sutton is joined by Andy Whiteside, CEO of XenTegra, Citrix experts Jeremy Myers and Todd Smith, to discuss the exciting new capabilities of Citrix Virtual Delivery Agent (VDA) for macOS. Dive into how this game-changing feature enables Mac environments to be remotely accessed with the same efficiency as other platforms, perfect for developers, video professionals, and education institutions. Tune in to learn: How Citrix VDA for m...

1 year ago

31 minutes

The Citrix Session

Unlocking the Power of Citrix DaaS on Amazon Workspaces Core: Next-Gen Virtual Desktop Delivery

In this episode of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton, Andy Whiteside, and the team delve into the exciting integration between Citrix DaaS and Amazon Workspaces Core. Discover how this powerful combination simplifies virtual desktop delivery, enables the use of Microsoft 365 applications, and leverages Citrix's HDX protocol for optimized user experiences. From cost-effective deployment options to automation via Terraform, the team discusses how Citrix and AWS are better together in revolutioniz...

1 year ago

27 minutes