Citrix LTSR 2607: What It Means and How to Prepare
Learn what Citrix LTSR 2607 changes for sign-on, Microsoft Teams and Windows endpoints, plus the steps to take before upgrading.
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NetScaler 13.1 goes End of Maintenance
NetScaler 13.1 reaches End of Maintenance on 15 September 2026. Learn what this means, the risks and how Enterprise Solutions can help.
Citrix Acquires Numecent: What It Means for Users
Citrix’s acquisition of Numecent brings Cloudpaging and Cloudpager into its ecosystem, simplifying app delivery, management and recovery.
Stop Chasing Ghosts: How to Find the Real Cause of Remote Work Lag
When a remote employee says, “Everything is slow,” the helpdesk is handed a symptom, not a diagnosis. For IT leaders, effective remote work performance monitoring begins with finding where that slowdown actually lives. The employee may experience a frozen application, delayed keystrokes or a poor video call. But the cause could sit anywhere in the digital delivery chain:
Beyond VMware: Why IT Leaders Are Evaluating XenServer 9
See how XenServer 9 can replace VMware, reduce virtualisation cost and complexity, and enable a controlled, low-risk migration.
Copilot Models are no longer just in Microsoft 365 Chat
Copilot models are no longer confined to Microsoft 365 Chat. Learn where they can now be used, what it means for organisations, and how to unlock their full potential.
How Citrix Experience Insights Transforms Digital Experience Monitoring
Read how Citrix Experience Insights transforms digital experience monitoring with endpoint visibility, real-time analytics & actionable insights for IT teams.
Rising Hardware Costs: How Can you Extend Device Lifecycles and Reduce IT Spending
Learn how Citrix, IGEL and Unicon help extend device lifecycles, reduce IT spend, improve security and support sustainability goals.
Citrix TLS 1.3 is Coming to Gateway Service: Verify Your VDA Now!
Citrix will enable Citrix TLS 1.3 for Citrix Gateway Service by Q3 2026. Learn which Citrix VDA versions are affected, how to avoid application launch failures, and the steps you should take now.
Unlocking the Hidden Power of Citrix Session Recording
Citrix Session Recording feature is unused and underappreciated. Read how Citrix Session Recording can add an additional layer of governance for privileged users, and for security incident response.
Breakglass accounts – when was the last time you tested them?
Have you tested your breakglass accounts recently? Learn why Microsoft Entra emergency access accounts must be regularly tested to avoid admin lockout, MFA issues, and Conditional Access misconfigurations.
From Risk to Resilience: Using Microsoft Secure Score to Protect Your Organisation
Improve your organisation’s cybersecurity posture with Microsoft Secure Score. Learn how to identify risks, prevent identity-based attacks, and strengthen Microsoft 365 security with practical, actionable insights.
Citrix Platform Flex: Secure Access Built Around How People Really Work
Citrix Platform Flex introduces a persona‑driven approach to secure access, helping organisations align security, performance and cost to how people really work in the modern enterprise.
NetScaler Security Design Flaws (Pt2): When Credentials Become the Attack Vector
Credential based attacks are reshaping NetScaler security. Learn why identity design, SAML, and modern authentication are critical to protecting access layers.
When Windows Updates Break Citrix VDIs: Reduce Risk
Bad Windows Updates Break Citrix VDIs fast. Learn phased patching, CVAD image testing, and safe rollback steps.
ControlUp for Desktops – Real-time Monitoring for Physical, Virtual and Cloud Devices
ControlUp for Desktops delivers real-time monitoring, AI-driven analytics and automated remediation across physical, virtual and cloud endpoints.
Maester: Continuous Security Testing for M365
Explore Maester, a free open‑source PowerShell security testing tool for Microsoft 365, learn how to assess, monitor & improve your tenant’s security posture
NetScaler Security Design Flaws – Hidden Risks Lurking in Your Architecture
Strengthen your Citrix NetScaler security by uncovering hidden architectural risks, common design flaws & gaps that leave environments exposed.
Citrix Secure Private Access Now Included with UHMC at No Extra Cost
Citrix Secure Private Access is now included in Citrix UHMC. Learn how this adds value, strengthens security and how Enterprise Solutions can help
Microsoft 365 Apps and Teams End of Support on Windows Server 2022: What You Need to Know Before Oct
Microsoft 365 Apps and Teams support on Windows Server 2022 ends on 13 October 2026. Learn what it means, the risks, and your migration options.
Unicon and Citrix: Completing the Digital Workspace Strategy
Learn how Citrix’s acquisition of Unicon strengthens endpoint security, reduces costs, and enhances your Citrix UHMC digital workspace strategy.
Microsoft’s Zero Trust Assessment Tool
Microsoft’s Zero Trust Assessment Tool is a quick and easy way to see how far along you are on your Zero Trust journey.
Citrix Licensing Change Coming – License Activation Service (LAS)
Citrix License Activation Service is coming, what are they? why It is mandatory? and how do I prepare before the deadline in April 2026? Read more in this blog
Citrix Aidrien – Citrixs AI-Powered Intelligence for Modern IT Operations
Citrix Aidrien is an AI-powered in-product assistant that lives inside Citrix Cloud, available through the main console, Read more about its power in this blog
Stay on Top of Updating Citrix Workspace App
Consistent updating Citrix Workspace App is critical for maintaining a secure, efficient, and future-ready IT environment. By staying current, IT teams also unlock new features and enhancements that improve user experience and productivity.
NetScaler Perpetual Licence Changes
Citrix has started to introduce significant changes to NetScaler perpetual licence and firmware requirements that impacts how organisations manage upgrades
Reminder: Migrate Your Entra Authentication Methods Before September 30th, 2025
Microsoft is retiring the legacy Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) policies in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) on September 30th, 2025. After this date, all authentication method management must be handled through the unified Authentication Methods policy in the new Entra portal. What’s Changing? Key changes include: What Happens If
Copilot Chat vs M365 Copilot
This article explores these differences, why you should use one over the other, how IT administrators can deploy or remove them with Intune and why organisations should prioritise M365 Copilot Chat app.
The Developer Workspace Reinvented: A Technical Look at Citrix Secure Developer Space
Citrix Secure Developer Space gives developers secure, ready-to-use coding environments in seconds, without the delays and complexity of traditional setups.
Citrix LTSR 2507 is now here
As part of Citrix’s ongoing commitment to performance optimisation, the company has recently released its latest update: LTSR 2507
Optimise Your Technology Investment with Citrix Training
Citrix training ensures professionals not only understand the platform’s capabilities but can also deploy, manage, and troubleshoot it effectively.
Enterprise Solutions Announced as Citrix Preferred Services Partner
Enterprise Solutions, a premier provider of End User Computing (EUC) solutions and services, is excited to announce Citrix has awarded them with the prestigious ‘Citrix Preferred Services Partner” accreditation. Citrix Preferred Services Partner This status is awarded is extended to strategic Platinum Partners who have demonstrated exceptional consulting and IT capabilities specialised in Citrix technologies. This
Citrix DaaS with Nutanix: Two Ways to Connect — Prism Central vs Prism Element
Citrix DaaS helps organisations deliver virtual desktops and apps securely from anywhere. Nutanix provides a powerful hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) platform to run these workloads. Many organisations combine theses powerful tools to deliver secure, high-performance virtual desktops and apps on a scalable and resilient infrastructure, simplifying management that will also enhance user experience. To connect Citrix
Azure Networking Changes: What IT Managers Need to Know
Microsoft is rolling out a major Azure Networking Changes that will reshape how VMs connect to the internet. Starting September 30, 2025, newly created Azure VMs will no longer receive default outbound internet access. This marks a significant departure from a long-standing Azure behaviour and signals a deeper commitment to Zero Trust security principles. What is the Azure
PowerShell Scripting Using AI: A Brilliant Way to Automate
PowerShell is a trusted tool for managing systems, automating tasks, and streamlining workflows. But is PowerShell Scripting with AI possible?
New features to Citrix DaaS Monitor
Citrix continues to evolve its cloud services with a strong focus on visibility, performance, and user experience. As part of their ongoing enhancements, two new features in the Citrix DaaS Monitor dashboard, 1. total connected Users and 2. the addition of Citrix Workspace app versions found in your environment. What is Citrix DaaS Monitor Citrix
AppCURE V5 launched
appCURE, a leader in application transformation and modernisation, today announced the official release of appCURE STUDIO V5, simplifying the migration & transformation of Windows Applications and delivery to Modern Desktop and Cloud Environments. appCURE V5 appCURE V5 delivers a massive leap forward in delivering choice back to the IT function in all business, government & service
External Tasks in Citrix WEM: A Practical Guide
Read our practical guide, that will walk you through what External Tasks are, how they differ from Scripted Tasks, and how to leverage them effectively in your Citrix WEM deployment.
Citrix VDA Registration Status Alerts
If a Citrix VDA (Citrix workload) is not in a ‘Registered’ state, then it will not accept user sessions. Put another way, if a Citrix VDA is not in a Registered state, then it is effectively offline. The registration state is a key indicator of a Citrix VDA’s health at the most fundamental level: Having unregistered
Modern Cyber Threats to Your Staff: A Daily Reality for All Businesses
As digital transformations accelerate, the risk of cyber threats to identity has grown significantly, posing a substantial challenge for IT administrators and operations managers. In recent years, it has been reported that around 40% of companies worldwide experience some form of cyber breach annually. Understanding the types of cyber threats and leveraging tools like Microsoft
The Future of Secure Access: Citrix ZTNA Unleashed
The rise of remote work, cloud adoption, and increasing cyber threats has forced companies to rethink their security approach. For IT departments, an IT security model with the philosophy of “Never Trust, Always Verify” takes centre stage – This is where Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) comes in. In 2021, Citrix, a leader in secure
Demand continues to grow for Virtual Desktops – Azure Virtual Desktop leads the way
In 2025, the digital workplace continues to evolve and grow at a significant pace – and at the heart of this transformation is the growing demand for virtual desktops. As organizations navigate the complexities of hybrid work, cloud adoption, and global collaboration, virtual desktop solutions like Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) are no longer just a convenience—they’re a
Citrix WEM: Exploring its Latest Features
Citrix Workspace Environment Management (WEM) continues to evolve, introducing powerful enhancements that optimize logon performance, streamline management, and improve overall system reliability. The latest features of Citrix WEM are aimed at delivering improved policy migration and enhanced navigation to smarter device identification and advanced logon analysis. Whether you’re an IT administrator looking to refine your
Citrix Hypervisor 8.2 Cumulative Update 1 is going End of Life
Attention! Citrix Hypervisor 8.2 Cumulative Update 1 (CU1) is going End of Life on June 25th, 2025 Citrix Xenserver is a server virtualization platform based upon the open-source Xen hypervisor. It allows IT departments to host virtual machines across a pool of hardware, Citrix Xenserver has been continually developed and upgraded since its initial release
Prepare to be NIS 2.0 compliant
On the 17th of October 2024, the European Union’s updated Network and Information Systems Directive, known as NIS 2.0, came into effect. Its aim is to bolster cybersecurity measures and resilience against cyber threats. For companies, especially those involved in public procurement tenders or are in the supply chains, understanding and achieving NIS 2.0 compliance is
deviceTRUST – taking your zero-trust strategy to the next level
User credentials get compromised. This is a fact of life. Organisations use multi-factor authentication mechanisms to try to reduce the attack surface, but even these are not always 100% effective and breaches will happen. So, we have user authentication as a factor, and we have other solutions to provide a second factor. Imagine if we could
No Extra backup needed!! – Citrix on Nutanix
Efficiency, flexibility and reliable are three focuses IT departments will always look for. One powerful combination that help in these aspects is Citrix on a Nutanix environment. Not only does this combination enhance performance, and save money, but it also simplifies backup and disaster recovery. In this blog I want to explain, what benefits you
Reasons to Deploy the NetScaler Console
IT departments are constantly seeking tools that can streamline operations, enhance security, and improve overall efficiency and one tool that has gained significant traction is the NetScaler Console. This blog post will delve into the reasons why deploying the NetScaler Console can be a game-changer for your IT department and how it can bring efficiencies
Improve Security of NetScaler Gateway with NetScaler WAF
As most people familiar with Citrix will know, NetScaler Gateway is one of the most deployed technologies when it comes to providing external access to Citrix delivered resources, such as virtual desktops and virtual applications. Additionally, NetScaler Gateway can also function as an SSL VPN. As such, the security posture of NetScaler Gateway is very
Alert: New Phishing Threat – Device Authentication Flow Phishing
Understanding the Emerging Threat and How to Stay Safe It is crucial for operations managers to stay informed about the latest threats that could compromise the integrity of their organization. One such emerging threat is known as device authentication flow phishing, a new technique that is catching many off-guard in order to get access to
Monitoring SaaS Applications: A Crucial Task for IT Departments
SaaS applications have become integral to the operations of many organizations. These applications offer numerous benefits, including cost savings, scalability, and ease of use. However, with these advantages comes additional and significant responsibilities for IT departments. One of the most critical tasks for IT departments is now monitoring SaaS applications. Failure to do so can
Load Balancers: NetScaler Vs the World
As applications dominate the world, load balancers have evolved from performing a simple task to become a critical component in application delivery. They ensure that application availability, scalability, and security are paramount for all IT departments. With the increasing complexity and distribution of applications, load balancing has become essential in ensuring seamless application delivery. Organizations
What is deviceTRUST bringing to Citrix
Understanding the Impact of Citrix’s Acquisition of deviceTRUST In December 2024, Citrix made a significant move by acquiring deviceTRUST, a company renowned for its innovative security solutions. This acquisition is a strategic step for Citrix, aimed at enhancing its zero-trust security posture and providing its users with advanced security features. But what exactly is deviceTRUST,
Enterprise Solutions accepted onto OGP framework as Citrix specialists
Enterprise Solutions is thrilled to announce its acceptance onto the Office of Government Procurement (OGP) virtualisation and associated services framework in Ireland. This significant achievement marks a milestone for the company, as it opens new opportunities to provide innovative Citrix solutions, services and subscriptions to more government and semi-state bodies across the country. Being
Prepare for the New Outlook Now
Starting in January 2025, Microsoft will automatically migrate users from the classic Outlook for Windows to the new Outlook for Windows if they are currently using Microsoft Business Premium or Microsoft Business Standard licenses. This transition aims to provide users with a more modern and efficient email experience. However, if IT administrators do not take
Achieve your IT goals with a Citrix Managed Service
Organisations use Citrix Managed Services to create ways to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and ensure seamless access to applications and data from any location, at any time. One of the key strategies to achieve these IT goals through Citrix is to leverage subject matter experts that can provide a robust and flexible platform for secure
Microsoft to update OneDrive Storage Policy: Archiving Unlicensed Accounts
Read about Microsoft’s Strategic Vision for OneDrive storage policy and how they are going to archive Unlicensed Accounts.
Man-in-the-Middle Attack
While Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring multiple forms of verification, hackers are finding ways to get around it using clever phishing attacks. These attacks often trick people into giving away their MFA codes or redirect them to fake login pages that capture their credentials. Once hackers have this information,
Leveraging Terraform with Citrix – Overcoming Challenges and Reaping Benefits
Organisations are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs, a powerful combination has emerged to address these needs is the integration of Terraform with Citrix. We want to explore why you might need these tools to work together? what Terraform is? why it stands out among other automation tools? and the
ControlUp Secure DX
Watch this video about ControlUp Secure DX module. Secure DX is all about ensuring that endpoints are patched and free from vulnerabilities by using a combination of Real-time Detection, Smart Prioritization, and Continuous Remediation.
Why Multi-Factor Authentication
Read more about Why Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is so important and why Microsoft is enforcing all users to enable their MFA
Why NetScaler is the Superior Choice: An Enterprise Solutions Perspective
Learn about the sophisticated and flexible platform architecture of NetScaler and how it can lead to considerable cost savings in our latest blog post.
Reducing IT Carbon Footprint and Minimizing E-waste with IGEL
In today’s world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a critical business imperative. Organizations across the globe are increasingly focused on sustainability, with IT sustainability becoming a significant part of their overall strategy. One of the key players in this space is IGEL, a company that offers innovative solutions to help organizations reduce
Latest Citrix LTSR Updates
Here is a short video with exciting new features and enhancements of the recently launched Citrix LTSR (Long Term Service Release) 2402.Plus, if you’re utilizing LTSR 1912, don’t miss out on his crucial insights as this version approaches its End-of-Life in December. CU1 is now available for LTSR 2402. Read More – Cumulative Update 1 (CU1)
The End of Windows 10: A New Dawn with IGEL
Read about how IGEL is the best solution to your Windows 11 challenge, with added business benefits and savings to go alongside.
Cloud Software Group and Microsoft Partnership
Read about Cloud Software Group and Microsoft eight-year strategic partnership and what benefit their customers should look forward to.
Embracing Nutanix: A Strategic Move Amidst the Broadcom-VMware Acquisition
Read how Nutanix has turned into the platform of choice for organisations after the Broadcom-VMware Acquisition
DEX – It’s not just an IT focus, but a company focus
Read about how companies worldwide and End-User Computing (EUC) experts are increasingly focusing on the importance of Digital Employee Experience (DEX)
Overcoming Healthcare IT Challenges with Citrix Products
Read this follow-up blog about a deeper deep into the specific Citrix products that can help Healthcare organizations address their IT challenges.
Shane O’Neill’s American Adventure
Last month I Embarked on an epic American adventure across the vast landscapes of the USA, I found myself swept up in a whirlwind of excitement. This adventure spanned 8 exhilarating days, involved 6 airborne escapades, 4 diverse states, and immersed me in 2 unique events. Each end of this adventure, as distinct as night and day,
The Importance of Effective End-User Computing Solutions for HealthCare: A Look at Citrix
Healthcare organisations are complex, technologically advanced institutions that rely heavily on IT. This blog will explore the importance of effective EUC solution and the IT challenges they faced
Attention! NetScaler 13.0 is going End of Life in July
NetScaler 13.0 is going End of Life in July. Read about why you should upgrade and what you should consider before upgrading.
Cloud Dancing: Navigating the IT Modernisation Waltz in Highly Regulated Industries
When it comes to cloud technology adoption, regulated industries like financial services have a particularly complex landscapes to navigate. Read about the challenges they face here:
Control Cost of Migrating and Running Apps with Hybrid Multi-Cloud
Read how hybrid cloud and hybrid multi-cloud approaches are not just trends, but necessities in today’s digital world. They offer flexibility, cost-efficiency, and robust security measures.
Achieving the Perfect Harmony of IT and Security in End User Computing
“Discover harmony between IT and security that to creates a powerful End User Computing (EUC) solution. Unlock productivity, cost savings, and compliance in the digital age.”
Workload Migration Challenges and Solutions: How to Optimize Your Application Performance and Security
Read about the gains and pains of workload migration. But moving apps can be complex and costly, with many challenges and risks involved. In this blog post, we’ll explain how Nutanix helps you overcome the challenges of migrating workloads.
Improve your Intune, with the new ControlUp Enrich
ControlUp has released a new browser plug-in called ControlUp Enrich that provides real-time user experience insights to IT admins and support teams.
Microsoft 365 Copilot: AI-Power for Your Business
Microsoft 365 Copilot is a new AI-powered service that helps you create and manage content across your organisation. With Copilot, you can generate high-quality text, images, and videos for your documents, presentations, websites, and social media posts. Learn how Copilot can help you optimise your content, and revolutionise your content creation process today!
Guarding Against BEC 3.0: Protecting Your Business in the Age of Cyber Threats and Remote Work
In today’s digital age, every business, big or small, faces the risk of cyberattacks. Learn how to safeguard your organization against the rising threat of Business Email Compromise (BEC) in our latest blog
Optimise FSLogix with ControlUp Monitoring
If you operate a virtual application or virtual desktop environment (for example Citrix or Microsoft AVD), you may be using FSLogix profile containers to help deliver an optimum user experience (such as consistently fast logon times). If you are running Microsoft Office 365 (i.e. Exchange online), Teams or OneDrive in a virtual environment, you should
Unravelling the Superiority of NetScaler over F5 Load Balancers.
NetScaler Versus F5 Load Balancers – Here is what you need to consider when deciding between NetScaler and F5. What suits your organisations.
Is it indecision? or is a hybrid multi-cloud infrastructure the best approach
Is a hybrid multi-cloud infrastructure the best approach for your organisation and what are the benefits of it.
Is a SASE or Zero Trust solution the best way to overcome IT challenges in the construction industry.
Read why a SASE or Zero Trust solution is the best way to overcome IT challenges in the construction industry.
Citrix revamp their Workspace App
Citrix have released a new look and feel to their Workspace App which is currently in public tech preview. Read our blog to find out how you can see this preview
The IT Revolution: Navigating the Top IT Challenges Facing Construction Companies
With the current housing crises needing to be addressed and the skylines in Ireland peppered with cranes, the construction industry is in the midst of a modern day “gold rush.” The race to build housing and other needed essential infrastructure is leading to operational challenges in the construction industry, and that IT is no stranger to.
Citrix will no longer support NetScaler Firmware version 12.1
On the 30th of May, Citrix will no longer support NetScaler Firmware version 12.1 when it officially finishes its support. This means that this version of Citrix ADC will no longer be supported, leaving users with the options of either upgrading or migrating to a newer version.
Legacy applications – There is always a CURE
Soft skills and technical challenges issues are some of the challenges legacy applications can put on an organisation.
Legacy Apps – If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.
Following on from a previous blog Shane O’Neill discusses why organisations take a “If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.” stance to their legacy apps.
Legacy Apps – The issues that none of us want to talk about.
Applications can also be one of the single biggest challenges that face the infrastructure owners and create very big headaches when they fall in that feared category of legacy. Lets talk about this!!
Microsoft ends its security updates for Windows 7
Microsoft has announced it will no longer provide extended security updates for Professional and Enterprise editions of Windows 7 beginning Tuesday 10th January 2023.
Hybrid cloud security with zero trust solutions.
A zero-trust security approach, anchored by Citrix Secure Private Access, provides the hybrid cloud security you need, whether your environment is in the cloud, on premises, or a mix of both.
Why out of the box deployments can cause more problems than they solve.
Why out of the box EUC deployments can cause more problems than they solve.
5 ways Citrix Workspace and Microsoft Teams enable people to do their best work
Read about 5 ways Citrix Workspace & Microsoft Teams enable people to to do their best work
Enterprise Solutions shortlisted for IT Architect award.
Enterprise Solutions have been shortlisted for the IT Architect of the year award at this years Tech Excellence Awards. The IT Architect of the year award is to honour an individual or a team responsible for an outstanding IT architecture project or a distinguished contribution to the advancement of the profession in Ireland. Our team
An Introduction to Microapps for Citrix Intelligent Workspace
The biggest benefit of microapps? Streamlined, instant access to the most popular features within their favorite apps.