Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Work from anywhere with DaaS from Summit.
Give your team remote access to their essential files and applications within a secure, virtualized desktop environment.
Go Remote TodayA Full Desktop Experience. Any Device, Anywhere.
Summit DaaS delivers your applications and desktop environment through the cloud — securely, reliably, and on any device your team already owns.
Use the Devices You Have. Choose the Devices You Want.
Summit DaaS delivers a full, high-performance desktop from our infrastructure — so the device your team uses to access it almost doesn’t matter. iPads, iPhones, Android tablets, Chromebooks, that Windows 10 machine no one’s replaced yet. If it has a browser, it works.
That means organizations can stop cycling through expensive hardware refreshes. Buy inexpensive thin clients. Extend the life of existing endpoints. Your users get an enterprise-grade desktop experience — powered entirely by Summit’s servers, not whatever’s sitting on their desk.
Runs on all of these
If it has a browser or an RDP client, it works.
Shared or Dedicated — Your Call
Two models, one platform. Choose based on how your team works.
Standardized Teams
All users share the same apps on a dedicated Summit server. Simple to manage, cost-effective, and ideal for teams where everyone needs the same environment.
Power Users & Enterprise
Each user gets their own dedicated virtual machine — full control, custom app sets, and high-performance compute. Built for complex workloads and enterprise IT requirements.
Optional full management add-on: For an additional $25/month, Summit handles your server, backups, recoveries, updates, patches, and security — so your IT team doesn’t have to.
What Changes When Desktops Live in the Cloud
DaaS isn’t just a remote work solution — it’s an IT operations upgrade.
Enterprise-Grade Security, Standard
EV SSL encryption, MFA, VPN access, and micro-segmentation are included by default. Data stays centralized on our servers — not sitting on a device that could walk out the door.
Reduced IT Overhead
No more managing physical desktops, rolling out hardware upgrades, or dispatching IT to patch machines. Updates and maintenance happen centrally, automatically.
Faster Onboarding
Deploy a fully configured desktop for a new hire, contractor, or seasonal employee in minutes — not days. No hardware to order. No setup to schedule.
True Business Continuity
When a device breaks, gets stolen, or a building closes, your team keeps working. The desktop lives in the cloud — recovery is a login, not a repair ticket.
Predictable, Scalable Cost
Add or remove users as your headcount changes. Subscription pricing replaces unpredictable hardware cycles, and you avoid the capital outlay of buying new machines.
Compliance Built In
Summit’s data centers carry SOC 2, SSAE 18, HIPAA, and GDPR certifications. Your virtual desktop environment inherits that compliance posture from day one.
If It’s an App, We Can Host It
Summit DaaS runs virtually any software. We verify compatibility during onboarding — no surprises on go-live day.
Don’t see your application? Ask us about it
Summit DaaS vs. The Alternatives
Not all virtual desktops are managed the same way. Here’s how we stack up.
| Capability | AWS Workspaces | Azure Virtual Desktop | XTIUM | Summit DaaS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Support hours | Ticket-based | Ticket-based | 24/7 | 24/7 live support |
| Uptime SLA | 99.9% | 99.9% | 99.99% | 99.99% |
| Dedicated servers | Shared infrastructure | Shared infrastructure | Varies | Fully dedicated |
| Customizable environments | Limited | Moderate | Yes | Fully tailored |
| Pricing model | Variable (egress fees) | Variable (consumption) | Subscription | Predictable monthly |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Scroll the table sideways to compare all four.
Security Isn’t an Add-On Here. It’s the Default.
Every Summit DaaS deployment ships with enterprise-grade protections built in. And for teams that need more, Summit Secure Workspace adds a fully managed security layer — ransomware, malware, and breach protection managed by Summit’s team.
Summit Secure Workspace
Optional managed security upgrade that adds active ransomware, malware, and breach protection — monitored and managed by Summit’s security team. Your data stays protected even if an endpoint is compromised.
Ask about Secure WorkspaceSummit has extremely fast response times both for us and also for our clients who also call into support. Summit’s customer service and technical support continues to be unparalleled by any other cloud provider. I have no complaints.
Common Questions
What teams ask before getting started with Summit DaaS.
Any device with a browser or RDP client — Windows PCs, Macs, iPads, iPhones, Android phones and tablets, Chromebooks, and thin clients all work. The performance lives on Summit’s servers, not on the device, so even older or inexpensive hardware delivers a responsive experience.
Shared Desktop puts multiple users on the same dedicated Summit server — everyone gets the same app environment, and resources are shared. It starts at $70/user/month and works well for standardized teams. Dedicated Desktop gives each user their own virtual machine with custom apps and dedicated compute — better for power users or varied workloads, priced based on infrastructure requirements.
In most cases, yes. Summit verifies compatibility with your software during onboarding and testing before you go live. If there are any issues, we flag them early and work with you on a solution. The only applications we can’t support are those requiring remote standalone app delivery outside of a desktop environment.
Our migration specialists handle the transition with minimal disruption to your operations. We work through setup, testing, and cutover with your team — and we’re available throughout to support both IT staff and end users during the transition.
Summit’s infrastructure is built with redundancy to prevent downtime. Our 99.99% uptime SLA is backed contractually — if we fall short, we make it right. Our 24/7 support team responds immediately when issues arise.
Ready to Go Remote?
Tell us about your team and we’ll put together a quote — usually within minutes.