As organizations shifted from traditional PC desktops to virtualized solutions, IT administrators hosted and provided access of applications and desktops from an on-premises data center. This proved to be more efficient than traditional PC environments because IT admins were able to centrally manage desktop and app delivery, however, there were still aspects that needed to be streamlined and made more efficient. Now, with the increased availability of public clouds, businesses can harness the power of cloud services to simplify the management of their existing deployments. They can also unlock additional benefits, ease administrative burdens, and enhance end-user experiences, and create a more agile, secure IT environment. In this paper we will assess the benefits of transitioning to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops cloud services over a traditional, fully onpremises deployment. We will also examine how it can fit within an organization’s overall corporate strategy, help prepare for today’s business demands, and those in the future.