Apps Anywhere: A Look at Their Solution and an Alternative for ISVs

What is Apps Anywhere?

AppsAnywhere is a software company that provides application virtualization and delivery solutions primarily for educational institutions. Their platform enables universities and colleges to streamline the deployment of software applications to students and staff, regardless of their location or device. By leveraging application virtualization technology, AppsAnywhere allows educational institutions to reduce IT management complexities and improve software accessibility.

With AppsAnywhere, students can access applications on Windows, macOS, and even mobile devices without requiring direct installations. Instead, applications are delivered on demand, often leveraging integration with solutions like Cloudpaging and Microsoft Endpoint Manager, ensuring seamless access while optimizing resources.

AppsAnywhere's Primary Use Case: Schools and Educational Institutions

AppsAnywhere is specifically designed for the academic sector, offering benefits such as:

• Centralized Application Management – IT teams can manage and deploy applications from a single platform, reducing administrative overhead.
• Improved Student Experience – Students can access the software they need from any device without complicated installations.
• Cost Optimization – By using application virtualization, institutions can optimize software licensing and reduce the need for high-end hardware.
• BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Support – AppsAnywhere enables universities to offer software access on students’ personal devices, reducing reliance on computer labs.

Due to these advantages, many universities worldwide rely on AppsAnywhere to simplify software distribution and ensure students and faculty members can use essential applications without logistical barriers.

An Alternative for ISVs: GO-Global

While AppsAnywhere is a great fit for educational institutions, independent software vendors (ISVs) looking to publish and deliver their applications to end clients may require a different solution. For ISVs, GO-Global presents a compelling alternative, offering a streamlined approach to remote application access.

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Why ISVs Should Consider GO-Global

GO-Global by GraphOn is a lightweight, high-performance remote application delivery solution designed to help ISVs publish Windows applications to users without requiring complex virtualization setups. Unlike AppsAnywhere, which primarily serves educational institutions, GO-Global is well-suited for ISVs that need to deliver software efficiently to their customers.

Key advantages of GO-Global for ISVs include:

• Cost-Effective Pricing – GO-Global offers concurrent user licensing, starting at just $4.20 per user per month, which can be significantly more affordable than other virtualization solutions.
• Seamless Application Delivery – ISVs can publish applications without requiring a full virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), reducing overhead and improving performance.
• No Need for Complex Client Installations – End users can access software through a browser or lightweight client without needing to install applications locally.
• High Performance – GO-Global minimizes bandwidth usage while delivering a native-like experience, making it ideal for ISVs serving customers across different industries.
• Cross-Platform Access – Like AppsAnywhere, GO-Global enables software access across multiple devices, including Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms.

GO-Global vs. AppsAnywhere: The Right Fit for ISVs

While AppsAnywhere is an excellent solution for universities and colleges managing large-scale application deployments, ISVs require a more tailored solution for delivering software to end users. GO-Global offers a simple, cost-effective way for ISVs to host and distribute applications without the overhead of traditional virtualization tools.

If you're an ISV looking for a scalable, easy-to-manage application publishing solution, GO-Global is a powerful alternative to consider.

Are you an ISV exploring cloud-based application delivery? Contact us to learn how GO-Global can help you streamline software access for your end users. Or download a free trial to test it yourself.

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