Remote Work Solution Scales Beyond Borders

As remote work has become more common across the globe, Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS), where desktop operating systems run on virtual machines in cloud servers, has emerged as a solution for businesses adapting to the new work paradigm.

Highlights

• Desktop-as-a-Service on OVHcloud Bare Metal
• Fast and seamless global scalability
• Game-changing vRack private network
• Secure backup and storage
• Exceptional support services

Client

Quebec-based V2 Cloud specializes in providing desktop-as-a-service solutions, empowering clients to establish workspaces anywhere their teams are located. Offering accessibility, file processing, and remote storage capabilities, V2 Cloud has relied on OVHcloud's services for a decade, starting with Canadian data centers, and then expanding into the U.S. and around the globe to cater to their growing client base. "We have been with OVHcloud for ten years and started with just a few servers," said Tanon Loic, Sr. Cloud Engineer and Chief Technology Officer, V2 Cloud. "As we grew over the years, we now have over 1000 servers."

Challenges

In the dynamic landscape of startups and small businesses, selecting the right cloud provider is pivotal for sustained growth. V2 Cloud faced the challenge of finding a cloud partner that offered not only technical expertise but also cost efficiency, scalability, performance, reliability, and robust security to ensure peace of mind for their customers.

Solutions Delivered

To address their scalability and flexibility needs, V2 Cloud initially leveraged OVHcloud's entry-level eco-friendly range of servers. With No vendor lock-in or ingress and egress charges, these affordable and efficient servers were perfect for V2 Cloud during their startup phase. As their client base grew, V2 Cloud seamlessly scaled its operations while also enhancing performance and reliability through OVHcloud’s INFRA line of servers and global presence.

V2 Cloud found value in vRack, OVHcloud’s private network, enabling efficient and secure private traffic routing between dedicated servers and other OVHcloud solutions. The ability to build VLANs within vRack significantly improved network security, reliability, and efficiency, setting OVHcloud apart from other providers. “The fact that we can easily and securely cross data centers and regions through a VLAN inside vRack has been a game changer for our clients,” said Loic. “With other cloud providers, it was either not possible or very complicated, so it has really helped us.”

For backup solutions, V2 Cloud securely stores virtual machine images on OVHcloud storage servers, ensuring a swift recovery process in case of disasters through seamless transfers via vRack.

OVHcloud’s account managers and technical support played a crucial role in V2 Cloud’s journey. During V2 Cloud’s early days, when they were a small team with skill gaps, OVHcloud provided access to a dedicated cloud expert who would help guide their team through challenges. Quick responses to issues, including a rapid disk replacement within an hour during a critical RAID incident, underscored the reliability of OVHcloud's support and the trust of V2 Cloud and its clients.

Results, ROI, and Future Plans

OVHcloud has become the foundation of V2 Cloud's infrastructure. "It's trust; we feel safe with OVHcloud," said Loic. "OVHcloud has been able to support us as we have grown to offer our solutions in many new locations."

Looking ahead, V2 Cloud plans to expand into more corners of the globe. "OVHcloud will continue to play an important role in offering our services to clients everywhere," said Gabriel Otero, VP of Sales, V2 Cloud. Plans include leveraging AI for enhanced customer experiences, targeting new industries, and solidifying their position as a truly global remote work solution.

As Gabriel emphasizes, "The long-term conversations we're having always involve this partnership. OVHcloud is key and will continue to be key in our growth for the foreseeable future."