The Citrix Session

In Episode 182 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and Citrix’s Todd Smith dive into the expanded capabilities of XenServer 8.4, Citrix’s enterprise-grade hypervisor. No longer just for Citrix workloads, XenServer is now fully supported for all workloads under both Citrix Platform Licensing and UHMC—making it a strong contender for organizations exploring alternatives to VMware and Hyper-V.

💡 In This Episode:

• Why Citrix is extending XenServer support to general-purpose workloads
• What’s new in XenServer 8.4: high performance, built-in HA, live migration, and automation
• The power of streaming and rapid provisioning with minimal hardware
• Simplicity of XenCenter and robust APIs for modern management
• Real-world tips for migrating from VMware using the built-in Conversion Manager
• Hardware compatibility resources and insights for planning ahead
• What to expect from the upcoming XenServer 9

🎧 Listen in to learn why XenServer’s evolution matters—and how it can help you optimize your infrastructure for flexibility, performance, and cost-efficiency.

In Episode 181 of The Citrix Session, hosts Bill Sutton and Todd Smith dive into the key takeaways from the blog “What’s New and Next with Citrix: Q&A from our May 2025 Webinar.” From release cadence updates and licensing clarity to enhanced integration with Windows 365 and Nutanix, this episode is packed with forward-looking insights for Citrix admins and tech leaders.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• Why Citrix is moving to annual LTSR releases
• How UHMC licensing simplifies multi-cloud deployment
• The difference between the Secure Browser and Enterprise Browser
• How Citrix is integrating with Chrome Enterprise Premium, Unicon, and Elux
• Upcoming SSO and identity access changes using Entra ID
• PVS + Nutanix integrations and what’s coming in Web Studio
• What Citrix is doing to enable zero-trust browser access and secure SaaS use
• Real-world endpoint strategies including BYOD, thin clients, and USB redirection

Whether you’re catching up during your commute or tuning in to stay ahead of the curve, this episode offers a deep but approachable breakdown of what’s shaping the future of Citrix.

Managing virtual desktops doesn’t have to be hard. In Episode 180 of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton is joined by Citrix’s Todd Smith and Geremy Meyers—and special guest Phil Sellers from XenTegra—to break down the latest innovations from the Citrix + Nutanix partnership.

What’s New & Why It Matters:

• One Integration Point: Citrix now supports Prism Central, giving you seamless access to multiple Nutanix clusters—on-prem or in the cloud
• Hybrid Cloud Ready: Simplify and scale across data centers and hyperscalers with Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2)
• Image Management at Scale: Clone and replicate Citrix golden images across clusters effortlessly
• NetScaler VPX Now on AHV: Official support eliminates hardware and hypervisor lock-in
• Faster, Simpler Admin Experience: Unified visibility, better resiliency, and zero image refactoring

Bottom Line:
Citrix and Nutanix just made managing and scaling VDI a whole lot easier—and more cost-effective.

 🎙️ Hosted by: Bill Sutton, XenTegra
 👥 Guests: Todd Smith & Geremy Meyers (Citrix), Phil Sellers (XenTegra)

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As hardware costs climb and Windows 11 migration looms, IT leaders face a tough choice: upgrade or optimize. In Episode 179 of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton (XenTegra) and Todd Smith (Citrix) unpack a smarter path—repurposing aging hardware with Citrix Elux and Scout.

Why Listen:

• Learn how tariffs and supply chain delays are impacting endpoint strategies
• Discover how Citrix Elux enables secure, seamless access to Windows 11 on old devices
• Understand how Citrix's Scout tool simplifies endpoint management
• Explore flexible deployment options, including boot-to-VDI and Imprivata tap-and-go
• Hear how NetScaler and Win365 fit into a hybrid IT model—no rip and replace required

Key Takeaway:
You don’t need new hardware to modernize your workspace. Citrix’s built-in solutions help you do more with what you already have.

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📅 Recorded: June 5, 2025
🎙️ Hosted by: Bill Sutton, Director of Modern Workspaces, XenTegra
👥 Guest: Todd Smith, Citrix

In Episode 178, the Citrix Session team dives into the latest on-premises release—Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2503. Join Bill Sutton, Geremy Meyers, and Todd Smith as they break down the top new features, including auto-scale insights, a redesigned Web Studio, enhanced storage load balancing, dynamic display rendering with Build-to-Lossless, and expanded integration of UberAgent with Director. Whether you're an admin optimizing cloud costs or an IT leader tracking app usage, this update brings serious power to your Citrix toolkit.

In this episode of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Todd Smith, recently promoted Senior Manager for Account Technology Strategists (ATS) in the public sector at Citrix. Together, they dive into a pivotal blog article released at Citrix UNITE in New Orleans—“Citrix and NVIDIA Partner to Deliver AI Virtual Workstations.”

What’s Inside:

• What the ATS role really means—and why it matters more than ever
• How Citrix is evolving to support AI workloads using NVIDIA RTX virtual workstations
• The security, scalability, and flexibility of Citrix’s new AI integration
• Why protecting your data from public LLMs is now mission-critical
• Real-world AI use cases in enablement, call centers, and endpoint acceleration

Whether you’re a Citrix veteran or just exploring virtual desktops for AI development, this episode unpacks how Citrix is helping organizations innovate securely and efficiently—with existing infrastructure, enhanced GPU value, and powerful NVIDIA partnerships.

Key takeaway: AI isn’t just for “the nerds in the back room” anymore. Citrix is making it accessible, secure, and scalable—right at the edge of innovation.

In episode 176 of The Citrix Session, host Andy Whiteside, along with guest Geremy Meyers, dives into the transformative integration of Chrome Enterprise Premium into the Citrix platform. This episode explores how Citrix is enhancing browser management and security for enterprise environments, making it easier than ever for businesses to handle web and SaaS applications securely. Geremy, who oversees account technology specialists in the US, shares insights on the strategic partnership between Citrix and Google and the significant benefits it brings, such as improved malware detection, data loss prevention, and policy control within the Chrome browser. Tune in to learn how Citrix's latest move with Google can streamline operations and bolster security for companies leveraging Chrome Enterprise.

Join hosts Bill Sutton, Todd Smith, and Geremy Meyers for episode 175 of the Citrix Session Podcast as they dive into the critical aspects of upgrading to XenServer 8. In this episode, they discuss the impending end-of-life status of Citrix Hypervisor 8.2 cu1, scheduled for June 25th, 2025, highlighting the necessity for users to transition to the newer XenServer 8. The team outlines the enhanced features, including support for Windows 11 with VTPM, integrated PvS accelerator, added support for Nagios and SNMP, and the revolutionary Xen Conversion Manager which eases VM conversions. They also navigate through operational tips, such as leveraging a content delivery network for updates and the benefits of infrastructure as code with Terraform support. Whether you’re planning a migration or looking to optimize your Citrix workloads, this episode offers invaluable insights into making the most of XenServer 8's capabilities.

In this episode of the Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and a panel of experts, including Andy Whiteside, Geremy Meyers, and Todd Smith, delve into the latest enhancements Citrix has made to improve both security and operational efficiency. They discuss the new feature, Session Remote Start, which enables faster logons and boosts productivity by allowing physical security measures like badge scans to initiate and prepare Citrix sessions even before the user reaches their desk.

The team explores how this integration not only speeds up the login process but also aligns with Citrix’s commitment to enhancing the user experience and administrative visibility. They cover technical aspects, potential use cases, and the implications of API-driven session management for various industries, especially those with high-security needs like healthcare and public sectors.

Tune in to learn how Citrix continues to innovate by merging physical security with digital access, aiming to transform how we approach workspace efficiency and user satisfaction.

Join us in episode 173 of the Citrix Session where host Bill Sutton, Director of Modern Workspace at XenTegra, and guest Geremy Meyers, ATS Director at Citrix, delve into Citrix’s latest strategic move—the acquisition of Unicon. In this episode, they explore how this acquisition integrates with Citrix’s current offerings, particularly focusing on Unicon's thin client operating system and cloud-based management stack. Discover the implications for enhanced security and management in VDI environments and how this aligns with Citrix’s goal to simplify access to both cloud and SAS-based apps. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a professional navigating the Citrix ecosystem, this discussion will provide you with valuable insights into the future of workspace technology.