3.3Deployment & Updates

Purpose: Keep all systems and applications up-to-date, stable, and ready for use.

🔹 Actions:

Deploy Applications:

• Push essential software (e.g., MS Office, browsers, security tools) to virtual desktops
  
  
• Schedule deployments during non-peak hours to minimize disruption

Automate Patch Management:

• Set rules for OS and third-party software updates
  
  
• Test patches in a pilot group before broad deployment

Maintain Version Control:

• Create and label snapshots of desktop images before major changes
  
  
• Roll back to a stable version in case of deployment failure

Schedule Maintenance Windows:

• Inform users in advance through email or notification banners
  
  
• Use maintenance windows for updates, system checks, or cleanups

Audit Update Logs:

• Verify successful application of patches and software updates
  
  
• Investigate skipped or failed updates for quick resolution

💡 Tips:

• Use update rings: Test → Pilot → Production for safer rollout
  
  
• Keep at least two backup desktop images in rotation at all times