When the pandemic struck, Bournemouth University rapidly implemented Cisco HyperFlex to support 500 virtual desktops for remote learning and high-performance workloads. The hyperconverged infrastructure, managed via Cisco Intersight, enabled GPU-accelerated desktops for media and design students, improved data center orchestration, and provided scalable, cloud-managed flexibility. With a stretched cluster across two data centers and a user-friendly virtual environment, BU ensured business continuity and transformed VDI from a secondary tool into a vital part of its long-term IT strategy.

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