Desktop virtualization is one way IT leaders securely deliver applications to the wide array of devices that mobile workers use on the job. Because apps don’t execute on the client devices, there is less worry that corporate data will be compromised. Virtualization also creates a consistent experience across different device types without having to rewrite apps for each platform—a big savings for IT development and support efforts. By transmitting images instead of applications, IT can also extend the life of older equipment and get more out of newer, lower-cost hardware.