Podcast Description

In Episode 189 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton, Director of Modern Workspace at XenTegra, is joined by Solutions Architects Stuart Donaldson and Randy Price for a deep dive into one of the most significant updates in modern Citrix authentication.

This episode unpacks Microsoft Entra ID Single Sign-On inside Citrix sessions and what it means for end users, admins, and the future of passwordless access. The team breaks down why FAS has become a layer of technical debt, how Entra ID SSO removes friction for users, and what prerequisites and limitations customers need to know before adopting it.

Listeners will learn:
• How Entra ID SSO eliminates duplicate authentication inside Citrix sessions
• Why Primary Refresh Token support is a major win for M365 user experience
• What environments are supported and where FAS is still required
• Operational considerations like Windows 11 requirements, VDA versions, and the impact on Auto Client Reconnect
• Known issues, performance implications, and what to expect in future iterations

If you support Citrix DAS, modern authentication, or hybrid identity environments, this episode gives you a practical, expert-level overview of what Entra ID SSO unlocks and why it matters.

Technical Details can be found at: https://docs.citrix.com/en-us/citrix-daas/install-configure/session-authentication/entra-sso.html

n episode 188 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton and solutions architect Randy Price dive into how healthcare IT leaders are simplifying clinician access and improving patient care through the power of Citrix, Unicon ELUX OS, and Imprivata integration.

They unpack how Citrix’s acquisition of Unicon delivers secure, centralized endpoint management with Scout, and how Imprivata’s “tap and go” authentication enhances speed, security, and user experience. From architecture insights to real-world use cases, this episode explores why seconds matter in healthcare and how Citrix’s end-to-end ecosystem empowers IT teams and clinicians alike.

🎧 Key Topics:

• The Unicon ELUX OS and Scout Enterprise management
• Integrating Imprivata for tap-and-go authentication
• Entitlement and cost efficiencies under Citrix Platform Licensing
• Improving clinician workflows and patient outcomes through secure, fast access

Perfect for: Healthcare IT professionals, Citrix admins, and EUC enthusiasts looking to enhance security and simplify access at the endpoint level.

In this episode of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined by Randy Price and Stuart Donaldson from XenTegra to unpack the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2507 Long-Term Service Release (LTSR). Together, they break down what’s new, what’s changed, and why it matters—from HDX enhancements and Secure HDX encryption to Device Trust, Uber Agent integration, and reduced IT overhead through unified image management.

Listeners will learn:

• What makes an LTSR different from current releases—and why Citrix is moving to an annual cadence
• How HDX Direct and Secure HDX improve user experience and security
• The power of Device Trust and passkeys for continuous endpoint validation
• How Uber Agent and Citrix Director deliver deeper insights for IT teams
• What’s next for Citrix licensing and endpoint management with Unicon ELUX

Whether you’re planning your next upgrade or just staying informed, this episode offers an expert breakdown of Citrix’s latest evolution.