Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is a technology that allows users to access a virtualized desktop environment that is hosted on a centralized server. This solution meets the company's requirements because:
* Keeps data secure: All data resides on the company's servers and never leaves the secure environment, ensuring that sensitive financial information remains protected.
* No need to provide equipment: Offshore team members can use their own devices to access the virtual desktop. These devices only serve as terminals, and no data is stored locally.
* Centralized management: The company can control and monitor the virtual desktop environment, enforce security policies, and restrict access as needed.
* B. MDM (Mobile Device Management): MDM focuses on securing and managing mobile devices used to access corporate resources. While it can help secure offshore team devices, it does not prevent data from being stored locally or address the need for centralized data hosting.
* C. VPN (Virtual Private Network): A VPN provides secure remote access to the company's network but does not address the requirement to ensure data remains on company devices. Offshore team members could still download or store data locally.
* D. VPC (Virtual Private Cloud): A VPC is a private, isolated section of a public cloud where resources like servers can be hosted securely. While it can be part of a solution, it does not directly provide the virtual desktop functionality required to meet the company's needs.
Why not the other options?Conclusion:VDI is the most appropriate technology for this scenario because it ensures data security by keeping it on company-controlled devices while allowing offshore teams to use their own equipment to access the environment.