
Case Study
Powering Digital Learning with Scalable VDI Infrastructure

Sector: Regional Higher Education Institution HBCU (Historically Black College or University)

Region: Mid-Atlantic

Focus: Infrastructure Modernization & Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
The Challenge
A public research university sought to modernize its IT environment to better support remote learning, on-campus computing, and disaster recovery. Their existing infrastructure lacked the scalability and performance needed for a growing student body and new distance-learning programs. The university needed to deliver consistent access to applications for thousands of users — including both standard users and those requiring high-performance graphics — across any device and location.
The ATS Solution
ATS delivered a full-stack VDI and infrastructure modernization program designed around growth, resiliency, and student accessibility. Working closely with the university and key partners, ATS:
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Designed a future-ready infrastructure architecture using Dell VxRail, VMware Horizon, and NVIDIA GRID.
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Built a dual-site datacenter approach to support both production workloads and disaster recovery.
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Deployed over 30 high-performance nodes and multi-tier storage to support up to 2,800 VDI users.
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Integrated graphic-intensive virtual desktops for up to 500 users using NVIDIA vGPU technology.
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Provided project management from requirements gathering through implementation, coordinating all technical partners.
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Adapted to evolving scope needs — including changes in disaster recovery site location and infrastructure rack compatibility.
The Results
ATS successfully delivered on the university’s modernization and resiliency goals:
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✅ 100% Schedule Adherence – Delivered prior to Fall 2024 despite internal power and network modernization delays.
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✅ Seamless DR Integration – DR site implementation aligned with university system requirements.
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✅ Flexible, Scalable Platform – Supports academic computing, remote instruction, and future IT service expansion.
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✅ Client Satisfaction – University leadership rated the engagement 100% across project success factors.
Why ATS?
As a woman-owned small business and Mid-Atlantic-based IT provider, ATS excels at delivering large-scale solutions with close-knit, responsive service. For this project, our team:
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Maintained clear communication with multiple vendors and internal university teams.
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Adjusted deployment plans on short notice to align with shifting power and rack infrastructure availability.
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Delivered a flexible solution that met both current and future technology goals — from the classroom to the cloud.
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