What’s new
What’s new in 2603
Tip:
You can download the latest Workspace Environment Management installer from the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops downloads page https://www.citrix.com/downloads/citrix-virtual-apps-and-desktops/. On that page, access the installer under Components of the latest version of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
This release includes the following new features and addresses issues to improve the user experience:
Run scripted tasks as a logged-on user
You can now run scripted tasks on demand directly in a logged-on user’s session. By specifying a user name or session ID, you can trigger tasks to run with that user’s permissions. This feature enables seamless interaction with user-specific actions and environments in real-time. For more information about how to enable this feature, see Add a custom script.
Create multiple scripted tasks from a single script
You can now use a single script to create multiple scripted tasks. This feature reduces duplicate tasks, speeds rollout, and lowers maintenance effort and error risk. Faster navigation from task definitions to settings further streamlines management and improves admin productivity across environments. For more information, see Scripted Tasks.
Microsoft User State Virtualization (USV) settings
You can now configure Microsoft User State Virtualization (USV) settings directly through the web console. For more information, see Microsoft User State Virtualization (USV) settings.
Add local Citrix applications to Citrix Environment Tool Hub
You can now automatically add local Citrix-related applications to Citrix Environment Tool Hub for quick access. This enhancement streamlines application discovery and availability, making it easier to launch and manage Citrix applications from a single location. For more information, see Add local applications for quick access.
Migration Tool for Ivanti Workspace Control
You can now use a new tool in Citrix Environment Tool Hub to migrate configurations from Ivanti Workspace Control to Citrix Workspace Environment Management. This migration tool reduces manual effort and helps your organization transition smoothly with minimal disruption. After migration, you can manage user environments through WEM’s modern, centralized platform for improved flexibility and scalability.
For more information, see Migration Tool for Ivanti Workspace Control.
VHD Expansion Tool
You can now seamlessly scale user profile storage with the new VHD Expansion Tool in Citrix Environment Tool Hub. This tool provides a guided workflow with path selection and one-click expansion, reducing the need for manual resizing steps. For more information, see VHD Expansion Tool.
Enhancement to Group Policy Migration Tool
We’ve enhanced Group Policy Migration Tool to include support for migrating Windows shortcut management policies to Workspace Environment Management (WEM). This update makes policy migration more straightforward and boosts administrative efficiency during configuration transitions. For more information, see Group Policy Migration Tool.
Pre-migration permission validation for profile migration
Profile Migration Tool now validates user store permissions before migration starts. This pre-migration check helps ensure successful migrations by identifying and remediating permission issues early, reducing setup errors, and failures. For more information, see Profile Migration Tool.
Support for LDAPS communication with Active Directory
You can now secure communication between WEM and Active Directory using LDAPS. This feature ensures encrypted directory traffic, helps meet enterprise security and compliance requirements, and reduces exposure in regulated environments. For more information about how to enable LDAPS communication, see Install and configure Infrastructure services, Install and configure Administration console, and Manage Active Directory objects.
LAS enforcement
You can now activate WEM using the License Activation Service (LAS) from the on-premises WEM web console. LAS is a cloud-based alternative to legacy Citrix licensing that simplifies license management. For more information, see Licensing.
Profile Management
Workspace Environment Management™ now supports all supported versions of Profile Management through 2603:
- Enable multi-session support for machine hibernation. If enabled, VHDX disks used by a hibernated session are not reassigned to other sessions. This behavior allows the user profile to be resumed after the machine recovers from hibernation, ensuring session continuity.
The feature is available under each configuration set in Profiles > Profile Management Settings > Advanced settings > VHD settings. For more information, see Citrix Profile Management Settings.