In this session we will explore Windows Vista features and Microsoft applications that make it easier to manage Windows Vista desktop clients efficiently in any organization. We will focus on feature capabilities in Vista that are built into the operating system and technologies that can be used in IT infrastructures to manage Vista desktop clients. We will cover features such as Group Policy, Task Scheduler, and Windows Remote Management (WINRM) to effectively automate and manage Windows Vista desktop clients. Then we will explore Microsoft technologies such as Windows Powershell and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack to reduce complexity and automate management tasks. We will also explore Microsoft Management applications that help midsize and large organizations proactively monitor and manage Vista clients. We will cover System Center Essentials, System Center Operations Manager, and Windows Server Update Services that help IT professionals resolve system problems and improve productivity across their IT infrastructure.