You could have SAP in the image or preexisting VMs could be in a stopped state, then this resumes and runs your automation. It's also possible to write in a preflight check to look for the SAP client, then provision the app(s) needed if not, then run the automation you want.

Yes, you can use Power Automate Desktop with local or other cloud VMs. The scaling logic though in the starter kit shown is specific to Azure Virtual Desktop.

enhancement in simplicity? you expect microsoft to make it simple for you instead of learning it, ouch

We walk through the process in the second half of this episode.