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Did you know that AWS is offering special funding if you want to move VMware workloads to AWS Cloud Native architectures? They are offering substantial offsets for VMware workloads and also have many other programs for other types. Contact one of our experts for more information!
VMware's acquisition: What does it mean for you?
The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has several implications for customers. Firstly, it's anticipated that Broadcom will align operations with its own financial model, focusing on its core customers. This could lead to price increases and support challenges, particularly for midsize and smaller customers. This has led to concerns about potential cost increases and control implications for customers who rely heavily on VMware technology.
Broadcom's acquisition has also led to concerns about the future direction of VMware, with fears of reduced investment in research and development, potentially slowing the pace of innovation. There are also concerns about the post-acquisition support experience, with fears of layoffs, longer resolution times, less qualified support engineers and higher costs.
There are concerns about the relationship between enterprise organizations and their pre-acquisition VMware sales and support teams. Many VMware employees were laid off following the acquisition, and with the end of the VMware partner programs, many partners are unsure how to transact VMware business.
In light of these changes, Gartner recommends customers take actions such as performing a baseline inventory of existing VMware products, seeking written commitments from VMware for technical enhancements, negotiating exit clauses in new multiyear contracts, and identifying alternative solutions and migration activities.
Transitioning to a subscription-based model can lead to substantial financial implications for customers, with cost increases potentially ranging from 20% to a staggering 400%. This monetary effect has a direct impact on their net income and necessitates a reevaluation of budget allocation, particularly in relation to IT expenditures.
Customers who hold existing contracts demonstrate diverse levels of adaptability during the transition process. By gaining comprehensive insights into the options embedded within their ongoing contracts, they are empowered to make well-informed decisions that optimize advantages and mitigate costs.
The shift towards a subscription-based model calls for changes in operational workflows and the management of infrastructure. It's imperative for clients to grasp how these shifts will affect their day-to-day operations, and they should strategize accordingly to ensure continued efficiency.
The transition to a subscription-based model necessitates strategic foresight in terms of IT infrastructure planning. It's crucial for customers to thoroughly assess the long-term impacts and opportunities this shift presents to ensure technology investments align with overarching organizational goals.
By refining their VMware licensing and exploring potential cloud integration strategies, customers can optimize the return on their IT investments. This includes the adoption of cloud-native solutions with AWS, which enhances flexibility, scalability and overall performance.
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