Virtualization Platforms

Rethinking virtualization strategies? Work with our experts.

What are virtualization platforms?

A virtualization platform is a software solution that enables the creation of virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical server. These VMs act as independent environments, running their own operating systems and applications. By partitioning a single server into multiple virtual servers, businesses can achieve greater efficiency and flexibility in managing their IT infrastructure.

Increased flexibility and scalability

VMs can be set up and configured in a matter of minutes, allowing businesses to quickly adapt to changing needs.

Cost savings

Running multiple VMs on a single physical machine maximizes resource utilization and reduces the need for additional hardware.

Improved system performance and user productivity

Isolating applications and operating systems within different VMs can prevent system crashes and increase stability.

Enhanced business continuity and disaster recovery

Virtualization platforms can streamline backups and rapid deployment of entire VMs, minimizing downtime.

Key virtualization platform partners

Our expertise covers leading on-premises hypervisor platforms, including VMware Cloud Foundation, Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure, Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform Virtualization and Microsoft Hyper-V.

De-risk your virtualization strategy decisions

We've interviewed over 100 enterprise organizations and ecosystem partners regarding the immediate and long-term effects of VMware's acquisition by Broadcom. From this, we've identified common industry trends.

Our experts can help assess your current virtualization strategy, providing the insights you need to make informed decisions about staying the course or exploring virtualization alternative options.

Server Infrastructure

Virtualization Strategy Briefing

The combination of vendor turmoil and a renewed focus on private clouds is causing many organizations to rethink their short-term and long-term virtualization strategies. The disruption in this space is accompanied by speculation and uncertainty for customers, making it difficult to understand how to adjust their existing plans. All of this comes at a time when cost control and impending AI projects are highlighting the importance of private clouds more than ever before.

Briefing

• 1 hr

Server Infrastructure

Private Cloud Ideation Workshop

The Private Cloud Ideation Workshop is designed to guide IT professionals through the complexities of migrating between on-premises hypervisor platforms such as Hyper-V, Nutanix, OpenShift Virtualization, VMware and others. This comprehensive workshop equips participants with the essential knowledge to assess their current infrastructure, plan strategically for migration and execute the transition with minimal disruption. Core migration principles applicable across hypervisors are covered and dive deep into strategies to ensure participants can make informed decisions tailored to their unique environments.

Workshop

• 8 hrs

Hybrid Cloud Platforms

Introduction to OpenShift Virtualization for the VMware SME

Dive into the transformative world of OpenShift Virtualization as we highlight its pivotal role in the shift from traditional VMware-based infrastructures to modern, Kubernetes-driven environments. At the heart of this discussion is KubeVirt, an innovative extension for Kubernetes that enables the seamless management of virtual machines alongside container workloads. Through an explorative journey, we aim to unravel the complexities of KubeVirt, providing clarity on its origins, development and role in bridging legacy applications with cloud-native paradigms.

Briefing

• 2 hrs

Webinar: Reassessing Virtualization Strategy Amidst Industry Consolidation | Research

Join WWT principal solutions architects James Harless and Jeff Mercier as they talk about how organizations should be thinking about their virtualization strategies amidst the uncertainty. James and Jeff discuss how we wound up in this situation to begin with, strategies for moving forward and how to think about the paradigm shift in managing your infrastructure moving forward.

Data Center

Reassessing Virtualization Strategy Amidst Industry Consolidation | Research

Mergers and consolidation in the IT ecosystem has technology leaders reassessing strategies and nowhere is that more apparent than in the virtualization space, prompted by Broadcom's $69 billion acquisition of VMware toward the end of 2023. Should you stay or should you go? The answer isn't simply black and white. Join WWT principal solutions architects James Harless and Jeff Mercier as they talk about how organizations should be thinking about their virtualization strategies amidst the uncertainty. James and Jeff discuss how we wound up in this situation to begin with, strategies for moving forward and how to think about the paradigm shift in managing your infrastructure moving forward.

Webinar

• Mar 13, 2024 • 9am