VMware customers are facing significant shift with changes in licensing, support and pricing structures, driven by Broadcom’s acquisition strategy focused on annuity-based revenues.
Impact of VMware Acquisition by Broadcom
Existing customers are rightly concerned about the potential for increased costs, altered product plans and changes in sales coverage and support. Here at TechConnect, we recognise the complexities this transition presents. Our expertise lies in helping you understand the implications of these changes and providing a pathway to manage the associated risks.
TechConnect’s VMWare Migration to Cloud Assessment – No Cost, No Obligation
Customers that are not already on VMWare Cloud Foundations are seeing significant price increases since Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. The changes might seem overwhelming at first, but with the right help, we can offer a unique opportunity to embrace the cloud’s full potential, without the constraints that come with running on VMware on-premise. TechConnect is dedicated to guiding you through this transition by planning your exit from VMware and facilitating your migration to the AWS Cloud.
Our complimentary VMWare Migration to Cloud Assessment will identify your specific needs, formulate a customised migration strategy, and provide insights into your business and technical requirements. By evaluating your readiness for migration, identifying necessary skills, and estimating costs, including funding opportunities, we can facilitate a smooth, efficient transition to native AWS services.
What we do:
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
With a focus on leveraging AWS funding, TechConnect streamlines transitions from VMware to AWS by assisting clients through the Migration Acceleration Program (MAP) and the Modernise Program. These initiatives offer financial support and tailored technical resources to assist businesses in their exit from VMware. The MAP program aids in offsetting migration costs, while the Modernise Program focuses on updating legacy systems to cloud-native solutions. By utilising these funding opportunities, TechConnect ensures a cost-effective transition to AWS, empowering organisations to modernise their infrastructure and unlock the full potential of cloud computing.
OUTCOMES
Migration Readiness
- Evaluate application readiness
- Identify dependencies
- Assess tools to develop a migration strategy
Skills and Training
- Identify skill gaps
- Plan training pathways
- Ensure your team is prepared for the new environment
Cost
Analysis
- Analyse current costs
- Project future costs
- Estimate and optimise migration expenses
Risk Assessment and Migration
- Identify migration risks
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks
Platform
Readiness
- Prepare AWS landing zones
- Assess security needs
- Ensure compliance
Operational
Readiness
- Define operational processes
- Offer flexible management solutions
Data
Platforms
- Evaluate target data platforms
- Identify optimal pathways
- Highlight opportunities for modernisation
HOW WE DO IT?
Phase 1:
Assessment
We analyse your environment to create a cost-efficient, modernised, and low-risk migration plan.
Phase 2:
Design and Implementation
We design and deploy a secure, scalable AWS landing zone for your workloads.
Phase 3:
Migration and Cutover
Our plan will ensure little to no downtime during your move.
Phase 4:
Ongoing Support
We provide continuous support throughout your AWS cloud journey.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) is a comprehensive software suite designed to deliver a unified Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) platform. It integrates vSphere for computing, vSAN for storage, NSX for networking, and components of the Aria suite for operations management. VCF aims to simplify the deployment and management of cloud environments, enhancing scalability, security, and performance.
Broadcom has pivoted from numerous SKUs to two foundational offerings. Moving forward, Broadcom will focus all product and engineering efforts on the VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) bundle.
Yes. The VMware Cloud on AWS service remains available to existing customers. Broadcom has confirmed that the service will “continue to serve customers just as it always has,” according to their blog post from May 6, 2024.
Effective April 30, 2024, AWS can no longer resell the VMware Cloud on AWS service.
No. Effective April 30, 2024, customers who purchased VMware Cloud on AWS through AWS will not be able to purchase new subscriptions, add-on services, or renew existing subscriptions.
Yes. Broadcom has stated that customers can renew VMware Cloud on AWS subscriptions directly from Broadcom or an authorized Broadcom reseller.
Customers with active one or three-year subscriptions, including monthly payments purchased from AWS, will continue to be invoiced by AWS until the end of their term. For any other billing-related questions, please contact your AWS representative.
AWS and its partners are available to help customers navigate their VMware Cloud on AWS strategy and identify pathways, programs, incentives, and support if they are exploring alternatives.
Starting April 30, 2024, AWS will no longer be able to sell the VMware Cloud on AWS Outposts solution.
The new pricing model transitions from vRAM-based billing to a physical core-based model. This model mandates a minimum commitment of 16 physical cores per socket, affecting how businesses are billed for VMware services. The change aims to provide a more straightforward and predictable cost structure, though it may require adjustments in infrastructure planning and optimisation.
Staying on a perpetual license means you will not transition to the new VCF subscription-based licenses, potentially losing access to vital support and patching when your maintenance contract (SNS) expires. Without these updates, your infrastructure may face increased security risks, lack compatibility, and miss out on the latest features and efficiencies offered by the VCF suite.
Yes, shortly after Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, many OEM partnerships were terminated. This shift led to the immediate discontinuation of OEM licensing options.
Effective April 30, 2024, the ability to transact as a VMware Cloud Services Provider under the VMware Partner Connect Program will come to an end. Only selected partners have been invited to join the Broadcom Expert Advantage Partner Program.