Article The Impact of Broadcom’s Acquisition of VMware and Business Options Moving Forward
The Impact of Broadcom’s Acquisition of VMware and Business Options Moving Forward
By Insight UK / 24 Sep 2024
By Insight UK / 24 Sep 2024
The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has sent ripples through the technology industry, leaving businesses that rely on VMware’s virtualisation technology to reassess their current infrastructure strategy. Broadcom, known for its dominance in the semiconductor space, has expanded its software portfolio by acquiring VMware for approximately $69 billion. This move signals a significant shift for VMware’s customers, bringing about both opportunities and challenges.
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware raises critical questions about the future of VMware’s product offerings and its pricing structure. While it’s too early to predict all the changes that future may hold, the new per-core licensing scheme (VE1) will significantly impact businesses with some seeing multiple fold increases in their estate licensing costs. However, it is likely that Broadcom will continue to enhance VMware’s robust enterprise software, ensuring its integration with a wider range of cloud and virtualisation technologies.
For businesses using VMware solutions, the acquisition offers a moment to reconsider their infrastructure options. Whether they wish to continue their on-premises setup, migrate to the cloud, or embrace a hybrid cloud strategy, companies will need to assess the best way to future-proof their IT infrastructure and manage costs.
Businesses today have several pathways to consider for their virtualisation and cloud computing needs, which should be considered before their renewal date:
For businesses already invested in the Microsoft ecosystem or considering the move to Azure for public cloud, there are several VMware-related options that could be a good fit:
Insight is here to help businesses navigate these complex decisions. Through our VMware advisory services, we offer expert guidance on optimising your current infrastructure, planning a migration to the cloud, or implementing a hybrid cloud solution. Whether you need support in evaluating your on-premise environment, understanding your public cloud options, or determining the best course of action within the Microsoft ecosystem, Insight's team provides end-to-end support to ensure your business makes informed decisions for its future IT strategy.
As businesses adapt to the changes brought by Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, partnering with trusted advisors like Insight can make the transition smoother, allowing companies to focus on innovation and growth.
Still in the dark regarding how these changes may affect you? let Insight shed some light on your options with VMware Broadcom.
