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VMware customers are jumping ship as Broadcom sales continue - here's where they're moving to
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1y ago
Medial
Following Broadcom's $61 billion acquisition of VMware, the company has made significant changes that have resulted in the loss of customers. Broadcom's decision to remove free products and transition to a subscription-based model has left many VMware users exploring alternative options. A recent community survey revealed that open-source solutions such as KVM-based and Xen-based hypervisors are preferred by a majority of respondents, indicating a shift towards open-source infrastructure. The survey also highlighted the dominance of open-source Linux in various domains, further emphasizing the growing strength of open-source alternatives. Broadcom's restructuring of VMware's offerings has prompted this accelerated adoption of open-source solutions.
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VMware admits sweeping Broadcom changes are worrying customers
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Broadcom's changes to VMware since acquiring the company are causing concerns among customers and partners. VMware is facing challenges as customers evaluate how to maximize value from their products and deal with the shift from perpetual license sales to a subscription-based model. Broadcom's decision to discontinue certain VMware products and end the VMware partner program is also causing confusion and potential infrastructure changes for smaller businesses. While Broadcom defends the changes as necessary, the implications of these decisions remain to be seen.
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Broadcom reverses controversial plan in effort to cull VMware migrations
Arstechnica
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8m ago
Medial
Broadcom is changing its strategy with VMware, no longer dealing directly with the biggest 2,000 customers, but instead collaborating with VMware's top 500 customers. This shift is aimed at discouraging migrations from VMware. However, customers have voiced concerns over Broadcom's previous controversial changes, including ending perpetual license sales and VMware's channel partner program. Broadcom hopes to mitigate this by involving channel partners in deals and providing additional value for customers. The move is an attempt to retain business and promote the implementation of Broadcom's private cloud bundles.
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VMware cloud partners demand “firm regulatory action” on Broadcom
Arstechnica
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2m ago
Medial
A report by the European Cloud Competition Observatory criticizes Broadcom's business model for VMware, labeling it "legally and ethically flawed." The report accuses Broadcom of imposing burdensome financial obligations on VMware customers by transitioning licensing models and pushing for regulatory action. It claims that Broadcom places pressure on partners and customers while hindering competitors. As smaller cloud service providers struggle, many businesses are seeking alternatives to VMware, prompting calls for urgent regulatory intervention.
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A long, costly road ahead for customers abandoning Broadcom’s VMware
Arstechnica
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6m ago
Medial
After Broadcom acquired VMware in 2023, many customers grew dissatisfied and considered alternatives due to increased costs and restructuring. Organizations like a global food manufacturer faced fourfold cost rises and challenges in finding alternative virtualization platforms. With Broadcom pressuring customers into longer subscriptions and the loss of direct support, companies are concerned. Migration costs, technical challenges, and time requirements add to the complexity of leaving VMware, though some weigh these against staying under Broadcom's management.
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VMware by Broadcom is overhauling its training for an all-new experience
Techradar
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1y ago
Medial
Broadcom is overhauling its training experience for VMware, aiming to offer more training at a lower cost. The company recently made its digital content library, including on-demand courseware, free for VMware Cloud Foundation customers, strategic customer segment, and Broadcom Advantage program partners. The move is seen as a strategic approach to attract more customers and ease the financial burden of adopting Cloud Foundation. However, access to the revamped training for the broader VMware community is yet to be confirmed. Despite some pushback, Broadcom CEO Hock Tan expects double-digit growth to boost VMware's profitability after the company's acquisition.
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Broadcom killing VMware partner program could disrupt thousands of businesses
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Broadcom, the new owner of VMware, is ending the partner programs of the virtualization and cloud computing company. From April 30, 2024, VMware's partnership with solution providers, resellers, and distributors will come to an end, potentially disrupting tens of thousands of businesses. The lack of clarity from Broadcom about who will be invited to its partner program has caused uncertainty among VMware partners and customers. There are concerns that only a small percentage of cloud service providers will be invited, leaving many without access to VMware.
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A long, costly road ahead for customers abandoning Broadcom’s VMware
Arstechnica
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6m ago
Medial
The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has led to dissatisfaction among its clients due to rising costs and complex service changes. Many companies are contemplating reducing or ending their association with VMware. The price increases are attributed to Broadcom's bundling tactics, and technical support has become inadequate. Migrating from VMware is a challenging and costly process, causing hesitancy among users. Despite some potential pricing relief, the overall scenario presents a tough choice for VMware customers.
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As firms abandon VMware, Broadcom is laughing all the way to the bank
Arstechnica
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7m ago
Medial
Ingram Micro, one of the largest IT distributors globally, has publicly ended its relationship with Broadcom's VMware. This decision comes as Broadcom focuses on services as a key aspect of sustaining VMware's business in the future. While losing a partnership with the second-largest IT distributor may appear significant, Broadcom claims that Ingram was not a good fit for VMware. Changes in Broadcom's priorities have led to other firms scaling back their VMware relationships, exploring alternatives, and diversifying vendors. Despite these challenges, Broadcom's financial success is expected to continue with VMware.
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Broadcom cuts at least 2,800 VMware jobs following $69 billion acquisition
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Broadcom has completed its $69 billion acquisition of VMware and is implementing layoffs. At least 2,837 employees across multiple states will be affected, with 1,267 job cuts at the Palo Alto campus in California. WARN notices filed by Broadcom cite "economic" reasons for the layoffs, but no further explanation was provided. Despite the layoffs, VMware will continue to play a significant role in Broadcom's enterprise software strategy, with plans to focus on software subscriptions for revenue growth. Details of the Broadcom-owned VMware's future remain unclear.
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Broadcom responds to AT&T’s VMware support lawsuit: AT&T has “other options”
Arstechnica
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10m ago
Medial
Broadcom has filed a legal response to AT&T's lawsuit, accusing the company of attempting to force it to sell support services for perpetual software licenses that VMware has discontinued. AT&T had filed a lawsuit against Broadcom, alleging that the latter had broken a contract by refusing to provide a one-year renewal for support for VMware software. Broadcom argues that AT&T should have prepared for the transition to a subscription model and has other options available. The two companies have agreed to continue support until October 9, with a hearing on a preliminary injunction scheduled for October 15.
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