Following Broadcom Inc.’s acquisition of VMware, there is speculation about how VMware‘s products will integrate into Broadcom’s hardware portfolio. The company has restructured VMware‘s business units into Tanzu, VMware Cloud Foundation, Networking & Security, and the Edge Division. VMware Cloud Foundation’s future innovations are crucial for Broadcom’s growth potential. Experts anticipate challenges in rationalizing and optimizing Broadcom’s software offerings post-acquisition.
Enterprise customers are concerned about product direction, potential disruptions to IT operations, and changes to subscription pricing following the acquisition. Nearly 75% of respondents expect price increases, and 46% see the acquisition as disruptive. VMware by Broadcom is simplifying its component divisions and warehousing units, focusing on VMware Cloud Foundation and vSphere Foundation SKUs. The company is prioritizing the transition to top-level Cadillac SKUs like VCF.
During the upcoming event, VMware Cloud Foundation Transformed, analysts and insiders will discuss the company’s long-term strategy in the era of artificial intelligence and multicloud. The event aims to address concerns about product direction, pricing, and user onboarding. VMware‘s focus on managed service consumption models reflects the shift towards cloud-based enterprise architectures.
The event will feature discussions with industry experts such as Krish Prasad, SVP and GM of VMware Cloud Foundation Division, Chris Wolf, Paul Turner, and Ahmar Mohammad. TheCUBE is a paid media partner for the event, providing coverage and insights on VMware‘s ongoing investments in private AI and enterprise computing. Viewers can watch live coverage on theCUBE’s website, YouTube channel, or access on-demand content after the event.
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