Broadcom Inc. has announced significant updates to its VMware software portfolio and Broadcom Advantage Partner Program, aimed at simplifying business operations and driving innovation while enhancing profitability for partners. The updates include transitioning to subscription licensing and per-core pricing, streamlining the VMware software portfolio, and standardizing the ecosystem to provide greater value to partners.
One of the key updates is the transition of VMware Cloud Foundation from perpetual licenses to subscription licenses, aligning with the industry standard and allowing for continuous innovation. Customers now have the benefit of subscription portability, enabling them to deploy on-premises and move to supported hyperscale clouds or VMware Cloud Service Provider (VCSP) environments as needed.
Broadcom has also consolidated the VMware portfolio to focus on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and VMware vSphere Foundation, providing leading enterprise-class private cloud solutions for a range of customers. Additionally, the creation of the VMware Cloud Foundation division aims to streamline operations and deliver maximum value to customers through integrated product offerings.
In terms of innovation, Broadcom continues to drive enhancements to VCF, introducing new versions of the product and strategic add-ons to support next-generation cloud-native and AI-powered applications. Automation capabilities for data services, load balancing, and private AI, along with integrated network operations capabilities, aim to simplify infrastructure management and improve overall performance.
The ecosystem transformation involves standardizing the adoption of VMware Cloud Foundation as a subscription-based private cloud solution, with partners playing a crucial role in helping customers transition to the new model. The redefined Broadcom Advantage Partner Program for VCSP partners offers simplified pricing, improved margins, and broader benefits to support business growth and strengthen partnerships.
Overall, Broadcom’s strategic focus on business simplification, portfolio innovation, and ecosystem standardization is aimed at driving customer value, accelerating innovation, and enabling seamless cloud adoption. As the company celebrates its successful first 100 days post-acquisition of VMware, Broadcom remains committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions and driving continued growth in the technology industry.
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