The VMware ‘panic phase’ is over, but that isn’t stopping the exodus – 86% of companies are actively reducing their dependency and choosing alternatives

The exodus from VMware after its acquisition by Broadcom may not have been the stampede that was predicted, but customers are working to reduce their footprint regardless.

Customers voiced serious concerns about changes to its operating model in the wake of the acquisition, including rises in licensing costs and the removal of a series of popular licenses and products altogether.