Market Insight Report: Server Virtualization: To Be or Not to Be vSphere
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Our latest offering, Market Insight Report: Server Virtualization: To Be or Not to Be vSphere, focuses on the changes in pricing for VMware’s vSphere and VCF products following Broadcom’s acquisition and the market implications.
Futurum's Camberley Bates, Steven Dickens and Daniel Newman,
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Camberley Bates, Steven Dickens and Daniel Newman, The Futurum Group, "Market Insight Report: Server Virtualization: To Be or Not to Be vSphere," May 20, 2024. https://trial.futurumgroup.com/research-reports/market-insight-report-server-virtualization-to-be-or-not-to-be-vsphere/

The changes in pricing for VMware’s vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) products following Broadcom’s acquisition are already starting to significantly reshape the competitive landscape. The uncertainty generated by these pricing changes is prompting organizations to consider the broader implications for their infrastructure strategies, including potential shifts to competitors who might offer more budget-friendly pricing.
As companies deliberate these pivotal decisions, the industry may see a notable shift in loyalty, with market share reallocations as a direct consequence. This may open up considerable opportunities for vendors and systems integrators, capitalizing on the shift.
But is this a full scale migration? To understand the evolving landscape, Market Insight Report: Server Virtualization: To Be or Not to Be vSphere first looks at the implications of a change and the factors that should be under consideration. Second, the report covers the likely outcome of actions that will be taken by organizations in the next 12 to 24 months given the analysis. And third, we discuss the market opportunities that are opening due to the movement by Broadcom.
This report provides details about:
- Considerations of Change
- What to Expect
- Market Moves
- Looking Ahead
As Broadcom integrates VMware and implements new subscription licensing models, the long-term dynamics for VMware customers are set to evolve considerably, reshaping the competitive landscape and influencing broader market trends.
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