Navigating VMware Changes with Rackspace Technology
With Broadcom’s recent acquisition of VMware, significant changes have been implemented, causing uncertainty among VMware customers. Key changes include the end of perpetual licensing, longer subscription terms, fewer CSPs and resellers, core-based consumption metrics, fewer add-on options, and reductions in VMware sales and support staff. As one of the few CSPs invited back to the program by Broadcom, Rackspace Technology is uniquely positioned to help businesses navigate these changes. With over 15 years of VMware experience and Pinnacle Partner status, Rackspace can assess your current VMware environment, minimize the impact of these changes, and optimize your environment. Whether it makes sense to move some workloads to an open-source cloud like OpenStack or a public cloud hyperscaler, Rackspace provides the expertise and support needed to make informed decisions.
Rackspace Technology offers a range of solutions to help businesses adapt to the new VMware model. Their SDDC portfolio provides options for customers seeking a managed hosting solution, with Rackspace managing the VMware licenses and support. For those who prefer a fully managed environment in their own data center or at the edge, Rackspace SDDC Anywhere offers the benefits of an opex cost model and world-class support. Additionally, Rackspace-managed VMware licenses provide a flexible model for companies interested in re-platforming in the next 6 to 24 months. With deep expertise in VMware, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and all three hyperscale public clouds, Rackspace is well-positioned to help businesses navigate these changes while providing flexible commercial arrangements that keep all options open.
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