VMware Explore 2024 | In the News

The expansion of generative artificial intelligence use cases has exposed inefficiencies in scaling today’s enterprise storage implementations. IBM Storage has created future-ready solutions to solve these challenges.Through integrations, enterprises can leverage their existing VMware investments while enhancing their capabilities with IBM Corp.’s advanced storage solutions, according to Scott Baker (pictured), chief marketing officer and vice president of IBM hybrid cloud infrastructure portfolio at IBM.IBM’s Scott Baker discusses integrations with VMware for AI

Broadcom bets on profitable private cloud solutions with VMware acquisition

September 4, 2024

Since the Broadcom VMware acquisition in November 2023, the industry has been watching to see how the move would play out.Customers have been frustrated with some of the bumps in the road, but the cost and difficulty of moving away from VMware may overcome their doubts, according to Brent Ellis (pictured), senior analyst at Forrester Research Inc.Forrester Research’s Brent Ellis talks about the impact VMware’s acquisition has had on customers

The CUBE Pod analysis: Navigating VMware ecosystem challenges and strategic shifts at VMware Explore

There are several interesting power dynamics currently at play in the industry, particularly around VMware ecosystem challenges. This year’s VMware Explore event has been marked by the intersection of emerging technologies, such as generative AI and shifting strategies among industry giants.This year’s VMware Explore looks very different compared to years past. It’s sparsely populated, but it represents the tip of the pyramid, according to Dave Vellante (pictured, right), chief analyst at theCUBE Research.John Furrier and Dave Vellante discuss power dynamics during a CUBE Pod analysis at VMware Explore.“The customers that I’ve talked to here are all investing in VCF

Samsung and VMware collaborate on CXL solutions for server memory expansion

Compute Express Link, or CXL, has only been in use for five years, yet it is already having an impact in connecting server components.The technology, introduced by Intel Corp. in 2019 and designed as an open-standard interface for high-speed communications, connects a server’s central processing unit with accelerator chips attached to the machine. As AI workloads increasingly place strains on server memory capacities, CXL has found appeal among firms seeking a performance boost.Samsung’s David McIntyre and VMware’s Arvind Jagannath talk with theCUBE about CXL solutions

VMware private cloud strategy: theCUBE’s analysis on simplifying digital transformation

As businesses navigate the challenges of digital transformation, the demand for solutions that are both scalable and secure has never been higher. The VMware private cloud has become a vital element of IT strategy, highlighting the need for simplicity and seamless integration in today’s complex digital environments.VMware LLC’s focus on private cloud solutions signals a notable shift in IT leadership priorities, moving away from reliance on public cloud services and toward more controlled and efficient operations. This trend reflects a growing industry-wide commitment to developing durable, integrated cloud environments that meet the evolving needs of modern enterprises

Broadcom’s Rally transforms agile project management amid data privacy concerns

September 4, 2024

Managing agile software development must address critical issues, including data privacy, and that’s where comprehensive project management tools, such as Broadcom’s Rally software, come into play. Being a purpose-driven organization requires the capability to adapt to change quickly and effective team collaboration, making Rally pivotal through the presentation of agile methodologies, according to Serge Lucio (pictured), general manager of the Agile Operations Division at Broadcom Inc.Broadcom’s Serge Lucio talks to theCUBE about how Rally is a catalyst for agile operations

TheCUBE assesses VMware’s shifting cloud strategy and its future under Broadcom’s leadership

VMware LLC’s cloud strategy is undergoing a significant transformation, marking a shift from its traditional focus on rapid growth to a model centered on profitability and stability.As the cloud computing landscape continues to evolve, VMware is repositioning itself not as an innovator of cutting-edge technologies, but as a dependable, value-driven provider of enterprise solutions. This strategic pivot, shaped by Broadcom’s ownership, highlights VMware’s emphasis on maintaining its stronghold among top-tier customers, moving away from the relentless pursuit of new innovations to solidify its role as a crucial player in the enterprise market

VxRail’s role in multicloud flexibility and scalable hyperconverged infrastructure

September 5, 2024

Simplifying IT operations is a key focus for enterprises. As such, hyperconverged infrastructure solutions that provide a unified, integrated system, such as VxRail, are gaining popularityAs a versatile, scalable and robust HCI solution, VxRail boosts organizations’ IT capabilities, minimizes costs and propels efficiency, according to Samuel Niemi (pictured), senior product manager for Apex Cloud Platforms at Dell Technologies Inc.Dell’s Samuel Niemi talks to theCUBE about HCI solutions.“We’ve been building solutions on top of VxRail like [VMware Cloud Foundation] and VxRail for the last four or five years,” Niemi said

Navigating VMware licensing changes: How Expedient and service providers are adapting to Broadcom’s acquisition

September 5, 2024

The cloud and enterprise software landscape is undergoing significant shifts, driven by rapid changes in VMware licensing changes and service delivery.Broadcom Inc.’s acquisition of VMware was anticipated, but the company still had to adapt to the changes that came with the $63 billion deal. Expedient had to rearchitect between March and September 2024 after learning of changes in January, requiring an all-hands-on-deck pivot, according to Bryan Smith (pictured), chief executive officer of Expedient.Expedient’s Bryan Smith talks with theCUBE about VMware licensing changes.“We knew it was switching to cores from the consumption of [random access memory] for a service provider,” Smith said

TheCUBE analysts assess enterprise challenges and opportunities at VMware Explore

August 27, 2024

Enterprise technology is at a pivotal moment, as companies manage the rapid convergence of generative AI, cloud computing and evolving infrastructure demands.This shift from traditional systems to cloud-based solutions is more than just a technological upgrade — it’s a fundamental transformation in how businesses operate and compete. As organizations embrace these advancements, companies are not only rethinking strategies for scalability and efficiency, but also redefining the very fabric of enterprise operations in a digitally driven world.TheCUBE’s John Furrier, Rob Strechay and Dave Vellante discuss enterprise technology

Moving to the endpoints: VMware positions Edge Compute Stack for the enterprise AI future

August 29, 2024

One of the clear messages to emerge from the VMware Explore conference in Las Vegas this week is that VMware remains fully committed to providing infrastructure solutions, and one of the most critical areas where enterprises will be looking for those solutions is at the edge.VMware LLC announced several new developments across its product portfolio this week, including enhancements for its Edge Compute Stack, which is emerging as a central element in VMware’s overall endpoint strategy.Broadcom’s Sanjay Uppal talks with theCUBE about VMware’s Edge Compute Stack

VMware Tanzu Platform 10: Unifying cloud application development under a single umbrella

When it comes to the operation and development of applications across different cloud environments, a secure and consistent developer experience is needed, making room for robust operational models, such as VMware Tanzu Platform 10.To maximize ROI, VMware Tanzu Platform 10 integrates Cloud Foundry and Kubernetes for enhanced application creation, deployment and management, according to Purnima Padmanabhan (pictured), general manager of the Tanzu Division at Broadcom Inc.Broadcom’s Purnima Padmanabhan talks to theCUBE about the game-changing impact of VMware Tanzu Platform 10.“We announced Tanzu Platform 10, it is very tightly aligned with VCF,” Padmanabhan stated

Network performance and IT economics help drive VMware’s private cloud strategy

A key focus of VMware by Broadcom at the Explore conference in Las Vegas last week centered around how enterprises can power network performance to drive GPUs and necessary data center infrastructure and deliver artificial intelligence.This need has been highlighted through an ongoing discussion within the tech community around the merits of various networking protocols, such as Ethernet and InfiniBand, to power high-performance computing. Key executives at Broadcom have made it clear that Ethernet is the way to go.Broadcom’s Chris Wolf and Ram Velaga talk with theCUBE about network performance

Unpacking VCF 9: The culmination of VMware’s focus on platformization

Much was made of Broadcom Inc.’s recent acquisition of VMware. Following the move, a streamlined ethos guided the de-siloing and reorganization of VMware’s disjointed portfolio. The result is a move toward platformization and VMware Cloud Foundation 9, known as VCF 9.VMware’s Krish Prasad unpacks VCF 9 with theCUBE’s John Furrier.“Coming into the acquisition, we took all the product teams, which were organized as siloed business units, and brought them together to one division,” said Krish Prasad (pictured), senior vice president and general manager of the VMware Cloud Foundation Division at Broadcom Inc

Three insights you might have missed from VMware Explore

September 19, 2024

Coming into 2024, the enterprise technology space buzzed with speculation on the future following VMware LLC’s acquisition by Broadcom Inc. Analysts and experts mused on how Broadcom would handle the portfolio direction for VMware’s many product lines.At the recent VMware Explore 2024 event, many of those questions were addressed, with the key themes of streamlining products, integrating across ecosystems and positioning for artificial intelligence in focus.John Furrier and Dave Vellante discuss VMware and infrastructure.“What will happen with the ecosystem? Are people going to switch?” asked John Furrier, executive analyst at theCUBE Research, in an analysis segment

The hardware/software combo: Nvidia and VMware partner to power next-gen enterprise AI

The VMware Cloud Foundation Division at Broadcom Inc. and Nvidia Corp. have partnered to make AI more accessible, flexible and powerful than ever before, ensuring both variables expand in commensurate degrees. Nvidia and VCF are doing this by pushing the boundaries of computing through the seamless integration of hardware and software innovation.Unwrapping next-gen AI infrastructure with Nvidia’s Manuvir Das and VMware’s Krish Prasad.“A year ago, these models that are the basis of AI were just not good enough for enterprises to actually adopt in use cases,” said Manuvir Das (pictured, left), vice president of enterprise computing at Nvidia. “That’s fundamentally changed in the last year

Broadcom discusses how AI enterprise security is revolutionizing threat detection

Enterprise security is undergoing a transformative shift as AI and large language models redefine the boundaries of threat detection and prevention.With traditional AI and machine learning approaches hitting their limits, the integration of generative AI is opening new avenues to counter increasingly complex cyber threats. This evolution in enterprise security technology signals a significant leap forward, as companies leverage advanced AI to stay ahead in an ever-evolving threat landscape, according to Umesh Mahajan (pictured), vice president and general manager for application networking and security at Broadcom Inc.Umesh Mahajan of Broadcom talks with theCUBE during VMware Explore 2024

Reorganizing cloud strategies: A new era for private and hybrid clouds

A decade ago, public cloud was the de-facto standard, promising scalability, flexibility and cost savings. Given the explosion in data volumes and proliferation of workload types, companies are now reassessing cloud strategies and moving select workloads to private and hybrid clouds.What’s the root cause of this seismic shift,and how will it impact artificial intelligence operations?Discussing cloud strategy with Broadcom’s Mike Gannon and IDC’s Stephen Elliot.“We saw that there was some labor shortages in the lift and requirements to get some traditional applications there,” said Mike Gannon (pictured, left), president of North America at Broadcom Inc

Reimagining data centers: The next evolution in cloud computing infrastructure

August 29, 2024

Cloud computing infrastructure is at the heart of a sweeping transformation in IT, as organizations pivot to meet the demands of modern enterprise environments. This shift is fueled by the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and distributed computing, which are pushing companies to rethink the very foundations of data centers.Far from being just incremental updates, these changes represent a complete overhaul of storage, computing and networking systems, paving the way for more scalable, flexible and cost-effective solutions

VMware strategically realigns in the cloud and virtualization landscape

The cloud and virtualization landscape is undergoing a transformation, with a growing focus on the adoption of private VMware Cloud infrastructures to meet evolving business needs.The conversations at the recent VMware Explore event highlighted a growing focus on the strategic realignment of technology companies as they grapple with these changes. Companies are increasingly prioritizing cost efficiency, the adoption of private cloud infrastructures and the challenges posed by rapid cloud innovation, according to Sarbjeet Johal (pictured), founder of Stackpane and CUBE Collective analyst

IBM and VMware: Strengthening a 20-year partnership amid Broadcom’s acquisition

August 29, 2024

It’s been eight months since Broadcom Inc. acquired VMware, a move that has prompted plenty of analysis. Among many other subjects, this year’s VMware Explore has been a chance to unpack what’s going on with the cloud and cloud service providers around VMware, including when it comes to the IBM-VMware partnership.The partnership goes back 20 years. It has involved investment and joint innovation, according to Brendan Kinkade (pictured), vice president of strategic technology partnerships at IBM.Brendan Kinkade of IBM talks with theCUBE about the IBM/VMware partnership

Simplification and growth: VMware’s partner promise after Broadcom merger

September 4, 2024

At VMware LLC’s first Explore event since the acquisition by Broadcom was finalized last year, the company is reassuring partners that its new path, featuring the Broadcom Advantage Program, will ultimately reward long-term customers.The post-acquisition transition is about three-quarters complete, according to Tara Fine (pictured, right), vice president of the Americas Partner Organization at VMware.VMware’s Tara Fine talks with theCUBE about simplifying company offerings.“One of the benefits we’re seeing internally and externally is really that simplification,” she said. “We’ve gone from 8,000 SKUs to four

VMware and Broadcom bet big on Private Cloud savings with VCF-powered strategy

Under Broadcom Inc., VMware LLC is going head to head with public cloud by positioning a full-scale, VMware Cloud Foundation. or VCF-powered environment. as the superior cost-saving architecture.At VMware’s first Explore conference since the company was acquired by Broadcom, company leaders emphasized the value of private cloud.VMware’s Drew Nielsen talks about the long-term gain of VMware’s Private Cloud.“With Broadcom and VCF’s new focus on this platform, it really helps customers take the value of virtualization and drive that deeper into their infrastructure stack,” said Drew Nielsen (pictured), senior director for product market strategy at VMware

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