Navigating VMware’s New Era: Guidance for Municipal IT Leaders with KIS

In this episode, Sean Canevaro and Matt Eickmann from KIS discuss VMware's current landscape and the impact of Broadcom's acquisition on licensing models. They explore the transition from perpetual to subscription models, the confusion it has caused among clients, and the importance of understanding the total cost of ownership. The conversation also touches on the future of virtualization, the role of cloud solutions, and how KIS aims to support clients in navigating these changes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

04:07 Overview of KIS and Its Role

09:10 VMware and Broadcom: The Acquisition Impact

18:58 Subscription Model Transition and Client Reactions

28:59 The Debate on Subscription Software

30:44 Conclusion and Future Considerations

31:43 Navigating Budget Constraints and Client Control

38:12 Communicating IT Decisions to Stakeholders

44:38 Exploring Alternative Solutions in Virtualization

46:23 The Future of Virtualization and Cloud Solutions