VMware Users Pivot to Alternatives for Cost Control and Flexibility
Event summary
- 66% of VMware users are using or considering third-party support to control costs and extend software life.
- 90% of respondents are exploring alternatives due to higher licensing costs and the end of perpetual license support.
- 60% of organizations are adopting multi-hypervisor strategies for greater flexibility and cost control.
- 48% of respondents do not plan to migrate assets to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
- 77% of IT security leaders seek real-time threat visibility and proactive protection beyond Broadcom’s patching program.
The big picture
The survey highlights a broader trend of enterprises reducing dependency on single vendors like VMware, driven by cost pressures and the need for flexible, secure IT environments. This shift reflects a strategic realignment toward hybrid and multi-platform virtualization strategies, prioritizing operational efficiency and long-term cost control. Rimini Street’s findings suggest that third-party support providers are poised to benefit as organizations seek alternatives to traditional vendor lock-in.
What we're watching
- Cost Control Dynamics
- How the shift toward third-party support will impact VMware’s revenue and market position.
- Vendor Diversification
- Whether enterprises can sustain multi-hypervisor environments without operational inefficiencies.
- Security Priorities
- The pace at which real-time threat visibility solutions gain traction in virtualized environments.