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.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties04:07 Overview of KIS and Its Role09:10 VMware and Broadcom: The Acquisition Impact18:58 Subscription Model Transition and Client Reactions28:59 The Debate on Subscription Software30:44 Conclusion and Future Considerations31:43 Navigating Budget Constraints and Client Control38:12 Communicating IT Decisions to Stakeholders44:38 Exploring Alternative Solutions in Virtualization46:23 The Future of Virtualization and Cloud Solutions53:10 Understanding KIS and Its OfferingsResources & Links:📌 Learn more about MISAC Connect Audio – Member Only Link📌 Connect with our guest:KIS - Keep IT Simple - LinkedInSean Canevaro – LinkedInMatt Eickmann - LinkedInVisit our MISAC Connect forum for more discussions and community engagement.Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates and announcements.