Why Staying On-Premises with VMware Could Be Costing You More Than You Think

Introduction: The High Cost of Doing Nothing

The IT landscape is shifting rapidly, especially for VMware customers. Since Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware in November 2023, licensing costs have skyrocketed, and many support programs have been restructured or eliminated. If you’re running VMware on-premises, these changes could be silently draining your budget and limiting your strategic options. But there’s a better path forward—one that can save you money and future-proof your IT operations.

The Hidden Costs of Staying On-Premises

If you’re still relying on VMware’s on-premises solutions, you’re likely facing a significant increase in licensing fees—up to 11 times more than what you were paying before the acquisition. But the financial impact doesn’t stop there. Maintaining an on-premises infrastructure means dealing with:

• Higher Operational Costs: Increased costs for hardware maintenance, power, cooling, and staffing.
• Reduced Flexibility: Vendor lock-in with Broadcom’s restrictive contracts could limit your ability to adapt to future needs.
• Outdated Support Structures: With the termination of VMware's partner program, many businesses are left without the robust support networks they previously relied on.

These factors can add up quickly, making it clear that sticking with your current setup might not be the best long-term strategy.

The CloudSphere Solution: Move to AWS with Confidence

CloudSphere, in partnership with AWS, offers a streamlined path to modernizing your VMware workloads. Our Illuminate360 platform provides the visibility and insights you need to migrate to AWS efficiently, minimizing disruptions and maximizing cost savings.

Here’s how we can help:

• Comprehensive Assessment: We start by assessing your existing VMware environment, identifying all instances and dependencies.
• TCO Analysis: Our platform delivers a detailed Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, so you know exactly what you’ll save by migrating to AWS.
• Rapid Deployment: With CloudSphere, you can transition your workloads to AWS quickly and with minimal operational impact.

Why AWS?

AWS isn’t just another cloud provider—it’s a comprehensive ecosystem with over 200 fully featured services that can replace and enhance your existing VMware functionality. Moving your workloads to AWS offers several strategic advantages:

• Scalability: Scale your resources up or down as needed, without the constraints of on-premises hardware.
• Cost Efficiency: Pay only for what you use, and take advantage of AWS’s competitive pricing models.
• Innovation: Access cutting-edge technologies like machine learning, AI, and big data analytics to stay ahead of the competition.

What’s in It for You?

By partnering with CloudSphere, you gain access to a fully funded VMware assessment, at no cost to you. Our assessment will provide:

• A Complete Inventory: Understand exactly what VMware resources you have and how they’re being used.
• A Cost-Benefit Analysis: See the financial benefits of moving to AWS, including potential cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• A Clear Migration Path: Get a detailed plan for moving your workloads to AWS, including timelines and next steps.

Conclusion: The Future of IT is in the Cloud

As IT environments continue to evolve, staying on-premises with VMware could become increasingly untenable. The costs are high, and the benefits of moving to AWS—especially with CloudSphere’s support—are too significant to ignore. Don’t let your IT strategy get stuck in the past. Take action now and explore how CloudSphere can help you make the move to AWS, where your business can thrive in the cloud.

Take the Next Step

Ready to take control of your IT costs and future-proof your operations? Contact CloudSphere today to schedule your VMware Assessment and start planning your migration to AWS.