Gartner Warns: Large-Scale VMware Migrations Are Long, Costly, and Risky
Gartner's latest report warns that migrating from VMware to alternative virtualization platforms will be a long, expensive, and risky undertaking. For organizations running 2,000+ VMs, migrations could take 18-48 months, with per-VM costs ranging from $300 to $3,000. The report highlights the complexity stemming from VMware's deep integration beyond just virtualization, encompassing networking, storage, and management tools. Many VMware users haven't started migration planning; Gartner advises starting early to avoid potential Broadcom price increases. Alternatives exist from vendors like Red Hat and Oracle, but migration still demands extensive planning and testing.
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