The VMware Exit Tax Is Real and It Hurts
Broadcom's acquisition of VMware has left many longtime customers reeling, facing rising prices, reduced support, and mounting pressure to commit to multi-year subscriptions. Channel partners and vendors report price hikes of up to 500%, alongside delays and confusion in the distribution channel. Some companies are exploring alternatives due to the complexity and cost of migration.
Scharon Harding writes for Ars Technica
Now, over a year after the acquisition, the pressure is on for customers to start committing: to a VMware subscription, forgo VMware support, or move on from VMware technologies. The decision is complex, with long-term implications no matter which way a customer chooses to go.
Meanwhile, others feel trapped, lacking the resources and time to make a clean break.