Episode
Navigating VMware’s New Era: Guidance for Municipal IT Leaders with KIS
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- MISAC Connect Audio
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- Oct 18, 2025
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- 3817
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Summary
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. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 04:07 Overview of KIS and Its Role 09:10 VMware and Broadcom: The Acquisition Impact 18:58 Subscription Model Transition and Client Reactions 28:59 The Debate on Subscription Software 30:44 Conclusion and Future Considerations 31:43 Navigating Budget Constraints and Client Control 38:12 Communicating IT Decisions to Stakeholders 44:38 Exploring Alternative Solutions in Virtualization 46:23 The Future of Virtualization and Cloud Solutions 53:10 Understanding KIS and Its Offerings Resources & Links: 📌 Learn more about MISAC Connect Audio – Member Only Link 📌 Connect with our guest: KIS - Keep IT Simple - LinkedIn Sean Canevaro – LinkedIn Matt Eickmann - LinkedIn Visit our MISAC Connect forum for more discussions and community engagement. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates and announcements.