Mastering the Shift: Edge Computing in the Broadcom-VMware Era
In this episode of the Expedient podcast, AJ Kuftic and CEO Bryan Smith discuss the significant changes in VMware licensing due to Broadcom's new policies and their impact on edge computing. Smith explains the reduction from over 4000 VMware SKUs to fewer bundles, highlighting the shift towards subscription models and its implications for edge locations, which require minimized resources. They explore alternatives to VMware, considering other hypervisors that could integrate without increasing costs. The conversation also covers Expedient's strategic response as a pinnacle service provider, ensuring clients can manage and scale their resources effectively amidst these transitions. This episode is a critical listen for IT leaders facing the challenges of adapting edge computing strategies in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Creators and Guests
Host
AJ Kuftic
AJ Kuftic is Principal Product Strategist for Expedient. AJ has over 15 years of experience as a customer and partner helping end users build solutions that are sustainable and easy to manage. Having knowledge across various silos of IT infrastructure gives AJ a unique perspective of the pain points and what customers are looking to improve. When AJ isn’t thinking about the next big thing, he spends his time with his wife and 2 children trying to bake the perfect loaf of bread.
