In the wake of VMware’s recent license cost increase under Broadcom’s new pricing model, many enterprises are facing the pressing need to reevaluate their IT strategies. For those reliant on VMware’s virtualization technologies, the cost hike poses a significant challenge to maintaining budgetary control while continuing to drive digital transformation efforts.
Rather than simply absorbing these increased expenses, businesses now have a prime opportunity to explore more cost-effective and future-proof solutions. Perficient and Amazon Web Services (AWS), a robust and versatile cloud platform, can help organizations not only manage but also optimize their IT spending.
Why AWS?
AWS stands out as a premier choice for enterprises seeking to transition from traditional VMware environments to the cloud. Amazon Web Services Optimization and Licensing Assessment (AWS OLA) evaluates your third-party licensing costs to help you right-size your resources, reduce costs, and explore flexible licensing options. With its comprehensive suite of cloud-native services, AWS offers unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency, enabling businesses to innovate and grow without being constrained by rising license fees.
AWS Finance Data shows that customers who used OLA benefited from a 36% reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO). Licensing is a critical yet often overlooked factor in cloud migration decisions. The cost associated with commercial licenses and the specific terms can significantly impact the total cost of ownership (TCO). A 2023 AWS study of 439 customers, encompassing over 300,000 servers, revealed that factoring in licensing considerations along with utilization optimization resulted in an average potential savings of 25.8%. This highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to cloud migration, where licensing plays a key role in achieving substantial cost reductions.
How Perficient Can Help
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with the Migration Consulting Competency, Perficient is uniquely positioned to perform your AWS Optimization and Licensing Assessment (OLA). Our deep expertise and proven methodologies ensure a thorough evaluation of your current infrastructure, delivering actionable insights to optimize your AWS environment and reduce costs. With our extensive experience and strategic approach, Perficient helps you navigate the complexities of AWS licensing, ensuring your transition to the cloud is seamless and cost-effective.
Turning VMware Cost Hikes into Cloud-Driven Success with AWS and Perficient
Perficient is your trusted partner in this transition, offering the expertise, tools, and support needed to successfully migrate to AWS. Together, we can transform this challenge into a strategic advantage, positioning your business for long-term success in the cloud era.
For more information on how Perficient can help you transition to AWS, contact us today. Let’s embark on this journey to a more agile, efficient, and cost-effective IT future.
Sources:
https://aws.amazon.com/optimization-and-licensing-assessment/
