VMware consulting and replacement
The recent VMware acquisition by Broadcom has cast doubts among its customers. Concerns include rising costs and support issues. To avoid costly mistakes, our VMware consultants help enterprises migrate their data, applications, and infrastructure to leading cloud service providers and open-source solutions like OpenStack.
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Top reasons to find a VMware replacement
1 in 5 enterprises plan to migrate away from VMware this year, according to Forrester. Finding a suitable VMware replacement allows you to unlock a whole host of benefits for your business.
Save money
With changes in discounts and a shift from perpetual licensing to subscriptions, VMware customers are worried about growing operational expenses. MindK applies the best cost-saving practices to drive down your OPEX.
Support your mission-critical services
The news about the end of support for 56 VMware products – including vSphere, vSAN, and vCenter Standard/Foundation – casts doubts on the future of IT operations. MindK supports companies in migration to robust and flexible VMware alternatives.
Go beyond VMware's defining features
Replicate VMware's groundbreaking virtualization and automation capabilities. Leverage the power of leading cloud service providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and GCP.
Avoid vendor lock-in
The change in VMware licensing and loss of support for key products raises the need for versatile and cost-effective alternatives, tailored to the needs of individual businesses.
Our VMware consulting and replacement services
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Yokoy
Talent Acquisition Expert, Yokoy
Switzerland The workflow was very effective
«The cloud migration project could be accelerated and we were able to focus on other topics within DevOps and Cloud. The workflow was very effective, the communication went very well and all deadlines were met. There were no issues whatsoever at any time. Their pace, level of service, and quality aren't always easy to find amongst vendors.»
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Al Hariri
Co-Founder, Vitagene
USA Results-oriented and
outcome-driven«I can tell you confidently that they are different from your regular agency that just wants to charge as much money for their work as they can get away with. MindK is completely results-oriented and outcome-driven.»
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Jesse Raccio
CTO, The Game Band
USA The team is always there to dig in and help
«I’m happy with MindK’s agility, which relates to their communication. If we need to pivot on something, they’re ready to go in a different direction, and it doesn’t take a lot of energy to move that ship. The team is always there to dig in and help us out when we need to understand anything. Overall, they’re really supportive.»
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Riccardo Pessina
Head of Operations, Bitrock Srl
Italy One of the best
partners we hadMindK provided two senior DevOps engineers to assist in the client's project. We collaborate with various partners but MindK is one of the best in terms of the quality of the profile proposed and time to market. I appreciated the time in replying to our requests and the quality and skill of the resources proposed.
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Zaheer Mohiuddin
Co-Founder, Levels.fyi
USA This isn't your typical outsourcing shop
«MindK goes beyond the bare minimum of delivering a project, they actively work with you to ensure the project is the best work it can possibly be. The quality of work and the interactions with the team felt akin to anyone that I've worked within the Bay Area in technology.»
Our VMware consulting process
Assessment for VMware replacement
Migration strategy selection
Migration execution
Validation and continuous optimization
Ongoing training, support, and maintenance
Tech stack
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Amazon Web Services - Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform
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OpenStack - Microsoft Hyper-V
- Proxmox
- VMware vSphere
- Anthos
- Kubernetes
- Helm
- Docker
- Vagrant
- Terraform
- Terragrunt
- Ansible
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- MongoDB
- ArangoDB
- ELK stack
- Datadog
- Prometheus
- Loki
- Grafana
Why MindK
Cloud migration experts
MindK has extensive experience in migrating large monolithic applications to AWS, Azure, and GCP without splitting them into microservices.
15 years on the market
Since 2009, we've provided software development and DevOps services for enterprises, SMBs, and scale-ups.
9/10 clients recommend us
MindK has built long-term partnerships with over a hundred companies. 96% of them are ready to recommend our services.
Vertical niche solutions
Over the years, MindK has created industry-specific solutions in Healthcare, Fintech, Education, Recruitment, Sustainability, and other niches.
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FAQ
- How long does it usually take to migrate from VMware?
The duration of a VMware migration can vary significantly based on the size and complexity of your current environment, the specific workloads being migrated, and the target platform.
Smaller migrations might take a few weeks. Larger, more complex projects might last several months. For optimal planning, MindK provides detailed estimates after the initial assessment.
- How much does it cost to replace VMware?
The cost of replacing VMware depends on several factors, including:
- Chosen VMware alternative.
- Scale of your existing infrastructure.
- Necessary software licenses.
- Complexity of migration, and so on.
Cloud solutions like AWS, Azure, or GCP typically involve ongoing operational costs. That’s why our VMware consulting company provides a detailed cost analysis for both immediate and long-term operational expenses.
- How do you ensure a smooth migration with minimal downtime?
We use a phased migration approach, moving workloads in manageable groups rather than all at once. Thorough pre-migration testing and validation in a staging environment help us anticipate and resolve potential issues.
Tools and strategies like live migration minimize service interruptions. Migration during low-usage periods further reduces the impact on business operations.
- Can I sign an NDA before sharing the project details?
Absolutely. You can request an NDA before scheduling an intro meeting with our VMware consultants.
- How do you handle data security and compliance?
Our multi-layered approach includes data encryption in transit and at rest, robust access controls, and industry-standard compliance protocols.
We ensure that your data is handled in accordance with relevant regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA. Finally, we run regular security audits and compliance checks to protect your business.
- What support do you provide post-migration?
Post-migration, MindK offers a range of support options. These include monitoring system stability, addressing any post-migration issues, and ongoing optimizations. Comprehensive training and documentation empower your in-house team to manage the new environment effectively.