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Charting an Enhanced Path to Transformation - Cognizant's Approach to Migrating VMware to AWS Cloud Native Services

This webinar will examine the options available to migrate from VMware to cloud native services on AWS with Cognizant. Many enterprises are dealing with the end of perpetual licensing for VMware and the challenges incumbent in migrating VMware workloads to cloud native services, such as:1. Licensing Costs – Windows Server and storage costs are among the top cost issues incurred in a potential migration2. Lack of AWS cloud native operational skills within the enterprise3. Lack of budget and time to migrate existing VMware workloads. As an IT Professional evaluating the impact of new VMware licensing terms, you face important decisions regarding future operations and potential migration to AWS cloud-native services. This session addresses cost effective strategies and tools that help reduce the cost and timeline of a cloud native migration. Cognizant works with clients with complex enterprise IT workloads to modernize and develop a cost-effective migration strategy and roadmap.

VMware Migration Strategies

The landscape around leveraging VMWare with AWS has changed dramatically in the past year. In this session, Presidio will discuss some of these changes, reasons to migrate VMWare workloads to AWS, and share insights working with customers. We’ll discuss the challenges in migrating from VMware to AWS Native Services,  and review the criteria for a successful VMware-to-AWS migration project. Join us to learn more about Presidio’s cloud migration services.Key Takeaways:1). Key Considerations for a VMware-to-AWS Migration2). Challenges in Migrating from VMware to AWS Native Services3). Success Criteria for a VMware-to-AWS Migration Project

The Culture of Cloud: Navigating the Shift from VMware to AWS for Modern IT Transformation

In the evolving landscape of cloud computing, VMware customers face an inflection point spurred by Broadcom's recent acquisition of VMware. This podcast explores the strategic considerations for organizations assessing the future of their VMware workloads amidst new challenges and rising costs. Join us as we unpack why cloud migration—specifically to AWS—has become a more compelling choice for companies seeking to modernize IT infrastructure. We delve into the risks, costs, and cultural shifts associated with leaving behind traditional client-server models in favor of scalable, cloud-native architectures. Featuring insights on compliance, security, and operational continuity, this episode provides a roadmap for CIOs and IT leaders to harness cloud transformation as a pathway to resilience and competitive advantage.
Key Takeaways:
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware is driving customers to reconsider their IT strategies—with AWS emerging as a preferred choice for modernization due to its scalability, cost-effectiveness, and security advantages.
A “lift-and-shift” to AWS provides immediate relief from rising VMware costs and allows companies to maintain operations now while gradually optimizing for cloud-native capabilities over time.
Migrating to AWS strengthens security and compliance, reduces operational risks, and enables future-proofing, making it a practical and strategic option for VMware customers facing uncertainty.

Unlocking the Future: Seamless Migrations to AWS with Insight

Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the compelling reasons behind transitioning from VMware to AWS. Discover how this move can significantly enhance your organization's cost efficiency, performance, scalability, and compliance.
Understand the driving factors behind this strategic move and how it can benefit your organization. Learn how to define and achieve desired outcomes in terms of cost, performance, scalability, and compliance. Explore various migration paths and choose the one that best suits your needs. Assess the extent of change involved and how to manage it effectively, while tackling common concerns about migrating away from VMware.
Ensure your workloads are secure and meet governance requirements, and achieve and maintain high performance standards. Gain insights into migrating specific workloads from on-premises to AWS, and understand the role of data transition and AI in optimizing your migration process.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and practical tips for a seamless VMware to AWS migration. Register now to secure your spot!
 
Key Takeaways:
VMware To AWS: Why even do this transition?
Deciding the outcomes
Cost, Performance, and Scalability, Compliance
Insight’s Practice
Different  migration paths
Concerns people have about migrating away from VMware
Migrating specific workloads from on-prem to AWS
Data Transition and AI

Navigating VMware to AWS: The Fastest Path to Success

Migrating from on-prem VMware environments to AWS is becoming a strategic priority for many organizations following Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. This podcast is designed to help IT decision-makers navigate the complexities and market uncertainties in managing VMware environments post-acquisition. We’ll discuss the typical challenges a VMware migration to AWS presents and how organizations can take proactive steps to overcome them, highlighting several real-world Caylent client examples.