- Broadcom (AVGO, Financial) launches VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0, enhancing private cloud capabilities with 38% reduced memory TCO and 34% lower storage TCO.
- The new platform integrates advanced services, including VMware Private AI with NVIDIA, and reduces manual IT tasks by up to 70%.
- Partnerships with major tech firms like AMD, Microsoft Azure, Dell, and Google Cloud bolster its market positioning.
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) has announced the release of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0, a significant update to its private cloud platform. The new version aims to blend the agility of public cloud with the security and performance benefits of on-premises setups. VCF 9.0 offers a unified management framework for traditional, modern, and AI applications, delivering notable cost savings with up to 38% reduction in memory TCO and a 34% decrease in storage TCO.
Key improvements in VCF 9.0 focus on operational efficiency, developer experience, and security enhancements, including advanced sovereign computing features. It significantly reduces the workload on IT teams by automating manual tasks, resulting in a reduction of up to 70% in these activities and a 25-30% cut in power consumption.
The platform's new services, such as VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA and VMware Live Recovery, provide enhanced capabilities for AI workloads, disaster recovery, and security. VCF 9.0 also introduces a unified interface for easier management and improved cost control tools, addressing a common enterprise pain point of unpredictable expenses.
Broadcom's strategic partnerships with AMD, Microsoft Azure, Dell, and Google Cloud further strengthen the platform's positioning in the market, offering broad compatibility and support for hybrid cloud environments. These collaborations are expected to facilitate broader customer adoption and enhance the overall cloud strategy for enterprises looking to maintain control, performance, and cost-effectiveness in their IT infrastructure.
