In this episode of the tech session podcast, 'Modern Infrastructure edition', hosted by Christian Rolland, SVP of the modern infrastructure group at e360, and guest Devon Arsenault, a Principal Architect at e360, the discussion focuses on the significant shifts within the IT landscape following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware in 2023. The podcast covers the transition of VMware to a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, discontinuation of its perpetual licensing, and how these changes impact customers and the broader IT infrastructure landscape. The hosts delve into strategies for IT professionals to navigate these changes, including evaluating workloads, considering migration options, and understanding the implications for data center operations and planning. The episode was recorded in April 2024 amidst ongoing developments, such as regulatory scrutiny of the acquisition and continued support for some VMware perpetual licenses.

0:00 Ep. 4 - Tech Sessions - Navigating IT in a World Where Broadcom Owns VMware

00:15 Welcome to the Modern Infrastructure Tech Session Podcast

00:32 Navigating IT: The Broadcom-VMware Acquisition

03:09 Expert Insights: Devon Arsenault on VMware's Changes

05:01 Demystifying VMware's Transition: FUD vs. Fact

09:49 Broadcom's Acquisition: Innovation or Monetization?

14:41 Strategic Planning for IT Infrastructure Evolution

22:41 Workshop Offerings and Final Thoughts

25:46 Closing Remarks and Podcast Wrap-Up

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