Gartner has recognized Sangfor Technologies, a global leader in cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions, as a Sample Vendor in its latest report, “A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition.” Sangfor Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) has been highlighted for its ability to mirror VMware’s stack, enabling smoother transitions and reduced operational disruption. ### Why HCI Emerges as a Key Alternative
Gartner emphasizes that HCI can provide all the resources required to run a small-scale, highly centralized environment and support a myriad of edge use cases. Migration tools native to many HCI or data protection products simplify migration efforts. Some key advantages of HCI highlighted in the report include:
• HCI is currently deployed within the technology ecosystems supporting specific workloads. • Scaling existing HCI solutions up and out and migrating workloads to a unified platform accelerates migrations and eliminates the need to reskill. • HCI can provide all the resources (e.g., compute and storage) required to run a small-scale, highly centralized environment and support a myriad of edge use cases. ### About Sangfor HCI – Unlock the Future of Virtualization
Complementing its Gartner recognition, Sangfor HCI is engineered to address the unique challenges enterprises face when migrating from VMware. It offers a blend of familiarity, performance, and innovation. • VMware-like Architecture: Seamlessly integrates with existing VMware tools and workflows, minimizing retraining and cultural resistance. • Perpetual or Subscription License: Sangfor HCI offers both perpetual and subscription licensing, giving customers the flexibility to choose between long-term ownership or lower upfront costs with subscription scalability. • Cost-saving Migration Assessment: Customized analysis of existing VMware environments to identify cost-saving opportunities and technical dependencies. • Minimized-Downtime Migration Tools: Leveraging Sangfor’s proprietary migration suite, enterprises can seamlessly transfer workloads without disrupting operations. • Enhanced Security: Built-in AI-driven threat detection and compliance frameworks ensure secure workloads post-migration, addressing critical concerns in regulated industries. ### Strategic Implications for Enterprises
Gartner advises enterprises to consider how their application placement strategy influences the selection of a platform alternative to VMware. Sangfor is here to guide your VMware migration with a structured, risk-averse approach designed to honor your existing investments while building trust in the transition. ### Three-Step Approach
Sangfor recommends the following three-step approach:
1. Hybrid Coexistence
Maintain parallel operations between VMware and Sangfor HCI to ensure business continuity. Test Sangfor’s platform in non-critical workloads while retaining VMware for legacy systems. 2. Phased Migration & Disaster Recovery
Execute incremental workload transitions with built-in safeguards like real-time replication and automated rollback. Leverage Sangfor’s minimized-downtime migration tools to mitigate risks during cutovers. 3. Full Transition to Sangfor
Decommission VMware infrastructure after validating performance, security, and cost savings. Complete the switch to Sangfor’s unified platform, supported by 24/7 managed services and proactive health monitoring. ### Looking Ahead
For organizations seeking immediate alternatives, Sangfor HCI offers a pragmatic path with minimal retraining and proven integration into existing technology stacks. Sangfor’s inclusion in the report reinforces its growing influence in the global infrastructure market. As enterprises accelerate cloud and edge initiatives, Sangfor continues to innovate its HCI portfolio, recently enhancing AI-driven automation and multicloud interoperability features. ### Additional Resources
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### Sources
Gartner, A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition, Julia Palmer, Jeffrey Hewitt, Mike Cisek, 18 March 2025. Gartner, Voice of the Customer for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software, By Peer Contributors, Published September 27, 2024
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Sangfor Technologies is an APAC-leading provider of cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI-driven infrastructure solutions. With a presence in over 50 countries and regions, Sangfor helps enterprises and governments optimize IT operations while securing digital transformation journeys.