Sangfor Technologies, a global leader in cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions, has been named a Sample Vendor in Gartner’s A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition report, published March 18, 2025. We believe, Sangfor Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) has been recognized as a tactical alternative for organizations seeking to modernize infrastructure while mitigating risks associated with VMware’s acquisition by Broadcom.
According to Gartner: “I&O Leaders Must Rapidly Identify the Most Suitable VMware Alternatives for Their Environment.” We believe, Sangfor HCI is specifically cited 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 (e.g., compute and storage) 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 (e.g., Veeam and Commvault) simplify migration efforts.”
Key advantages of HCI highlighted in the report include:
- “I&O leaders exploring a different hypervisor and facing end-of-life infrastructure are seeking to implement an integrated hardware and software solution with unified management capabilities.”
- “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 smallscale, highly centralized environment and support a myriad of edge use cases. Migration tools native to many HCI or data protection products simplify migration efforts.”
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Complementing its Gartner recognition, Sangfor HCI is engineered to address the unique challenges enterprises face when migrating from VMware, offering 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.
- Dedicated Support: Sangfor provides exceptional support throughout the entire sales cycle, including sales, presales, and aftersales. Our operators are available 24/7 to assist our customers and partners.
- Established Reputation: Sangfor HCI is recoginzed as a “Strong Performer” in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software. This distinction is based on real-world feedback from Sangfor HCI users, which we believe reflects the solution’s ability to meet diverse business needs and provide reliable, high-performance results.
Executive Insight
“To us, being recognized by Gartner as a VMware alternative validates our commitment to delivering agile, future-ready infrastructure solutions,” said Darren Du, VP of Sangfor International Marketing. “As organizations navigate post-Broadcom challenges, Sangfor HCI enables them to modernize without sacrificing stability or incurring excessive costs. Our focus remains on empowering enterprises to transform operations while maintaining control over their IT ecosystems.”
Strategic Implications for Enterprises
“Choose strategic approaches only if you are prepared to invest in a new operational model, transform your operations and upskill your talent pool. Consider how your application placement strategy influences the selection of a platform alternative to VMware.” Gartner says. 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:
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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
- Download the Gartner report (client access required)
- Explore Sangfor HCI solutions
- Contact Us for Business Inquiry
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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About Sangfor Technologies
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.
