What’s New in the Hybrid Data Center & Microsoft Cloud | February 2025

The Big News in February: Broadcom’s 2025 VMware Licensing Changes  As we step into 2025, VMware customers are once again facing significant (some good, some bad) changes. Notably, Broadcom has ended the sale of the Essentials Plus Kit, a cornerstone for many smaller VMware deployments, while reintroducing the Enterprise Plus licensing SKU. These changes bring both opportunities […]

Zero Trust and Putting Identity First

Creating an Identity Zero Trust Strategy Establishing an Identity Zero Trust strategy ensures that security measures align with business priorities. Create an Identity Zero Trust strategy from the outset to ensure your organization’s security measures align with business priorities. Outlining goals and expected results can help gain buy-in from key stakeholders along the way. Integrate […]

How to Handle Hypervisor Disruption

VMware has streamlined its portfolio and transitioned to a subscription model. The impact on some VMWare customers has been significant, specifically with the renewal process and the new core licensing requirements. The purpose of this blog is to provide an update on the trends being seen and to outline some conceptual options. Our team is […]

Evolve Your Cloud Vendor Management Program

Managing cloud vendors requires more than just contract oversight—it’s about building strategic partnerships that ensure security, compliance, and cost efficiency. Learn how to evolve your vendor management approach to align with business goals and mitigate risks.

7 Simple Ways to Improve your IT Security 

Want to improve IT security without breaking the bank? Here are 7 free ways to protect your business from phishing, ransomware, and cyber threats. From better spam protection and perimeter security to smarter backups and employee training, these simple yet powerful strategies help you lock down your data and stay ahead of attackers. Learn how to implement them now!

The ROI of Cloud is Productivity, a CEO’s Perspective….

A Perspective from the CEO’s Desk The big gain in adopting cloud-based services is certainly financial, but not always “directly” – I have a suspicion that as soon as I publish this, someone is going to say “Hey Mike, come on, you sell what you’re writing about, so how can we <insert skepticism here>?” While […]