The VMware landscape is shifting faster than anyone expected. Broadcom’s removal of nearly all Cloud Service Provider (CSP) partners has introduced immediate uncertainty for organizations relying on hosted VMware environments. Providers once seen as stable may soon lose support, and upcoming deadlines will restrict expansion, onboarding, and long-term continuity.
At the same time, this disruption offers a critical opportunity to get ahead of change. With a drastically smaller pool of approved CSPs, businesses can re-evaluate where their workloads belong, align with providers that offer long-term stability, and create a more resilient path forward before timelines narrow.
Broadcom’s decision eliminates all Registered partners and 95% of Premier-tier CSPs — leaving only a small group authorized to deliver VMware-based cloud, IaaS, and DRaaS services. For organizations using a provider not on that list, the countdown to required migration has already begun.
Key Deadlines to Know
- Oct 31, 2025: Last day discontinued CSPs can order core expansions
- Nov 1, 2025: No new customers allowed on discontinued CSPs
- Mar 31, 2027: End of service for all removed CSPs — regardless of contract
This affects more than 3.6 million VMware cores.
How Convergent Helps
Convergent works with authorized CSPs to deliver:
- Stable VMware hosting
- DRaaS & continuity modernization
- Migration assessments and planning
- AI-powered resilience strategies
- A predictable roadmap beyond the Broadcom changes
You don’t have to navigate this alone — and waiting will only shrink your options.
Let’s Evaluate Your VMware Path Forward
Whether you’re impacted today or uncertain about your provider’s standing, we can help you assess risk and build a clear transition plan.
Convergent can help you take control before Broadcom’s deadlines take control of you.