The annual VMware Explore conference kicked off in Las Vegas in a new situation with the company now being part of Broadcom, after its acquisition. 451 Research analysts Jean Atelsek, Melaney Posey, Henry Baltazar and Liam Eagle were there with host Eric Hanselman and this special episode captures their insights about what was happening at the conference and how things have changed. After acquisition, there have been significant changes in VMware’s go to market motion, including a repackaging of products, a change in licensing model and some upheaval in its partner ecosystem. There has been a renewed focus on simplifying the private cloud experience to offer a more competitive position relative to hyperscale cloud providers. There has been a strong push on the merits of a private cloud-based AI approach, identifying benefits in cost, security and privacy. All of this momentum is being driven by a new version of VMware Cloud Foundation – VCF 9. There is lots of promise, but like the delivery date for VCF 9, specifics can be elusive. More S&P Global Content: Broadcom hits the reset button on VMware packaging, pricing, licensing and partnerships Changes at VMware as Broadcom takes over, but multicloud VCF remains the spear tip Credits: Host/Author: Eric Hanselman Guests: Jean Atelsek, Melanie Posey, Henry Baltazar, Liam Eagle Producer/Editor: Odesha Chan Published With Assistance From: Sophie Carr, Feranmi Adeoshun, Kyra Smith