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RT13: Navigating strategic choices in a changing virtualization landscape

Tuesday May 26, 2026 10:15 - 11:00 CEST Round table I

Partner: Dell Technologies

Speaker: Poul Kjeldgaard

Category: Round tables 10:15 - 11:00

Following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware and the simplification of the portfolio and licensing model, many organisations are reassessing how to best align their virtualization strategy with business priorities.
 This roundtable brings IT decision-makers together for an open peer discussion on four strategic responses that many organisations are considering: absorb the cost increase, optimise licensing and usage, explore negotiation levers, or assess alternative paths alongside existing investments. There is no single right answer, only different choices shaped by business needs, risk appetite, and long-term priorities. Join peers to exchange perspectives on trade-offs, lessons learned, and practical considerations. Which strategy makes the most sense in your organisation today and is there perhaps a fifth approach?

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Dell Technologies