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Why IT Leaders Are Seeking VMware Alternatives

Scale Computing CEO Series: VMware Alternatives

 

The ripple effects of the VMware acquisition by Broadcom at the close of 2023 continues to be felt across the IT world, sparking uncertainty among customers and partners alike. From rising costs to discontinued product lines and shifting roadmaps, many organizations are now reevaluating their reliance on VMware. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your systems, simplifying your IT infrastructure, and saving significant management time, you’re not alone.

In a new video, Scale Computing CEO Jeff Ready, sheds some light on how Scale Computing offers a practical and cost-effective VMware alternative for those who feel trapped in a cycle of escalating costs and operational headaches.

As Jeff notes, many customers have built their VMware-based systems incrementally over time, leading to a tangled “ball of twine” that feels increasingly convoluted, costly, and hard to manage. While the thought of migrating to a new solution can seem daunting, it’s also an opportunity to embrace a simpler, more streamlined future. Scale Computing’s solutions are purpose-built to simplify IT operations, enabling organizations to reduce management overhead by up to 90%.

One of the key concerns for IT leaders exploring VMware alternatives is compatibility. “Can this alternative run my workloads?” is often the first question. Scale Computing answers this with confidence, offering a seamless migration that doesn’t take years of effort. Jeff highlights how the SC//Platform effortlessly integrates with existing systems, from backups to security tools, minimizing disruption and easing the path to modernization.

But the benefits go beyond just functionality. Organizations that make the switch to Scale Computing experience transformative changes in how IT is managed. With a system designed from the ground up to minimize complexity, IT teams are freed from the endless cycle of ‘bolted- on’ fixes and managing siloed systems. As Jeff explains in the video, customers frequently return after a few months to share how Scale Computing’s solutions have “changed their life as an IT person.”

If you’re ready to simplify, reduce costs, and embrace a modernized way to manage your infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to explore your options. Watch the full video to hear directly from Jeff and learn how Scale Computing can transform your IT operations today.

About Scale Computing 
Scale Computing is a leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions. Scale Computing HC3 software eliminates the need for traditional virtualization software, disaster recovery software, servers, and shared storage, replacing these with a fully integrated, highly available system for running applications. Using patented HyperCore™ technology, the HC3 self-healing platform automatically identifies, mitigates, and corrects infrastructure problems in real-time, enabling applications to achieve maximum uptime. When ease-of-use, high availability, and TCO matter, Scale Computing HC3 is the ideal infrastructure platform. Read what our customers have to say on Gartner Peer Insights, Spiceworks, TechValidate and TrustRadius.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Your data, safe and sound: How CloudM Backup helps you sleep at night

Data breaches are rising, costing businesses an average of $4.88M per incident. With a growing cybersecurity skills gap, IT teams are turning to automated solutions like CloudM Backup to stay ahead of threats.

A smarter way to safeguard your user data

One way to keep your data safe is by ensuring that you have a rigorous yet flexible backup process in place. Frequent backups enable you to restore lost or corrupt data and ensure that your teams can continue working. 

This is where CloudM Backup comes in. CloudM Backup ensures your business recovers quickly from data loss, minimizing downtime and disruption. Here are some of the key features that keep your emails, drive items and calendar data safe.

Quickly identify and remove gaps in your data protection setup

CloudM Backup’s modern, insightful dashboard gives you full visibility of the state of your backups and associated policies. See at a glance which users aren’t protected and swiftly amend your backup policies to ensure all vital business data is secured.

Image: Access the dashboard to identify which users are not covered by an existing backup policy.

Use notifications to stay up to date

Set up email notifications for any element of your backup process and get updates delivered straight into your inbox. This is particularly useful in situations where manual intervention may be needed, such as if a backup fails multiple times.

Image: Set up granular notifications so you know when your processes aren’t running smoothly.

 

Beyond backups: Advanced security features you can rely on

Backup has a host of further security features that may be less obvious but no less important than dashboards and notifications. These include:

Recover deleted emails

Restore lost messages from previous backups, ensuring vital conversations do not get lost.

Avoid vendor lock-in

Stay in control of your data by storing backups in your AWS or GCP environment.

Customize backup frequency (coming soon)

Automatically adjust backup schedules based on team or location-specific policies.

 

Getting started is quick and easy

CloudM Backup simplifies data protection with powerful yet user-friendly features. From hero features such as its modern dashboard which delivers key insights at a glance and customizable notifications delivered straight to your inbox, to powerful background functionality, you can rely on CloudM Backup to keep your vital business data safe. It doesn’t take long to get started, either: You can set up reliable yet flexible backup policies in as little as 5 steps. Book a demo now to find out more.

With CloudM Backup, you can backup the following Calendar data:

  • Events and meetings: We back up and restore meeting which include meeting links, including Zoom links. We do not back up events without meeting links.

Yes, you can back up recurring meetings with CloudM Backup.

We do not back up Tasks at the moment.

In Google Calendar, attachments are a link to a Drive item. We will back up the item if the user’s Drive is also being backed up and restore the meeting with the link included. The Drive file itself can be backed up separately if required.

These will be backed up as event attendees. Handling of edge cases, such as when a user tries to restore an event and the resource has since become occupied, will be handled by your Workspace administrator.

The default frequency for backing up Calendar is 8 hours.

Please check our knowledge base for detailed information on how to restore a

backup of Google Calendar.

About CloudM
CloudM is an award-winning SaaS company whose humble beginnings in Manchester have grown into a global business in just a few short years.

Our team of tech-driven innovators have designed a SaaS data management platform for you to get the most from your digital workspace. Whether it’s Microsoft 365, Google Workspace or other SaaS applications, CloudM drives your business through a simple, easy-to-use interface, helping you to work smarter, not harder.

By automating time-consuming tasks like IT admin, onboarding & offboarding, archiving and migrations, the CloudM platform takes care of the day-to-day, allowing you to focus on the big picture.

With over 35,000 customers including the likes of Spotify, Netflix and Uber, our all-in-one platform is putting office life on auto-pilot, saving you time, stress and money.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Scalability: Building for the future by starting right today

From SaaS platforms supporting millions of users to APIs enabling seamless integrations, scalability is foundational for businesses to thrive in 2025 and beyond. Yet, achieving true scalability remains elusive for many organizations. The challenges lie not only in the tools we use but in the very architecture of the systems we build.

The scalability bottleneck: APIs under strain

APIs are the glue that binds modern digital ecosystems, enabling systems to communicate and work together. However, many APIs today face significant bottlenecks. For instance, with SaaS service APIs that vendors offer up for general use, we see everything from explicit throttling (e.g., “come back later” type responses) to slow responses or outright intermittent failures. These common issues limit their usefulness, and as businesses grow and integration demands increase, these bottlenecks become critical barriers. For us to move forward with better and tighter integrations between systems, we need the APIs to scale to higher volume use. An API that can’t handle high volumes is effectively pointless. The value of an API lies in its reliability and capacity — usable not just occasionally or under ideal conditions but consistently and at scale. Without this, businesses are left with “just enough” functionality that falls short of real-world demands.

Is the root cause architectural complexity?

Probably. It’s difficult to know what the limiting factors are from the outside, but it appears that one of the biggest challenges to scalability is that some services — for one reason or another, which I’ll get into later — are built on an architecture that is difficult to scale to higher volume use. The truth is that many services today are built on architectures that were never designed to handle the scale they now face. (More on this in the next section.) For example, a service dependent on a central database might experience diminishing returns when additional API front-end nodes are introduced. The database becomes a choke point — an architectural bottleneck that cannot be overcome by merely adding resources. Elastic scaling promises easy solutions, but in reality, scaling a service often requires more than increasing hardware resources. It demands a foundational shift in how the system is designed. Retrofitting a system to scale can be akin to replacing the foundation of a house while living in it —technically possible but fraught with challenges and runaway costs.

The high cost of shortcuts

In the rush to bring products to market, startups often face immense pressure to deliver something they can showcase to stakeholders, investors, or potential customers. To meet these demands, it’s tempting to cobble together systems that “mostly fit.” This approach allows them to quickly demonstrate the viability of their idea and gain early traction. However, this expediency often comes at a significant long-term cost. The patchwork nature of such systems creates an underlying complexity that is difficult — and sometimes impossible — to scale effectively. Early success can mask these architectural flaws, and as the product gains market traction, securing business approval for a complete re-architecture becomes increasingly difficult. After all, why invest in fixing something that appears to be working? The irony is that while these shortcuts may save time initially, they often result in delays, frustrations, and limitations in the long run. Organizations find themselves unable to “throw hardware at the problem,” as the underlying complexity prevents effective scaling. Importantly for the fast-moving startups, investors are not blind to this either — technical due diligence is undertaken precisely to uncover if the proverbial castle is built on sand.

The way forward: Simplicity in architecture

To build scalable systems, simplicity must be the guiding principle. It must be built on the “simplest possible” architecture. As the saying goes, “All computers wait at the same speed.” No amount of hardware can compensate for a poorly designed architecture. Simplicity not only reduces costs and increases reliability but also lays the groundwork for systems that can grow seamlessly with demand. This requires a shift in industry mindset. Businesses and engineers alike must prioritize proper engineering and thoughtful architecture from the outset. While the benefits of this approach may not be immediately apparent, they will pay dividends over the lifecycle of the system.

A call to action: Invest in good design

The best way to solve scalability challenges is to avoid creating them in the first place. This begins in the architectural phase of development. Engineers must approach design with a critical eye, recognizing that complexity is the enemy of scalability. Businesses must be willing to invest in thoughtful engineering, even if it means slowing down initial development to build systems that will last. “Slow down to go fast” may be a platitude, but it holds true when it comes to scalability. While easy to say, it requires hard decisions and deliberate effort to design scalable systems from the outset. Thoughtfully built systems not only handle current demands but will scale seamlessly as needs evolve.

Conclusion: Building for a scalable future

Scalability is not just a technical challenge — it’s a strategic imperative. Organizations that succeed in 2025 and beyond will be those that prioritize simplicity, invest in thoughtful architecture, and resist the temptation to cut corners. By addressing scalability challenges head-on, businesses can build systems that not only meet today’s needs but are ready to grow with the demands of tomorrow. The future of scalability is in our hands: Let’s design it deliberately.

About Keepit
At Keepit, we believe in a digital future where all software is delivered as a service. Keepit’s mission is to protect data in the cloud Keepit is a software company specializing in Cloud-to-Cloud data backup and recovery. Deriving from +20 year experience in building best-in-class data protection and hosting services, Keepit is pioneering the way to secure and protect cloud data at scale.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

What is Service Integration and Management (SIAM)?

Introduction to Service Integration and Management 

Imagine an orchestra: each section—strings, wind instruments, percussion—plays its part, but only together do they create a perfect symphony. This orchestra is the modern company, with all its services, both internal and those provided externally. 

In the IT world, Service Integration and Management (SIAM) plays the role of the “conductor,” coordinating different service providers to deliver an optimal and uninterrupted IT experience. 

SIAM, therefore, provides a structured approach to unifying service delivery, improving collaboration, accountability, performance, and coordination among all providers. This is a crucial role in the type of ecosystem in which today’s companies operate. 

In this article, we will explore in detail the characteristics, functionalities, benefits, and challenges of Service Integration and Management. We will outline the three main SIAM models and also provide a look at future trends and the challenges they bring.  

 

What is Service Integration and Management (SIAM)? 

As mentioned at the beginning, Service Integration and Management is a framework that integrates and coordinates IT services provided by multiple vendors. 

More concretely, it is not just a management approach but an operational philosophy that aims to create consistency and value in an increasingly fragmented IT landscape that evolves at an ever-faster pace. 

All this happens with a continuous and automated improvement perspective. 

The Main Objectives of Service Integration and Management 

The objectives of adopting the SIAM framework are numerous and interconnected. 
However, the main ones can be summarized in four key points: 

  1. Service Integration: Unifying processes and operational flows to eliminate inefficiencies and ensure overall higher service quality. 
  2. Assignment of Responsibilities: Clearly defining roles for providers, reducing conflicts, overlaps, and misunderstandings. 
  3. Optimal Collaboration: Encouraging a collaborative culture among providers, with a focus on common goals. This is essentially the combined result of the two previous points. 
  4. Risk Reduction and Increased Security: Minimizing operational issues arising from disjointed service management, avoiding disruptions, and at the same time enhancing overall security levels. 

How Does Service Integration and Management Work? 

  1. Centralized Governance

Governance is the heart of Service Integration and Management systems. An effective governance structure ensures that all providers are aligned with business needs. 

In practice, this means centralized dashboards and reporting, through which processes and results can be monitored, problems resolved, and opportunities for continuous improvement identified. 

 

  1. Well-Defined Roles

One of the founding principles of SIAM is a clear definition of roles and responsibilities. Specifically: 

  • Client: The organization that requests services and sets objectives. 
  • Service Provider: The vendors that deliver the requested services. 
  • Service Integrator: The entity responsible for coordinating and aligning providers. 

  1. Enabling Technologies

After governance and role definition, it is time for actual enablement through technology. At this stage, it is essential to pay close attention to the specific characteristics and needs of each company. 

ITSM solutions like EV Service Manager enable service integration, performance monitoring, and the automation of complex processes with an increasingly customized approach. 

  1. Alignment with ITIL Practices

SIAM integrates seamlessly with established frameworks like ITIL. 

A practical example: ITIL defines processes and best practices for IT service management, while Service Integration and Management ensures that these processes are implemented consistently across multiple providers. 

For an overview of ITIL’s definition and importance, see this article on our blog. 

The Benefits of Service Integration and Management 

The benefits of implementing Service Integration and Management systems are numerous and interconnected. Some are immediate and act in the short term, while others are more indirect and yield results over longer time horizons. 
Below are the most decisive ones: 

  1. Transparency

Centralized management provides a clear view of activities and performance for each provider. 

  1. Operational Efficiency

Coordination among providers eliminates duplications and work overlaps, minimizing waste, improving process efficiency, and reducing costs. 

  1. Improved Service Quality

Through integration and collaboration among providers, SIAM ensures more consistent and higher-quality IT services. This is a crucial advantage for any company. 

  1. Risk Reduction

A centralized management approach allows for the rapid and effective identification and mitigation of operational risks—a point already highlighted earlier in this article. 

  1. Greater Alignment with Business Objectives

SIAM systems ultimately ensure that all providers work toward achieving business goals, increasing the overall value of IT services. 

Service Integration and Management: Three Models Compared 

There are three main SIAM models, which differ in structure and approach. Each brings specific advantages and limitations. 
Here’s an overview: 

  1. Internal Service Integrator

In this model, the company internally manages service integration. A dedicated team or department coordinates and manages various providers. 

  • Advantages: Maximum control, complete oversight of every aspect of integration, higher customization levels. 
  • Limitations: Requires high internal expertise, has high operational costs, and carries management risks (e.g., staff turnover or lack of specific skills). 

  1. External Service Integrator

In this model, the company outsources service integration to a third-party specialist. This external integrator is responsible for managing and coordinating all service providers and, in some cases, may also be one of the providers. 

  • Advantages: External integrators bring experience, best practices, and advanced industry expertise. They often offer cost-effective solutions and allow companies to focus on their core activities. 
  • Limitations: Loss of direct control, potential misalignment between the company and the provider, and complexities in communication and workflows. 

  1. Hybrid Service Integrator

The hybrid model combines the advantages of internal and external models. Organizations retain some integration functions internally while outsourcing others to a specialized provider. This approach offers flexibility, balancing strategic control and operational efficiency. 

However, success depends on how well this delicate balance is set up. 

Challenges of a Service Integration and Management Approach 

Regardless of the chosen SIAM model, its implementation comes with challenges. Among them: 

  • Resistance to Change: Providers and internal teams may be reluctant to adopt new operational methods. 
  • Initial Complexity: Setting up a SIAM system requires a significant investment in resources and time. 
  • Communication: Ensuring effective communication among multiple providers is a complex task that requires advanced tools and well-defined processes. 
  • Continuous Monitoring: To keep the system running smoothly, constant monitoring and regular performance analysis are necessary. 

Future Trends in Service Integration and Management 

With the ever-evolving IT landscape, SIAM systems are rapidly adapting to face new challenges and leverage emerging opportunities. 
Here are three major trends on the horizon: 

  1. Advanced Automation

The integration of AI and machine learning is already transforming SIAM. Automated systems can identify problems before they occur and suggest solutions, reducing human workload. 

  1. SIAM-as-a-Service

More and more companies are exploring “as-a-service” models, relying on external providers to manage the entire integration and coordination process. The outsourced model seems to be the winning approach. 

  1. Focus on Sustainability

Organizations are beginning to incorporate sustainability metrics into SIAM management, including eco-friendly practices in contracts and processes. This is demanded by regulators and increasingly valued by customers. 

 Conclusion 

Service Integration and Management is an essential approach for managing complex multi-vendor environments. Through centralized and integrated management, SIAM helps organizations improve service quality, reduce risks, and optimize resources. 

For organizations wanting to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape, adopting SIAM is not just a strategic choice—it is an increasingly urgent necessity. 

 FAQ 

  1. What is Service Integration and Management?
    A framework that integrates and coordinates IT service providers to ensure efficient management aligned with business goals.
  2. How is SIAM implemented?
    Through a combination of governance, advanced ITSM tools, and clearly defined roles.
  3. What are the future trends in SIAM?
    Automation, “as-a-service” models, and a stronger focus on sustainability.
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About EasyVista  
EasyVista is a leading IT software provider delivering comprehensive IT solutions, including service management, remote support, IT monitoring, and self-healing technologies. We empower companies to embrace a customer-focused, proactive, and predictive approach to IT service, support, and operations. EasyVista is dedicated to understanding and exceeding customer expectations, ensuring seamless and superior IT experiences. Today, EasyVista supports over 3,000 companies worldwide in accelerating digital transformation, enhancing employee productivity, reducing operating costs, and boosting satisfaction for both employees and customers across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, education, and manufacturing.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

GREYCORTEX Mendel 4.4 Released

We have released a new service version of GREYCORTEX Mendel.

Version 4.4 introduces a transition to the new CentOS operating system, enabling us to deliver more advanced functionalities in future versions, including:

  • Completely redesigned user rights management with native integration to identity services, supporting SSO and MFA.
  • High availability with collector redundancy (Phase 1).
  • Vulnerability mapping (CVE) tailored for OT devices.
  • Threat Intelligence 2.0 features a custom source definition with automated data processing.
  • Redesigned NBA events, leveraging the UnTE (tagging) engine for improved correlation.
  • Logical sensors optimized for MSSP deployment.
  • Application data analysis for deeper operational insight and environment identification.

The rollout of version 4.4 for existing customers started gradually in February 2025.

 

About GREYCORTEX
GREYCORTEX uses advanced artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data mining methods to help organizations make their IT operations secure and reliable.

MENDEL, GREYCORTEX’s network traffic analysis solution, helps corporations, governments, and the critical infrastructure sector protect their futures by detecting cyber threats to sensitive data, networks, trade secrets, and reputations, which other network security products miss.

MENDEL is based on 10 years of extensive academic research and is designed using the same technology which was successful in four US-based NIST Challenges.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

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