Story image Enterprise IT leaders are facing growing frustration with software vendors who wield excessive control over their technology roadmaps. From restrictive licensing agreements to forced upgrades and shifting support models, IT departments often find themselves at the mercy of vendors rather than in control of their own digital strategies. What was once a partnership between enterprises and software providers has increasingly become a one-sided relationship where businesses are locked into high-cost, low-flexibility arrangements that serve the vendor’s bottom line more than the customer’s needs. VMware’s transition to subscription bundles following its acquisition by Broadcom is a prime example of this trend. Frustrated by escalating costs and restrictive bundling practices that force them to pay for tools they may not need or want, this shift has reportedly left nearly half of its customers exploring alternatives. VMware is not an anomaly. This trend is indicative of a broader shift in the industry that puts organisations in a bind, requiring them to either comply with vendor-imposed terms or seek new ways to retain control over their IT investments. When vendors call the shots Vendor lock-in isn’t just an inconvenience, it has real consequences for budgets, operations, and innovation. Licensing terms are […]
K&X Design and Investment Technology, LLC
Invest The Invisible Impact
K&X Design and Investment Technology, LLC
Invest The Invisible Impact
