If your business is thinking about quitting VMWare, watch this video. In this Cloud Sherpa episode, dive into the world beyond VMware as we explore viable alternatives for virtualization. We breakdown the pros and cons of five top contenders: Proxmox VE, Microsoft's Hyper V, Nutanix AHV, Harvester by SUSE, and open cloud orchestration platforms like OpenStack. Whether you're a small business or a mid-sized enterprise, find out which solution might be the best fit for your needs. If you missed our previous video on VMware's massive licensing changes, be sure to watch it first for better context. Join us as we help you navigate the next chapter of your IT infrastructure journey.

00:00 Introduction to Cloud Sherpa
00:52 VMware Licensing Changes
01:17 Exploring VMware Alternatives
02:07 Proxmox VE Overview
04:06 Microsoft Hyper-V Overview
05:54 Nutanix AHV Overview
07:55 Harvester Overview
09:47 Open Cloud Orchestration Platforms
11:46 Conclusion and Contact Information

🚀 Cloud Sherpa – Your Guide Through the Business Cloud
Welcome to Cloud Sherpa, the official YouTube hub of VocalPoint Consulting—a faith-driven, vendor-neutral technology advisory firm based in Orlando, Florida. Our channel is crafted to help executives, IT leaders, and decision-makers conquer the mountain of cloud complexity using straightforward guidance, integrity-first insights, and a Biblical worldview.

🔍 What We Cover:

• Demystifying Cloud Services – Learn best practices for cloud adoption, migration, and optimization in bite-sized episodes aimed at solving real business issues .
• AI, Automation & Cybersecurity – Dive into expert strategies for leveraging AI responsibly, automating core workflows, and guarding your operations—from detection to recovery—all rooted in our IT Compass™ Framework .
• Communications & Contact Centers – Explore unified communications and CCaaS options, with unbiased comparisons and tips for improving internal collaboration and customer experience.
• Infrastructure, Network & Data Strategy – From SaaS to SASE, DRaaS to hybrid cloud, we break down design, vendor selection, and implementation without the sales pressure.

🎯 Who We're For:
• Business leaders, CIOs, and IT pros tired of flashy demos and vendor hype.
• Organizations aiming to adopt trustworthy, scalable tech without unnecessary risk.
• Anyone who appreciates no-nonsense, ethically grounded advice—delivered with a dash of clever humor.

💡 Why Cloud Sherpa?
VocalPoint’s mission is clear: we’re not salespeople—we’re your sherpas. With over 700 partners and a commitment to prayerful decision-making, we deliver technology solutions tailored for growth, integrity, and long-term success.

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