The conversation discusses the recent changes in the VMware licensing landscape and its impact on customers and clients. The three main themes identified are:

1) Changes in the VMware partner program

2) Changes in VMware licensing and product offerings, and

3) The divestment of the VMware Horizon platform and the creation of a new company called Omnisa.

The conversation explores the immediate impacts of these changes and the options available to customers. The main takeaways include the need for customers to reevaluate their licensing and support options, consider the benefits of working with a cloud services provider, and explore alternative solutions like Citrix. The conversation discusses the benefits of moving to a hosting model and the potential cost savings. It also explores the challenges of VMware licensing and the changes in license usage calculations. The experts highlight the expertise and experience of working with a provider like Evolve IP, who can handle the infrastructure and support. They emphasize the scalability and ease of use of virtualized services, particularly in terms of desktop virtualization. The conversation also touches on the migration process and the importance of security and customer experience in IT decision-making. Takeaways: The VMware partner program has been re-architected, leading to changes in how partners engage with VMware and procure licensing. VMware has simplified its product offerings and introduced a subscription-based licensing model. The VMware Horizon platform has been divested and rebranded as Omnisa, offering a standalone solution for end-user computing. Customers need to navigate the changes in licensing, support, and product offerings and consider working with a cloud services provider for additional benefits. Citrix is also undergoing changes in its licensing and pricing structures, providing customers with alternative options.

Moving to a hosting model can eliminate the need for in-house infrastructure management and support. Changes in VMware licensing and license usage calculations can lead to increased costs for some customers. Working with a provider like Evolve IP offers expertise and experience in delivering virtualized solutions at scale. Virtualized services provide scalability and ease of use, particularly in desktop virtualization. The migration process can vary depending on the customer's existing infrastructure and requirements. Security and customer experience are key considerations in IT decision-making.