Broadcom Renewal Risk Assessment

Question 1 of 7 📅

When is your next Broadcom/VMware contract renewal?

Broadcom renewals are aggressive. Starting preparation 12+ months early is essential to develop alternatives and leverage.

More than 12 months away

6 to 12 months away

3 to 6 months away Urgency is high

Less than 3 months or in negotiation

Question 2 of 7 💰

What price increase has Broadcom proposed at renewal?

Market reports indicate 2 to 10x increases. Some customers report even higher. Understanding your specific proposal is critical.

Under 50% increase

50 to 200% increase

200 to 500% increase

500%+ increase or not yet disclosed

Question 3 of 7 🛡️

Has Broadcom changed your support terms or service levels?

Broadcom has restructured support tiers, reduced some service levels, and changed response time commitments.

Support levels maintained

Minor support changes — manageable

Significant support reductions

Critical support capabilities removed or degraded

Question 4 of 7 📦

Is Broadcom requiring you to adopt product bundles you do not need?

The consolidation into VCF/VVF forces customers to pay for products they never used under the previous model.

Bundle matches our actual needs

Bundle includes minor unnecessary products

Significant products in bundle we do not use

Forced into bundle with major unused components

Question 5 of 7 🚪

Do you have a credible exit strategy or alternative platform?

Without an alternative, Broadcom has complete pricing power. Credible alternatives are essential leverage.

Yes — migration plan in progress

Alternative platform evaluated and viable

Aware of alternatives, no formal evaluation

No exit strategy — fully dependent on VMware

Question 6 of 7 📊

Have you assessed the full financial impact of the Broadcom changes?

Beyond licensing: factor in support changes, bundle waste, operational impact, and migration costs for comparison.

Full financial impact assessed

Licensing cost increase calculated

Only renewal proposal reviewed

No financial impact assessment done

Question 7 of 7 🤝

Have you engaged independent advisory for the Broadcom renewal?

Broadcom renewal negotiations are high-stakes. Independent advisors with market data and negotiation experience protect your position.

Yes — independent advisor engaged

Evaluating advisory support

Handling internally

No support — planning to accept terms

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Broadcom Renewal Risk Assessment

When is your next Broadcom/VMware contract renewal?

What price increase has Broadcom proposed at renewal?

Has Broadcom changed your support terms or service levels?

Is Broadcom requiring you to adopt product bundles you do not need?

Do you have a credible exit strategy or alternative platform?

Have you assessed the full financial impact of the Broadcom changes?

Have you engaged independent advisory for the Broadcom renewal?

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