Broadcom Isn’t Negotiating — It’s Dictating.
Enterprises are being hit hard: rigid product bundles that force you to overbuy, per-core licensing with inflated minimums, and opaque contracts designed to trigger compliance back-charges. There’s no room for negotiation — just pressure to accept inflated deals on Broadcom’s terms.
This white paper pulls back the curtain on how Broadcom is reshaping the VMware landscape. You’ll learn how these tactics work, why they’re driving 3x–10x cost increases, and what levers you still have to regain control. From rewriting key clauses to developing leverage that actually moves the needle, this guide shows how enterprise IT and procurement teams are preparing to hold the line in VMware renewals.