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Home / Enablement Hub / Training / How to get started with VMware Cloud Foundation

How to get started with VMware Cloud Foundation

5th November 2024
Simplifying cloud infrastructure deployment and management

Simplifying cloud infrastructure deployment and management

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) is a comprehensive platform designed to streamline cloud management for Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs). It combines VMware’s key virtualization technologies—vSphere for compute, vSAN for storage, NSX for networking, and the Aria Suite to simplify infrastructure deployment and management.

The latest release in our How-To enablement series walks through the features of VCF, why it is a key tool for Crayon’s cloud partners and the resources available to support ongoing learning about the platform.

Session Details

Training Host: Poovendiran Ramasamy, Presales Technical Specialist, Crayon
Length: 11 minutes

Watch the full enablement session below and gain at at-a-glance summary of key takeaways further down the page.

Choosing your VCF Architecture Model

VCF offers two main architecture options, allowing flexibility depending on deployment size:

Consolidated Architecture

Ideal for smaller setups, where both management and user workloads run on a shared domain, managed by a single vCenter Server. As additional hosts are added, CSPs can scale to a standard architecture model.

Standard Architecture

In this model, management and user workloads are separated into different domains, providing enhanced scalability and autonomous management.

Key Benefit Takeaways

Key Benefit Takeaways

Simplified infrastructure management and reduced complexity are just the start of the advantages for partners when deploying VCF across various environments. Other benefits include:

1. Scalability and Flexibility

VCF’s flexible infrastructure supports easy expansion, allowing CSPs to scale services up or down based on client needs, providing agility and responsive solutions.

2. Enhanced Operational Efficiency

VCF automates provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management, freeing up resources and reducing the risk of errors. This automation allows CSPs to focus on strategic initiatives, delivering more value to clients.

3. Predictable Cost-Effectiveness

With its automation capabilities and flexible consumption models, VCF helps CSPs provide cost-effective, predictable pricing solutions, benefiting both your business and your customers.

 

4. Advanced Security and Compliance

Built-in security features such as micro-segmentation with NSX and encryption with vSAN ensure data protection and regulatory compliance, enhancing the overall security posture of CSP services.

5. Faster Time to Market and Innovation

VCF’s streamlined deployment processes enable CSPs to bring new services to market quickly, keeping them competitive and fostering continuous innovation.

6. Futureproofing

VCF is designed to evolve alongside technology advancements, allowing CSPs to continuously offer the latest features and capabilities to their clients.

Additional Learning Resources

Additional Learning Resources

VMware Holodeck

Virtualised lab for immersive, hands-on learning. Experiment with complex deployments and scenario troubleshooting.

Broadcom Education and Training portal

Visit support.broadcom.com and login with existing credentials or create a new account to access. Check out this quick intro for a preview of what to expect.

 

VMware Tech Zone

Use your existing Broadcom credentials to log in and access a huge library of technical knowledge on all VMware cloud and digital workspace solutions.

VMware Docs for VCF

Free knowledge library including guides for deployment, administration, operation and more.

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