Briefing2 hours

VMware Cloud Foundation Briefing

In this briefing, we will look at VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) — both the strategy and the practical implementation. Understanding how VCF works, what its strengths/weaknesses are and how to best utilize VCF within your organization is key to properly leveraging VCF platform.

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Briefing: Introduction to VMware Cloud Foundation for the vSphere SME

Validate the use case. Understand the platform. Explore the advantages.

This session is designed for infrastructure professionals with a background in vSphere who are looking to deepen their understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). We'll take you through the journey from foundational concepts to practical insights — with a focus on why VCF matters, how it works, and where it adds value.

In this briefing, we'll cover:

🔹 What VCF is and how it delivers a consistent, automated platform across private cloud infrastructure

🔹 How core components like SDDC Manager, NSX, and vSAN integrate into a full-stack solution

🔹 Common misconceptions and key architectural distinctions

🔹 What it takes to operate VCF successfully, from lifecycle management to workload domains

🔹 Real-world guidance on mapping capabilities to technical and organizational outcomes

You'll leave with clarity on:

How to approach VCF with the right mindset and expectations

Where to dig deeper, whether you're at the 200, 300, or 400-level of technical understanding

Whether you're validating if VCF aligns with your goals or preparing to engage more deeply, this briefing equips you to make informed decisions and engage confidently.

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