Expert OpenShift Virtualization Consulting & VMware Migration
Shadow-Soft helps enterprises across the Southeast and U.S. modernize virtualization platforms with Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization. Based in Atlanta, we offer end-to-end consulting, from VMware migration assessments to production-ready OpenShift Virtualization deployments and team enablement.
Why Enterprises Trust Shadow-Soft
Certified Red Hat Partner
Recognized by Red Hat for OpenShift Virtualization consulting, implementation, and VMware migration expertise.
Atlanta-Based, National Reach
Boutique & Specialized
Proven Results
OpenShift Virtualization Consulting & Implementation Services
- VMware Migration Assessment
- Implementation & Deployment
- VMware Migration Program
- Team Enablement
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VMware Migration Assessment
VMware Migration Assessment
Time Frame: 4-6 Week Engagement
A comprehensive evaluation of your VMware environment and readiness for OpenShift Virtualization migration, delivering an actionable roadmap aligned with your virtualization modernization objectives.
Technical Outcomes:
- VMware infrastructure compatibility assessment against OpenShift Virtualization requirements
- Virtual machine migration feasibility and workload analysis
- Performance and resource optimization mapping
Business Outcomes:
- Virtualization modernization strategy with prioritized migration roadmap
- Cost optimization analysis with licensing savings projections
- Risk mitigation approach with migration timeline planning
Deliverables:
- Detailed OpenShift Virtualization Architecture Blueprint with VMware gap analysis
- VM Migration Assessment Matrix with workload categorization
- Implementation Roadmap with phased migration approach and resource plan
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Implementation & Deployment
OpenShift Virtualization Implementation
Time Frame: 12-14 Week Engagement
Deploys a production-grade OpenShift Virtualization platform utilizing enterprise-proven patterns, delivering a fully configured, secure, and operational environment with integrated VM management, networking, and storage.
Technical Outcomes:
- Production OpenShift Virtualization platform with enterprise-grade availability
- Comprehensive VM lifecycle management with automated provisioning
- Integrated networking and storage with performance optimization
Business Outcomes:
- Accelerated VMware exit strategy with reduced licensing costs
- Enhanced virtualization efficiency through unified container and VM management
- Improved operational overhead through platform consolidation
Deliverables:
- Production-Ready OpenShift Virtualization Platform with as-built documentation
- VM migration runbooks and operational guides
- Performance validation with production readiness verification
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VMware Migration Program
VMware Migration Program
Time Frame: 8-12 Week Engagement
Our VMware Migration Program provides end-to-end services for moving your VMware workloads to OpenShift Virtualization with minimal business disruption. This comprehensive program combines our technical expertise with proven migration methodologies to ensure successful outcomes across assessment, planning, migration execution, and optimization phases.
Technical Outcomes:
- Successful migration of prioritized VMware workloads to OpenShift Virtualization with validated functionality and performance
- Automated migration processes for consistent, repeatable workload transitions with minimal manual intervention
- Optimized virtual machine configurations for enhanced performance, security, and resource utilization
Business Outcomes:
- Minimized business disruption through carefully orchestrated migration waves aligned with business priorities
- Reduced operational costs through platform consolidation, increased automation, and optimized resource utilization
- Accelerated digital transformation by establishing a foundation for containerization and application modernization
Deliverables:
- Migration execution plan with detailed wave planning, success criteria, and rollback procedures for risk mitigation
- Automated migration tooling and scripts customized for your specific environment and requirements
- Post-migration validation report documenting successful transitions and performance metrics with optimization recommendations
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Team Enablement
OpenShift Virtualization Team Enablement
Time Frame: 3-4 Week Engagement
Our OpenShift Team Enablement service prepares your IT staff to effectively manage, maintain, and optimize your OpenShift Virtualization environment. Through a combination of structured knowledge transfer, hands-on workshops, and customized documentation, we ensure your team develops the skills to operate the platform independently.
Technical Outcomes:
- Skilled operations team capable of managing day-to-day OpenShift Virtualization administration and troubleshooting
- Established procedures for environment maintenance including updates, scaling, and backup/recovery aligned with best practices
- Enhanced development team capabilities for deploying and optimizing virtualized workloads on the OpenShift platform
Business Outcomes:
- Reduced dependency on external support through comprehensive internal knowledge development and capability building
- Accelerated innovation through team empowerment and understanding of platform capabilities for new use cases
- Sustainable operational model ensuring continued value realization from your OpenShift investment
Deliverables:
- Customized training program including role-based learning paths and hands-on workshops for operations teams
- Comprehensive runbooks and standard operating procedures tailored to your specific environment requirements
- Skills assessment and certification roadmap with recommended learning paths for ongoing team development
Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization Consulting Outcomes We Deliver
- 30% faster VMware migration compared to internal teams alone
- Reduced licensing costs with unified container and VM platform management
- 99.99% uptime with HA-ready OpenShift Virtualization architecture
- Seamless integration with existing storage, networking, and backup systems
- Team enablement and training to accelerate virtualization platform adoption
The Business Impact of OpenShift Virtualization for Enterprise
Reduce VMware Licensing Costs
Significantly lower your virtualization expenses by migrating from costly VMware licensing to OpenShift Virtualization, delivering enterprise-grade VM management while optimizing your infrastructure budget.
Unified Platform Management
Eliminate operational silos by managing both virtual machines and containers through a single platform, reducing complexity while enabling your teams to leverage consistent tools and processes.
Strategic Path to Containerization
Maintain critical legacy workloads alongside modern containerized applications, creating a flexible migration path that respects your timeline while positioning your infrastructure for future innovation.
The Shadow-Soft Difference
Technical Leadership
Our leadership team will partner with you to make your OpenShift Virtualization vision a reality, providing strategic guidance on VMware migration strategies and containerization roadmaps that align with your business objectives.
Technical Excellence
We maintain deep technical expertise through our team of certified professionals, including Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization Specialists, Red Hat Certified Architects (RHCA), and virtualization architects who continuously upgrade their skills.
End-to-End Delivery Model
From VMware assessment to OpenShift Virtualization implementation to team enablement, we provide comprehensive services that ensure successful outcomes at every migration stage.
What Our Partners Say
"Shadow-Soft's inclusion in the Partner Practice Accelerator program is exciting. Their expertise in automation and application modernization will be invaluable to enterprises leveraging Red Hat technologies. This collaboration enables us to provide commercial customers with the solutions and support they need to successfully adopt Red Hat OpenShift and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform."
Richard SimeoneEast Commercial Sales Leader at Red Hat
Client Stories
HR Firm Escapes VMware Price Hike with OpenShift Virt in 255 Hours
Under pressure from Broadcom’s VMware price hikes, the client needed to switch to a secure alternative quickly. Shadow-Soft delivered a secure, production-ready OpenShift Virt environment despite major infrastructure gaps, limited access, and no in-house Kubernetes expertise.
Insurance Claims Provider Migrates from VMware to OpenShift Virtualization, Avoiding 400% License Price Increase
Insurance provider cuts costs by migrating from VMware to Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization, avoiding a 400% license price hike while enhancing scalability and future-proofing their IT infrastructure.
News and Resources
How Smart Teams Are Moving Off VMware After 3x–20x Price Hikes
You need to move off the platform. But where do you go? And how do you make sure you don’t end up in the same situation again?
Modernize with OpenShift Virtualization: A Journey Beyond Cost Savings
Learn why migrating to Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization is more than just a cost-saving measure – it's an opportunity to embark on a modernization journey.
Shadow-Soft Joins Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator Program
Shadow-Soft announces its participation in Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator, a specialized growth pathway for select partners with validated professional services delivery capabilities.
FAQ
How long does a typical migration to OpenShift Virtualization take?
A standard migration typically takes 8-16 weeks depending on environment complexity and number of VMs. This includes assessment, platform deployment, and phased workload migration phases.
What are the key benefits of migrating from VMware to OpenShift Virtualization?
Key benefits include reduced licensing costs, unified management of containers and VMs, improved resource utilization, enhanced security posture, and a clear path to containerization for appropriate workloads.
Which workloads are most suitable for migration to OpenShift Virtualization?
Most virtualized workloads are suitable candidates, but the best initial targets include development/test environments, stateless applications, and non-mission-critical systems. We conduct a thorough assessment to identify and prioritize migration candidates.
How do you ensure minimal disruption during migration?
We employ a carefully phased migration approach with comprehensive testing at each stage. Our methodology includes detailed pre-migration validation, parallel running where appropriate, and coordinated cutover windows based on application dependencies and business requirements.
What level of training do our teams need for OpenShift Virtualization?
Our enablement program provides comprehensive training tailored to your team's existing skill levels. For VMware administrators, we typically deliver a 4-week program covering OpenShift fundamentals, virtualization management, and operational procedures to ensure your team is fully capable of managing the environment.
What are the infrastructure requirements for OpenShift Virtualization?
OpenShift Virtualization runs on standard OpenShift infrastructure with additional considerations for storage performance, memory capacity, and network configuration to support VM workloads. Our assessment phase will identify specific requirements based on your workload characteristics.
Can we run both VMware and OpenShift Virtualization in parallel?
Yes, a parallel approach is common during migration phases. We establish proper connectivity and management processes to support both environments while gradually transitioning workloads according to the migration plan.
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