This is an integrated cloud offering jointly developed by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and VMware, combined with Kyndryl's deep expertise on managed infrastructure services. This offering helps customers to: • Modernize and future proof their existing applications. • Minimize the complexity and associated risks of managing diverse environments. • Extend the value of lifecycle of enterprise applications VMware Cloud on AWS brings a host of benefits when it comes to leveraging cloud native services. Kyndryl Cloud Native Services are designed to harness the power of the cloud, taking full advantage of the scalability, flexibility, and agility provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Through seamless integration with AWS services, VMware Cloud on AWS empowers organizations to enhance their application capabilities and fully exploit the benefits of cloud native services while leveraging their existing VMware investments. Enterprises can now strengthen the focus on their digital needs by changing their operating models from infrastructure projects to infrastructure products.

How Kyndryl adds value:

Flexible Service Elements Based Approach: This aims to deliver consulting and technology services that align with the AWS MAP (Migration Acceleration Program) and Well-Architected Framework. This approach provides a comprehensive range of services to assess, migrate, manage, and modernize hybrid environments in line with best practices.

Readily Consumable Code Assets: These assets consist of pre-built automation tools, workstreams, and intellectual property specifically designed for VMware Cloud on AWS workloads. By utilizing these assets, enterprises can accelerate their transformation journey and benefit from increased efficiency and reduced time-to-value.

Meet the Clients where they are: The framework also emphasizes meeting clients at their current stage of transformation. Skilled practitioners from Kyndryl can engage with clients to deliver expertise and solutions that combine their existing VMware investments with AWS services. This approach allows enterprises to leverage their VMware infrastructure while benefiting from the capabilities and scalability of AWS, ultimately facilitating a streamlined path to VMware Cloud on AWS. Overall, with Kyndryl Cloud Native Services for VMware Cloud on AWS, enterprises can have a seamless and cost-effective way to move their VMware workloads to the cloud, while maintaining the same level of control, security, and performance they have come to expect from their on-premises environments.