VCF 9
VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9) heralds a new era for Private and Hybrid Cloud. It is not a traditional upgrade, but an entirely new Cloud operating model that combines the simplicity and scalability of Public Cloud with the control, security, and predictability of Private Cloud.
Fundaments – Broadcom VCSP Pinnacle Partner
Fundaments belongs to a very select group of strategic partners worldwide chosen by Broadcom to work with VMware Cloud Foundation 9. Fundaments has recently achieved the highest recognition within the VMware Cloud Service Provider program: the Broadcom VCSP Pinnacle Partner status. This underscores our deep VMware expertise and our proven ability to design, implement, and manage complex, enterprise-grade Private Cloud environments.
One integrated Cloud platform
VMware Cloud Foundation 9 has been developed as a fully integrated platform with a single lifecycle, a single operating model, and a consistent user experience. Where Private Cloud previously consisted of separate components and custom work, VCF 9 offers a cohesive Cloud stack in which all core functionalities are integrated as standard:
· Compute, storage, and networking
· Security and micro-segmentation
· Operations, monitoring, and lifecycle management
· Automation and self-service
This integration makes Private Cloud easier to manage and more predictable, while simultaneously supporting a broad spectrum of workloads. Both traditional enterprise applications and Cloud-native, container, and AI workloads run securely and efficiently on one unified architecture.
Control, simplicity, and lower costs
Through extensive automated lifecycle management across the entire stack, updates, patches, security, and compliance are executed centrally and consistently. This lowers operational complexity, reduces risks, and decreases the Total Cost of Ownership, while actually accelerating innovation.
VCF 9 thus brings together the best of both worlds: the flexibility of Public Cloud with the stability and sovereignty (control) of Private Cloud.
The foundation of the Fundaments Trusted Private Cloud
VMware Cloud Foundation 9 forms the core of the Fundaments Trusted (Dedicated and Shared) Private Cloud. This platform runs both existing business-critical applications and modern container and AI workloads, securely and scalably on one unified Cloud architecture.
VM-native and container-native workloads are supported and managed equally via a single platform, without disruptive migrations or parallel infrastructures. The environment can be deployed on-premises, at the edge, provider-managed, or in a hybrid configuration.
Security, sovereignty, and compliance by design
Security and compliance are integral parts of the VCF 9 platform. Combined with Fundaments' fully Dutch Cloud platform, this creates a sovereign Cloud environment where data, processes, and technology remain entirely under your own control. Fundaments delivers its Cloud and platform services from multiple geographically separated Tier3+ data centers in the Netherlands and complies with strict national and European laws and regulations, including GDPR and NIS2. This is supported by certifications such as ISO 27001, NEN 7510, and ISAE 3402, allowing organizations to demonstrably meet compliance requirements.
From infrastructure to enterprise Cloud
With VCF Advanced Services, VCF 9 evolves into a full-fledged enterprise Cloud platform. Services for Private AI, disaster recovery, ransomware recovery, secure access, application performance, data services, and cost insights turn IT into a reliable, scalable, and future-proof business service.
Guidance from strategy to realization
The transition to VMware Cloud Foundation 9 requires more than just technical implementation. Fundaments guides organizations through the entire journey, from Cloud strategy and architecture to migration, adoption, and management. Readiness assessments and sovereign scans provide insight and direction in advance, ensuring that choices are well-founded and future-proof.
With over 25 years of experience in Private Cloud, extensive VMware certifications, and Pinnacle VCSP Partner status, Fundaments offers security, continuity, and control — today and tomorrow.
Why Fundaments?
Sovereign Cloud: all your data on Dutch soil, 100% compliant with Dutch and European laws and regulations.
Standardized customization: an IT infrastructure that perfectly matches your organization, built from standard components and Multi Cloud ready.
Simple cost structure: transparent, predictable costs and pay-as-you-go pricing.
High-quality technology: premium technologies, fully certified according to the highest safety and quality standards.
Transparent and flexible: rapid scaling up and down, a user-friendly platform, and a clear exit strategy.
Valuable deployment of your IT staff: from daily management to strategic oversight, with a focus on your business goals.
Partnership: a dedicated client team with a personal approach, acting as an extension of your organization, supported by experienced Cloud experts.
Optimal price-performance: thanks to our experience and smart architectural choices, we achieve a unique balance between cost and performance.
From Cloud Verified to Sovereign Cloud
A few years ago, Fundaments achieved VMware Cloud Verified status: a recognition of our technical competence and quality. For us, this was not an endpoint, but a start. Under the motto “Go Beyond, Be The Best” we have further optimized our Cloud services. All processes, technologies, and operational workflows have been developed into an innovative, well-oiled Cloud environment with complete control and predictability.
These efforts have been rewarded with another milestone: as one of the first organizations in Europe, we have achieved VMware Sovereign Cloud status. This means our Cloud is operated entirely from the Netherlands, under the full control of Fundaments. From physical infrastructure to processes and configurations: everything is managed in-house. This sovereignty strengthens our grip on quality, provides room for customization, and guarantees maximum transparency and reliability for our customers.
The result? Peace of mind, security, and focus. Focus on what matters to you: your users and your core business.
About Fundaments
Fundaments is the expert in Private Clouds. For over 25 years, our team of enthusiastic specialists has been safeguarding mission-critical data for large enterprises in Europe. We design, deliver, and manage Private Cloud solutions for organizations that want to maintain maximum control over their data, infrastructure, and compliance.
We are one of the few organizations worldwide selected to leverage our years of VMware expertise across the entire VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) suite. This allows all Broadcom services to be delivered through a single, integrated product, enabling us to provide high-quality, future-proof cloud solutions that are scalable, secure, and efficient.
Our technologies are certified to the highest possible level and form the foundation for a solid, reliable IT infrastructure, whether on-premises or on our fully Dutch platform. That platform is distributed across seven Tier 3+ data center locations in the Netherlands and meets the strictest standards and certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, NEN 7510, and ISAE 3402. This ensures your data remains secure and fully compliant with Dutch laws and regulations.
Ready for the next step?
VMware Cloud Foundation 9 is an investment in control, innovation, and digital independence.
Want to know what VCF 9 means for your organization?
· Request a VCF 9 Readiness Assessment or Cloud Sovereignty Assessment
· Receive advice on migration, upgrades, or greenfield deployment
· See VCF 9 in action during a live demo in our lab
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