--- title: VMware Cloud Foundation url: https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vmware-cloud-foundation description: Do more with VMware Cloud Foundation. Our model combines the scale and agility of public cloud with the security and performance of private cloud. --- # VMware Cloud Foundation Deploy a cloud operating model that combines the scale and agility of public cloud with the security and performance of private cloud. ## [LEARN ABOUT LAUNCH](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/whats-new-vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1) ### [SEE ADOPTION PATHS](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vmware-cloud-foundation/adoption-path) [VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Overview Video](https://players.brightcove.net/6415665063001/83iWkhhmz_default/index.html?videoId=6373773770112) NEW STUDY – Private Cloud Outlook 2026: The AI Tipping Point ### [DOWNLOAD REPORT](https://www.vmware.com/docs/private-cloud-outlook-2026) ## Private Cloud Platform ### Infrastructure Modernization A unified private cloud platform with integrated compute, storage, networking, security, and management across all endpoints, enabling agile, scalable, and secure infrastructure for any workload. ### Application Modernization An automated platform that empowers application teams with self-service access to infrastructure resources enabling seamless deployment, management and faster delivery of modern applications. ### Security Modernization A hardened platform delivering end-to-end protection, detection, and recovery with built-in security, compliance, resilience, threat prevention, and fast cyber/disaster recovery. - [READ DATASHEET](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1-datasheet) ### Platform Engineering 2.0: An Evolution for the AI Era Discover how infrastructure enables an AI-native platform, a multi-persona experience, embedded FinOps and security, and a composable architecture. - [READ WHITEPAPER](https://www.vmware.com/docs/platform-engineering-2-evolution-for-the-ai-era) ## What Can Organizations Achieve with VCF? Forrester conducted a commissioned New Technology Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study based on 8 one-on-one customer interviews and a survey of 55 customers, modeled over a 3-year period. - ≤137% Projected ROI over a 3-year period - ≤33% Reduction in infrastructure operations time - ≤18% Faster application delivery - [READ TEI STUDY](https://tei.forrester.com/go/Broadcom/VMwareCloudFoundation9) ## VMware Cloud Foundation in Action - Memory Tiering with NVMe - Real-Time Metrics - Container as a Service - Private AI Services ### [Configuring Memory Tiering](https://players.brightcove.net/6415665063001/83iWkhhmz_default/index.html?videoId=6394792845112) Activate and configure Memory Tiering with NVMe to improve VM consolidation and lower TCO. ### Logs, Metrics, and Network Flows Discover the power of 20-second granular data in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 for rapid troubleshooting. ### Containers without Kubernetes Expertise Start fast with lightweight vSphere Pods for container-based workloads. ### Introducing MCP Support Learn how VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to enhance AI agents with seamless tool calling. ## VMware Cloud Foundation 9 Features ### Multi-Tenant Cloud Operations Deliver cloud-scale infrastructure management with secure VPCs, scalable fleet, lifecycle and multi-tenant operations for enterprise and service provider organizations. ### Run AI, Kubernetes, and VMs on a Single Platform Run modern workloads at scale with a single, secure private cloud platform that is fully optimized for performance, reliability, and resilience. ### Integrated Private AI Services Empower your enterprise with secure, MCP-enabled agentic workflows, leveraging real-time observability to maximize operational performance and throughput. ### Automated Cloud Service Delivery Enable platform development teams to scale operations with an automated self-service experience for agility, simplicity, and security. ### Advanced NVMe Memory Tiering Maximize server efficiency and performance with intelligent memory tiering that offers optimized workload placement to deliver 40% more server consolidation. ### Scalable, Intelligent Edge Deployments Build smarter, secure edge infrastructure at scale with zero touch provisioning, configuration drift detection and automated provisioning to simplify deployment across thousands of distant edge sites. - [READ SOLUTION BRIEF](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1-solution-brief) ## Solve Your Toughest Challenges - Modern Private Cloud - Application Modernization - Security & Resiliency ### Private Cloud Infrastructure Deliver an integrated private cloud with enterprise-class compute, networking, storage, management, and security. - Build and deploy private cloud on-premises - Optimize infrastructure and operations - Extend your data center to edge and cloud - [LEARN MORE](https://www.vmware.com/solutions/cloud-infrastructure) ### Simplified App Delivery at Scale Empower development teams with self-service IaaS to accelerate innovation. - Enable cloud services for app teams - Run and manage modern apps - Implement Private AI - [LEARN MORE](https://www.vmware.com/solutions/app-modernization) ### Always-On Protection and Resiliency Safeguard your infrastructure against cyberattacks and disasters with end-to-end security and resiliency. - Strengthen compliance and harden infrastructure - Bolster lateral security and intrusion prevention - Accelerate recovery from ransomware and disasters - [LEARN MORE](https://www.vmware.com/solutions/security) ## Components of VMware Cloud Foundation ### [VMware vSphere](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vsphere) Enterprise workload engine for traditional and next-gen applications. ### [VMware vSAN](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vsan) Get enterprise-class hyperconverged storage software. ### [VMware NSX](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vcf-networking) Simplify self-service networking with Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs). ### [VMware Cloud Foundation Operations](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vcf-operations) Streamline private cloud operations with proactive and intelligent management. ### [VMware Cloud Foundation Automation](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vcf-automation) Deliver an application team-ready self-service private cloud. ### [VMware vSphere Kubernetes Service](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vsphere-kubernetes-service) Deploy, manage, and scale Kubernetes clusters with VKS. ### [VCF Private AI Services](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vcf-private-ai-services) Unlock AI and unleash productivity with lower TCO. ### Advanced Services for VMware Cloud Foundation Accelerate innovation in your private cloud with a robust catalog of ready-to-deploy solutions to extend capabilities and address business needs. - [EXPLORE ADVANCED SERVICES](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/advanced-services) ## Case Studies ![Grinnell Mutual](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/bltd51d6acd037ce93c/6996b245a8ff500008330b1e/grinnell-mutual-logo-350-150.jpg) Using vSAN instead of a discrete storage appliance could save over a million dollars a year. And that’s just the start. VMware Cloud Foundation is going to change every hardware lease and software renewal conversation that we have in the next three to five years. All I see are possibilities for saving money. — Jeremy Wright, Director of IT Infrastructure - [READ CASE STUDY](https://www.vmware.com/resources/customers/grinnell-mutual-saves-1m-in-infrastructure-costs-with-vcf) ![Audi](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/blt3de2a8a583856264/68edf0360902fd1e57c7bb7d/Audi_logo_detail-350x150.png) VMware Cloud Foundation enables us to centralize these systems and move away from a distributed approach towards a more centralized mindset and processes. By focusing on the ‘golden image,’ we can install once and then roll out to the hundreds of stations we operate in production. — Christopher Kolb, Domain Architect, Audi - [READ CASE STUDY](https://www.vmware.com/resources/customers/audi-smart-factories-accelerate-the-transformation-of-the-global-automotive-industry) ![US Senate Federal Credit Union](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/blt36632f8b2fbbc571/66fb8e47bb7fe51aed8b6e4f/vmw-united-states-senate-federal-credit-union-logo.png) In a private cloud environment, we can provide a level of security that we feel is unmatched with any public cloud provider. – Mark Fournier, CIO, US Senate Federal Credit Union - WATCH VIDEO **Read More Customer Reviews on G2.com and Gartner Peer Reviews** - [G2 REVIEWS](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-cloud-foundation/reviews) - [GARTNER PEER REVIEWS](https://www.gartner.com/reviews/market/distributed-hybrid-infrastructure/vendor/broadcom-vmware/product/vmware-cloud-foundation) ## VMware Cloud Foundation Highlights ### Deliver an AI Factory with VCF Accelerate time to the first AI model deployment, simplify Day 2 operations and better manage AI tokenomics. - [READ AI FACTORY RELEASE](https://www.broadcom.com/company/news/product-releases/64661) ### Enabling Model as a Service ![Bc vmw illu ai ml model architecture 2 whtbg](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/bltdd830eba052905b4/6a88ba8ad04dac15896c7594/bc-vmw-illu-ai-ml-model-architecture-2-whtbg.jpg) Learn more about production-ready path to running the world's leading AI models on premises on VCF. - [READ ANNOUNCEMENT](https://www.broadcom.com/company/news/product-releases/64656) ### Stay Ahead of AI-Driven Threats Learn more about production-ready path to running the world's leading AI models on premises on VCF. - [READ PROGRAM BLOG](https://blogs.vmware.com/cloud-foundation/2026/08/31/frontier-ai-security-readiness-program) ## Resources ### [Blogs](https://blogs.vmware.com/cloud-foundation/) Read the latest announcements and news about VMware Cloud Foundation. ### [Hands-on Labs](https://www.vmware.com/resources/hands-on-labs) VMware Hands-on Labs provide a quick and easy way to access VMware products and solutions with no installation required. ### [Find a Partner](https://www.broadcom.com/how-to-buy/software-partners) Use the Broadcom [Partner Portal](https://partnerportal.broadcom.com/) to quickly find a VMware partner near you. ### [What's New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 Solution Brief](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1-solution-brief) ### [VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 Feature Comparison and Upgrade Paths](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1-feature-comparison-and-upgrade-paths) ### [Announcing VCF 9.1: Modern Private Cloud Built for Efficiency and Resilience](https://blogs.vmware.com/cloud-foundation/2026/05/05/announcing-vcf-9-1-modern-private-cloud-built-for-efficiency-and-resilience/) [SEE ALL RESOURCES](https://www.vmware.com/resources/resource-center?product[]=VMware%20Cloud%20Foundation) ## FAQs ### What is VMware Cloud Foundation? VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) is a comprehensive, private-cloud platform with integrated, enterprise-class compute, storage, networking, Kubernetes, management, and security, delivering a leading TCO as highlighted in this whitepaper: [The Business value of VMware Cloud Foundation](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmw-vcf-tco-whitepaper). ### What is being delivered in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1? VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 includes the following primary components:  - vSphere - vSAN  - NSX - vSphere Kubernetes Service (VKS) - VCF Operations - VCF Automation - HCX - VCF Private AI Services ### What are the advanced services available for VMware Cloud Foundation? The following advanced services (add-ons) are available for VMware Cloud Foundation: - VMware Advanced Cyber Compliance - Advanced Security - Load Balancing - Application Services - Data Services - Network Observability - Business Operations - Identity Security - vSAN Add-On Capacity Note - Advanced services are available for separate purchases and are not included in the core VCF offerings. ### Where can I find feature comparisons between VMware Cloud Foundation and vSphere Foundation? Please see the [VMware Feature Comparison document](https://www.vmware.com/docs/vmware-cloud-foundation-9-1-feature-comparison-and-upgrade-paths) for detailed information on included features. ### What is VMware Cloud Foundation Edge? VMware Cloud Foundation Edge is an optimized configuration of VMware Cloud Foundation specifically designed for edge use cases. It delivers a unified private cloud platform that enables organizations to deploy, operate, and scale infrastructure across thousands of edge sites with centralized automation, and consistent operations even in resource constrained or disconnected edge environments. Please note that VMware Cloud Foundation Edge should be deployed at the Edge sites ONLY. ## Ready to Get Started? Start your journey with the Private Cloud Modernization Program. - [LET US KNOW YOUR INTEREST](https://go-vmware.broadcom.com/private-cloud-modernization-program) ## Also of Interest - [Infrastructure Security Solutions for VMware Cloud Foundation](https://www.vmware.com/solutions/security) - [VMware Cloud Foundation Networking (NSX)](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/nsx) - [VMware vSphere Foundation | Virtualization Platform](https://www.vmware.com/products/cloud-infrastructure/vsphere-foundation)