Sangfor Technologies, a global leader in IT infrastructure and security solutions, is pleased to announce it has been recognized as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner Hype Cycle™ for Data Center Infrastructure Technologies, 2025. Sangfor is listed in the Hyperconvergence category, which we believe, validates our strategy of delivering integrated, software-defined infrastructure that directly addresses the core challenges faced by enterprise users in this transformative market.
Gartner Hype Cycle: Hyperconvergence Reaches Mainstream Adoption
In our opinion, the Gartner report provides a view of how new technologies are evolving and helps infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders modernize their data centers to be secure, resilient, and scalable while optimizing costs. According to the report, hyperconvergence “enables IT leaders to be responsive to new business requirements in a modular, small-increment fashion” and is of “particular value to midsize enterprises that can standardize on hyperconvergence and to the remote sites of large organizations.”
The report also highlights a significant market dynamic, stating, “With changes to VMware licensing effective January 2024, we are seeing a resurgence of hype related to storage and network virtualization in hyperconvergence as clients look at alternative vendors.” We believe, this shift has prompted I&O leaders worldwide to seek cost-effective, future-proof infrastructure solutions.
A Validation of Sangfor's Strategic Direction
We view our recognition in this report as evidence of Sangfor’s strong commitment to innovation and delivering infrastructure that is simplified, efficient, and powerful. We believe technology should serve customers, not restrict them and Sangfor’s strategy is built on clarity, control, and security. Our mission is to guide customers — from Europe’s compliance to APAC’s growth — with solutions that are open, affordable, and built for tomorrow.
Keith Lee, Cloud Business Director at Sangfor International Market.
Sangfor HCI: Powering Modern, Simplified Data Centers
Sangfor’s Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) is a core component of its broader portfolio of cloud and data center solutions. It is designed to integrate computing, storage, networking, and security into a unified platform, simplifying management, reducing total cost of ownership (TCO), and providing a scalable foundation for private cloud, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and critical applications.
At the heart of Sangfor Cloud, Sangfor aSV is a next-gen hypervisor delivers secure, high-performance virtualization for modern IT infrastructure. It supports mission-critical workloads with enterprise-grade reliability and seamless integration across Sangfor’s full-stack ecosystem. aSV also maximizes storage value by integrating external storage (iSCSI, FC, NFS) for primary or backup use, enabling HA and live migration. Features like sub-health detection and shared disk support enhance stability, while VM disks can span multiple systems to meet diverse workload needs.
Sangfor is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the hyperconvergence space, offering a compelling alternative to VMware. Here are key advantages that set Sangfor apart:
Full compatibility with VMware CLI and PowerCLI scripts
Integrated disaster recovery and backup capabilities
Support for AI workloads and containerized applications
Optimized NUMA scheduling and CPU resource allocation
Built-in security features including micro-segmentation and cloud security center
Seamless integration with third-party ecosystems like Veritas and Veeam
Unified management interface for simplified operations
Sangfor has been recognized by Gartner® as a Sample Vendor for VMware Alternative in Hyperconverged Infrastructure and as a Representative Vendor in the 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software . We believe, this recognition underscores Sangfor’s innovation and strategic relevance in the HCI space. Further solidifying its position, Sangfor ranked as the 5th largest vendor worldwide of Hyperconverged Infrastructure Systems by revenue in 2024 , holding 6.36% of the global market share, making it one of the fastest-growing and most trusted alternatives to VMware worldwide.
Take the Next Step in Your Infrastructure Modernization
For I&O leaders exploring alternatives to navigate the evolving virtualization landscape, Sangfor offers a clear and proven path forward.
Sources
Gartner, Hype Cycle for Data Center Infrastructure Technologies, 2025, Henrique Cecci, 30 June 2025.
Gartner, A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition, Julia Palmer, Jeffrey Hewitt, Mike Cisek, 18 March 2025.
Gartner, Market Guide for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software, By Jeffrey Hewitt et al., Published 30 April 2025.
Gartner, Market Share: Data Center Hardware Integrated Systems, Worldwide, 1Q25 Update, Andrew H Kim, Adrian O'Connell, Suzie Low, Amit Goyal, Chandrashekar S, 3 July 2025
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About Sangfor Technologies
Sangfor Technologies is a global leader in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IT infrastructure, providing fully integrated and AI-driven solutions. Founded in 2000 and publicly listed since 2018 (STOCK CODE: 300454.SZ), Sangfor serves over 100,000 customers worldwide, including 20,000+ organizations using its hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solutions – spanning Fortune Global 500 companies, government institutions, universities, and healthcare organizations. With over 8000 employees and more than 70 branch offices across APAC, EMEA, and LATAM, the company is committed to delivering on its mission to Make Your Digital Transformation Simpler and Secure.
