Legacy vs.
Modern Load Balancer
Why VMware Avi Load Balancer
is the True Next for Application Delivery
Outdated hardware, rigid architectures, and complex manual configurations hinder agility and innovation. This is where Avi leads software-defined load balancing. Here are 7 critical reasons why Avi is the superior choice over legacy load balancers.
1. Legacy Woes vs. Modern Simplicity
Legacy load balancers, tied to rigid architectures and outdated processes, struggle to meet the demands of modern IT, leaving enterprises burdened with inefficiencies and costly upgrades. Avi redefines application delivery with efficient automation, self-service, and real-time analytics, delivering seamless scalability, and resilience. Built for the future with native support for VMware Cloud Foundation, It’s time to move to True Next with Avi!
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2. Outdated Scripting vs. Seamless Transition
Staying shackled to legacy load balancers can lead to a series of frustrating challenges, especially when dealing with outdated hardware, complex scripting, and operational inefficiencies. Simplify life with Avi’s default policies, convenient scripting approach for custom use cases, and the Avi Conversion Tool (ACT) to seamlessly migrate from legacy systems. Stop struggling with technical debt and reclaim your IT infrastructure with Avi today!
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3. Legacy Relics vs. Software-Defined Architecture
Legacy load balancers are holding you back with delays, overwhelming ticket backlogs, and messy configurations. Avi changes the game—provision Virtual IPs (VIPs) in minutes, troubleshoot with end-to-end visibility, automate error-prone tasks, and simplify operations with built-in policies. Don’t just keep up—leap ahead at the speed of apps to rapid app delivery.
Deploy Virtual IPs (VIPs) in Minutes - Skyrocket the App Delivery with Avi
4. Bolt-on Automation vs. Built-in APIs
IT teams struggle as legacy load balancers rely on clunky workflows, bolt-on APIs, and complex configurations, making automation an afterthought. Avi is designed API-first with built-in orchestration, and seamless DevOps integration, enabling true self-service and modern scalability. Integrated with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), Avi transforms automation agony into effortless innovation.
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5. Ticket Tsunami vs. Tranquility
In the app era every second counts, and every delay can lead to a cascade of problems and lost
business. Legacy load balancers drown IT teams in endless tickets, manual tasks, and inefficiency. Change the game with automation, self-service, and effortless scaling. It's time to find the tranquility of IT transformation with the Avi.
Avoid a Ticket Tsunami: Deliver Apps at Cloud Speed and Ease
6. Stumbling in the Dark vs. AI-Assisted Troubleshooting
Legacy load balancers leave IT teams stuck in a maze of fragmented visibility, endless guesswork, and inefficient triaging amongst teams. This makes troubleshooting painfully slow with disconnected metrics devoid of actionable insights. Avi Load Balancer provides end-to-end latency insights, AI-assisted troubleshooting, and real-time configuration mapping–putting you in complete control today.
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7. Endless Repetition vs. Seamless Upgrades
For Day 2+ operations, legacy load balancers trap IT teams in an endless cycle of upgrades, complex maintenance window planning, and repetitive tasks. Avi breaks the cycle with flexible upgrades, reduced fault domain with control and data plane separation, and automation that saves hundreds of hours. Reclaim your time and unlock efficiency with Avi!
Break Out of the Upgrade Hamster Wheel and Unlock Efficiency
Why Legacy? Move onto the True Next:
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