Sangfor Technologies, a global leader in IT infrastructure and security solutions, is recognized as a Representative Vendor in the Gartner Market Guide for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software (30 April 2025, ID G00815446). We believe, this acknowledgment underscores Sangfor’s growing influence in the hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) market, particularly across the Asia/Pacific, EMEA, and Latin America regions.
According to the Gartner report, “Full-stack HCI software enables IT leaders to be responsive to new business requirements in a modular, incremental fashion, avoiding the large upgrades typically found in three-tier infrastructure architectures. In addition, it provides the ability to manage network aspects with a unified set of management tools.”
Strategic Market Positioning and Innovation
Sangfor HCI enables enterprises to streamline operations through a unified software-defined architecture, supporting both virtual machines (VMs) and containerized workloads.
Key features include:
- Hybrid Cloud Flexibility: Seamless integration with managed cloud platforms for scalable hybrid deployments.
- Comprehensive Reliability and Data Protection: Advanced disaster recovery (DR) and ransomware recovery solutions.
- Superior Performance: All-rounded architectural optimization to deliver better-than-peer performance with commodity hardware
- Diverse Licensing Options: Subscription or perpetual license models tailored to customer needs.
Ranking among the Top 3 Largest Hyperconverged Integrated Systems (HCIS) Vendors by revenue in 2024 in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), we believe Sangfor’s emphasis on partnerships and its expanding regional footprint align with Gartner’s observation that “vendors offering full-stack HCI software differ based on their geographic presence, purchasing models and discount structures. Additionally, their sales strategies range from distributed hybrid infrastructure (DHI) to private cloud applications.” With a 100% Willingness to Recommend, Sangfor was also peer-recognized as a “Strong Performer” in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software, standing out for product capabilities and overall customer experience across sales, deployment, and support.
Executive Insight
To us, being recognized by Gartner as a Representative Vendor validates Sangfor’s commitment to delivering agile, secure, and cost-effective HCI solutions. As organizations prioritize hybrid cloud strategies and seek alternatives to legacy infrastructure, Sangfor HCI empowers them to modernize IT operations while maintaining control over their data and workloads. Our partnerships and focus on regional customer needs position us as a trusted partner in the global HCI market.
Darren Du, VP of Sangfor International Market Department
Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
Gartner predicts that “the 30% of non-VMware full-stack HCI installed bases that existed in 2024 will increase to 60% by 2029”. In our opinion, Sangfor’s inclusion in the report reflects its alignment with this trend, particularly through its investments in edge computing, AI-driven infrastructure, and cloud-native application support.
Sangfor has been named a Sample Vendor in Gartner’s A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition report, published March 18, 2025. For organizations seeking immediate alternatives, Sangfor HCI presents a practical and low-disruption alternative, requiring minimal retraining while seamlessly integrating with existing technology environments.
Sources:
- Gartner Inc., Market Guide for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software, By Jeffrey Hewitt et al., Published 30 April 2025
- Gartner, A Guide to Choosing a VMware Alternative in the Wake of Broadcom Acquisition, Julia Palmer, Jeffrey Hewitt, Mike Cisek, Published 18 March 2025.
- Gartner Inc., Market Share: Data Center Hardware Integrated Systems, Worldwide, 4Q24 Update, By Andrew H Kim, Adrian O'Connell, Suzie Low, Amit Goyal and Chandrashekar S, Published 8 April 2025.
- Gartner Inc., Voice of the Customer for Full-Stack Hyperconverged Infrastructure Software, By Peer Contributors, Published 27 September 2024.
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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 Fortune Global 500 companies, government institutions, universities, and healthcare organizations. With over 8,000 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.
