By Brenda Emerson, VMUG President
IT isn’t getting any simpler. For many, the cloud’s gone hybrid, AI’s moved in permanently, and security threats seem to evolve faster than the tech built to stop them.
But what’s at the forefront of all of this? People.
The IT teams configuring, troubleshooting, deploying, and defending. And the IT staff that take the extra step to get certified are becoming some of the most valuable assets in modern enterprise.
The Certification Advantage: It’s More Than a LinkedIn Update
There was a time when a VMware certification looked nice on a resume. Now? It’s a powerful differentiator for both the individual and the organization that backs them.
VMware certifications aren’t about memorizing trivia—they’re about proving capability, clarity, and consistency. Certified professionals don’t guess their way through a workload migration or a network segmentation plan. They execute with purpose. When I’m leading my team through tough calls, I rely on that expertise to help make smart decisions.
Hackers and security risks aren’t slowing down, but neither is my team. It’s my job to ensure they have the muscle-memory and expertise to use every part of our VMware ecosystem to solve these threats in real-time.
Why Smart Teams Are Getting Certified Together
This isn’t just about additional skills for a few team members. More and more tech leaders are going big and certifying entire teams.
Why? Because when everyone speaks the same technical language, innovation doesn’t get stalled at the handoff.
It builds empowered teams which are critical as you’re navigating complex IT and security issues.
