VMware Avi Load Balancer

VMware Avi Load Balancer, originally known as Avi Networks, specializes in software-defined application delivery and load balancing solutions for modern data centers and multi-cloud environments. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company was acquired by VMware in 2019 and is now part of the VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer.

The core offering is the Avi Vantage Platform, which provides local and global load balancing, application acceleration, security services, and real-time application visibility and analytics. It supports multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments, integrating seamlessly with platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. The solution is fully software-based, allowing for centralized management and automation through REST APIs and plugins, making it suitable for modern microservices architectures.

Avi Networks serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, eCommerce, technology, and retail, with notable customers such as Deutsche Bank and Adobe. The integration of Avi's technology into VMware's portfolio enhances its capabilities in software-defined networking.