This session shows a real-world solution to upgrading existing infrastructure by migrating virtual machines (VMs) and containerized workloads to Red Hat OpenShift and OpenShift Virtualization. Using a hybrid methodology, companies can put all their workloads onto multiple platforms that are based on Openshift without leaving behind critical legacy applications.
The presentation begins with a bird's-eye view of the current legacy environment with isolated VMs and unmanaged container deployments. Next, it introduces OpenShift as an integrated platform for next-generation workloads in which VMs and containers coexist together and are managed through one shared developer and operator interface.
The demo with the Migration Toolkit for Virtualization (MTV) processes a sequential VM migration scenario—starting from discovery of the source and plan generation to execution and validation of the running VM in OpenShift. It also processes conversion of a monolithic application to containers using the natively embedded CI/CD capabilities of OpenShift and automated deployment.
The focal point is the central monitoring and observability post-migration: OpenShift's integrated console enables end-to-end monitoring, logging, and VM and container resource optimization in a centralized manner. Not only is this easier to administer, but it also accelerates the way to cloud-native processes.
What we’ll discuss today
- Challenges with fragmented environments: isolated VMs (vSphere, RHV, Hyper-V) and ad-hoc containers.
- The cost and complexity of managing hybrid workloads.
- OpenShift Virtualization = bridging traditional VMs with cloud-native apps
- Transition from “infrastructure silos” → “unified hybrid platform”.
- Transition workloads to new paradigms
- Virtualization to Virtualization
- Virtualization to Operators (Containerized)
- Virtualization to Containers (Application)
Live event date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT
On-demand event: Available for one year afterward
HOST: Jason Beard
SPEAKERS
Joel Hernandez
Sr Technical Account Manager, FSI, Red Hat
I am an experienced IT professional with a strong background in containers, virtualization, and infrastructure management. I focused on leveraging OpenShift to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and agility within enterprise environment
Heber Romero
Architect, Red Hat
I aim for excellence, delivering my best while living with integrity and fulfillment. Committed to growth and success, I contribute to collective achievements through learning, collaboration, and innovation I value moments with family, and technology
