One of the challenges of delivering a repeatable automation experience is aligning to a software stack that is familiar and compatible with the existing software landscape. VxBlock System 1000 is supported by software that aligns with leading virtualization, management, orchestration, and life cycle management products.

VxBlock Central Management and Operations software is licensed in a modular way, as shown in the following figure. The modules are available at no cost to current and future VxBlock customers.

Figure 7.  VxBlock Central Management and Operations software modules

• The Base module allows for VxBlock systems management with inventory reporting and alerting, integrated with Dell EMC CloudIQ software. 
• Workflow Automation provides on-demand infrastructure provisioning using engineered workflows through vRealize Orchestrator.
• Life Cycle Management enables applying modular/component-level upgrades through guided-path workflows to optimize system performance. 
• Advanced Analytics allows you to view capacity and KPIs to discover deeper actionable insights in vRealize Operations.