IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service
A certified Kubernetes solution for intelligent scheduling, self-healing, horizontal scaling and more.
Overview
IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service delivers powerful tools by combining Docker containers, the Kubernetes project, and IBM Cloud. It provides enterprise-grade orchestration and has a significant share in the hybrid cloud Kubernetes landscape, often leading in AI-integrated Kubernetes deployments.
✨ Key Features
- Managed control plane with automated lifecycle management
- Choice of bare metal or virtual worker nodes
- Integration with IBM Watson AI services
- Built-in security features, including image scanning and network policies
- Support for multi-zone region (MZR) clusters for high availability
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong integration with IBM's Watson AI and data analytics portfolio
- Option for bare metal worker nodes for high-performance and isolation
- Leadership in hybrid cloud Kubernetes deployments
Unique Value: Provides a secure and reliable platform for running containerized workloads with unique integrations into IBM's advanced AI, data, and hybrid cloud services.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Enterprises using IBM Cloud and its AI/data services
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams not invested in the IBM Cloud ecosystem
🏆 Alternatives
Offers deeper integration with AI services like Watson and the option for bare metal nodes, which is a key differentiator from the main hyperscalers.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (IBM Cloud Support Plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: One free cluster with a single worker node.
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