Loodse GmbH, now known as Kubermatic, specializes in Kubernetes automation solutions that streamline the deployment and management of Kubernetes clusters across diverse environments, including multi-cloud, on-premises, edge, and IoT infrastructures. By open-sourcing their flagship product, the Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform, under the Apache 2.0 License, they empower IT operations teams to fully automate Kubernetes management, enhancing scalability and operational efficiency.
Key Features and Functionality:
- Multi-Cloud and On-Premises Support: Seamlessly manage Kubernetes clusters across major public cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure, as well as on-premises environments such as OpenStack and VMware vSphere.
- Automated Lifecycle Management: Simplify cluster operations with automated provisioning, scaling, updating, and cleanup through API calls, reducing manual intervention.
- Centralized Self-Service Portal: Provide a unified interface for managing multiple clusters across various clouds and regions, facilitating rapid deployment of Kubernetes-as-a-Service.
- Multi-Tenancy and User Management: Support distributed teams with preset environments, ensuring efficient resource allocation and governance.
- Infrastructure Logging and Monitoring: Utilize integrated tools like Prometheus and Grafana for comprehensive monitoring and logging, ensuring system health and performance.
- High Availability and Self-Healing: Implement a Kubernetes-in-Kubernetes architecture with self-healing capabilities, enhancing resilience and simplifying management.
Primary Value and User Solutions:
Kubermatic addresses the complexities of managing large-scale Kubernetes deployments by offering a platform that automates routine operations, thereby reducing operational costs by up to 72%. This automation allows organizations to focus on application development and innovation rather than infrastructure management. By supporting a wide range of environments and providing tools for monitoring, governance, and user management, Kubermatic ensures consistent and efficient Kubernetes operations across diverse infrastructures.