Azure Arc-enabled Kubernetes
Extend Azure management and services to any infrastructure.
Overview
Azure Arc extends Azure's management plane to any infrastructure, including on-premises, multi-cloud, and the edge. With Azure Arc-enabled Kubernetes, you can attach and configure Kubernetes clusters running anywhere, allowing you to manage them through Azure. This enables consistent GitOps-based configuration management, policy enforcement with Azure Policy, and deployment of Azure data services.
✨ Key Features
- Connect Kubernetes clusters from any location to Azure
- GitOps-based configuration management with Flux
- Govern clusters using Azure Policy
- Deploy Azure services (like Azure SQL and PostgreSQL) on any Kubernetes
- Centralized monitoring with Azure Monitor
- Enforce security with Microsoft Defender for Cloud
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Seamless integration with the broader Azure ecosystem
- Strong governance and policy enforcement through Azure Policy
- Ability to run Azure-managed services on external infrastructure
Unique Value: Brings the power of Azure management, governance, and services to any CNCF-conformant Kubernetes cluster.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Centralized management of on-premises and multi-cloud Kubernetes
- GitOps at scale for configuration and application deployment
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations not using or wanting to be tied to the Azure ecosystem
🏆 Alternatives
Offers deeper integration with Microsoft's security and enterprise tools (like Defender and Policy) compared to competitors.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Azure Support Plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Connecting clusters to Azure Arc is free. Costs are incurred for optional management services.
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