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A global leader in cyber security faced significant hurdles in managing its extensive Kubernetes fleet. The complexity of lifecycle management, particularly upgrading clusters, was a major bottleneck. Upgrades were time-consuming and error-prone, requiring up to three months to complete and demanding the attention of senior-level engineers, which diverted them from strategic initiatives. Ensuring compliance with rigorous SOC2 and FedRAMP standards further compounded the challenges, requiring extensive manual oversight and meticulous attention to detail. Additionally, the strain on resource allocation left skilled engineers tied up with routine maintenance instead of focusing on innovation. This combination of factors made the company’s Kubernetes infrastructure cumbersome and inefficient, highlighting the urgent need for a more streamlined, scalable solution.
To address these challenges, the company adopted Plural, a Kubernetes management platform designed to simplify and optimize fleet-level operations. Plural delivered a comprehensive solution, transforming how the company managed its Kubernetes clusters, enabling efficiency, rock-solid compliance, and better resource utilization.
Plural introduced automated upgrades, slashing the time required for cluster updates from three months to just one day. This was achieved through its robust dependency management and compatibility checks, all accessible via a user-friendly interface. By automating this process, Plural minimized errors and ensured consistent updates across the fleet.
In the area of compliance and security, Plural’s compatibility matrices and policy management tools proved invaluable. Using Open Policy Agent (OPA) Gatekeeper, the platform created standardized software bill of materials (SBOMs), ensuring all clusters adhered to best practices and met stringent SOC2 and FedRAMP standards. This included the ability to automate patching every 30 days, meeting compliance deadlines effortlessly.
For resource optimization, Plural shifted routine maintenance tasks to mid-level engineers by automating complex processes. This allowed senior staff to focus on high-value, strategic projects, increasing productivity and enabling more efficient use of engineering talent.
Through its automation and streamlined capabilities, Plural transformed the company’s Kubernetes fleet management. Not only did it deliver immediate improvements in operational efficiency, but also laid the foundation for long-term scalability and innovation.
Plural's automation capabilities drastically reduced the time and effort required for cluster upgrades and maintenance. This efficiency gain allowed this company to focus its strategic initiatives on innovation and less on routine tasks.
Instead of hiring multiple senior staff engineers to manage their Kubernetes clusters, the engineering team can now have a single engineer manage their entire Kubernetes infrastructure.
With Plural, this company has been able to maintain compliance standards effortlessly. The team has consistently met its infosec patching deadlines, ensuring that all clusters and applications are up-to-date and secure. This includes adhering to FedRAMP commitments by completing patches every 30 days, thereby minimizing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
The Plural platform has enabled this company to shift maintenance responsibilities from staff engineers to mid-level engineers, optimizing the use of their engineering talent. By shifting down work and automating routine tasks, Plural has enabled its engineering team to concentrate on larger, revenue-generating projects.
Plural has proven invaluable for this global cyber security company, transforming its Kubernetes fleet management by automating complex processes, ensuring compliance, and optimizing resource allocation. This partnership has enhanced their operational efficiency and positioned them for future growth and scalability in their Kubernetes deployments.
A global leader in cybersecurity, this company manages a vast Kubernetes fleet supporting its critical operations. Known for its commitment to security and compliance, it operates in a highly regulated environment requiring adherence to standards like SOC2 and FedRAMP.
The company faced significant hurdles with lifecycle management, particularly cluster upgrades, which took up to three months and diverted senior engineers from strategic projects. Compliance requirements demanded extensive manual oversight, and routine maintenance tasks stretched resources, leaving little room for innovation. This combination of inefficiency and resource strain highlighted the need for a scalable solution.
The company adopted Plural to simplify Kubernetes management, reduce overhead, and maintain compliance. Plural automated cluster upgrades, reducing the process from months to a single day, while minimizing errors and ensuring consistency. Compliance tools, including Open Policy Agent (OPA) Gatekeeper and automated patching, ensured adherence to SOC2 and FedRAMP standards. By automating routine tasks, Plural enabled mid-level engineers to handle maintenance, freeing senior staff to focus on strategic priorities.
With Plural, the company drastically improved operational efficiency, reducing cluster management overhead by consolidating responsibilities and automating 95% of routine tasks. It enhanced compliance by meeting patching deadlines and enforcing standardized policies. This shift optimized resource allocation, reduced costs, and laid a strong foundation for scalability and innovation.