Trends and Solutions for Virtualization and Containers

This whitepaper discusses the integration of Virtual Machines (VMs) and containers within enterprise environments, particularly focusing on the release of KubeVirt 1.0 in June 2023. It outlines how this technology enables the operation of VMs alongside containers on a single Kubernetes platform, facilitating a more unified application development approach. The document highlights the challenges enterprises face, such as cost pressures from subscription models, platform risks due to industry consolidation, and the operational overhead of managing disparate systems. It presents Portworx as a solution for application modernization, detailing its capabilities in supporting both VMs and containers, including features like live migration, disaster recovery, and data protection. The paper also includes a customer example illustrating the practical benefits of adopting KubeVirt and Portworx in addressing existing virtualization challenges and preparing for future application needs.