I Have Seen the Future of Cloud-Native: SUSE Expands Cloud-Native Offerings With DevX Validated Designs
At SUSECON 25 in Orlando, SUSE showcased its latest cloud-native initiative, DevX Validated Designs, positioning itself as a provider of a comprehensive cloud-native stack. The company has brought together its open-source foundation and recent acquisitions to deliver a structured approach to cloud-native development, aiming to simplify deployment and reduce integration challenges for enterprises.
SUSE’s approach covers the entire cloud-native stack and development process in the most comprehensive fashion I have seen. It positions SUSE to be a leader in cloud-native for the foreseeable future.
SUSE’s Approach to Cloud-Native Development
The cloud-native landscape is often fragmented, requiring organizations to integrate multiple tools and platforms. SUSE aims to address these challenges by offering DevX Validated Designs, a set of pre-tested cloud-native architectures. These designs are intended to help enterprises deploy Kubernetes-based applications with improved security and reliability while maintaining an open approach.
Unlike some vendor-specific solutions, SUSE’s validated designs are built around open-source standards and offer flexibility across different cloud environments. If you desire, SUSE offers the entire stack on their solutions. But you are free to use other open solutions up and down the stack.
Andreas Prins, VP Product Marketing at SUSE, said “The ability to innovate becomes crucial for enterprises. Speed and simplicity are of the essence, which is why we launched a new initiative. The DevX Validated Designs by SUSE are composable workflows that help enterprises streamline software development, deployment and operations on SUSE Rancher Prime and cloud-native environments.”
A Security-Focused Repository
A key component of the DevX Validated Designs is SUSE’s approved repository of repackaged applications and components. SUSE reviews and verifies these applications for security before making them available to developers and organizations. This approach is designed to reduce supply chain risks and improve software reliability. As security remains a top concern in cloud-native deployments, SUSE’s focus on curating and validating software packages could be a differentiator in a competitive market.
Leveraging Acquisitions for a Broader Offering
SUSE has made strategic acquisitions in recent years, expanding its cloud-native capabilities beyond its traditional Linux and Kubernetes expertise. These acquisitions have been integrated into its DevX Validated Designs, providing customers with additional tools for security, automation and observability.
Market Implications and Future Outlook
SUSE’s move to provide a validated, security-focused cloud-native stack positions it among key players in the space. However, adoption will depend on factors such as ease of implementation, enterprise support and competition from other established cloud-native providers. The cloud-native ecosystem is evolving rapidly, and SUSE’s approach for now at least puts it in the cat’s bird seat of leadership. For DevOps teams and enterprise IT leaders, SUSE’s validated designs offer a structured approach to cloud-native adoption,
Conclusion
SUSE’s presentation at SUSECON 25 highlighted its commitment to providing a structured and security-focused cloud-native stack. The introduction of DevX Validated Designs, along with its repository of approved and verified applications, aims to simplify cloud-native deployment while addressing security concerns. As these designs become more widely available, SUSE should establish itself as a leader in this competitive space.
To learn more about these designs, check out the videos we did on site over on Techstrong.tv starting next week.
