Containerization with Scale Computing HyperCore

Use Cases

Containerization isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a strategic shift in how applications are built, deployed, and managed across environments. Whether you're modernizing legacy systems or building for the edge, Scale Computing's container management platform delivers the flexibility and resilience needed for today’s IT demands.

Here’s how organizations are putting containerization technology to work with SC//Platform:

SC//Platform: A Hyperconverged Container Solution

Containerization shouldn’t come with a steep learning curve or a bloated tech stack. With SC//Platform for containerized workloads, you don’t need to bolt on Kubernetes, provision external storage, or manage separate infrastructure stacks. Container orchestration is built in, eliminating the need for additional tools, licensing, or expertise. SC//Platform delivers a seamless experience for deploying and managing containers, whether at the edge, in a core data center, or in the cloud.

Simplicity That Scales

SC//Platform is engineered for flexibility without complexity. You can run container workloads on bare metal, virtual machines, or within hybrid cloud environments, all on the same unified infrastructure. And because it’s hyperconverged, you get compute, storage, virtualization, and disaster recovery in one pre-integrated solution, no extra configuration, no third-party dependencies.

This means you can:

• Deploy containers at the edge without a dedicated team of Kubernetes experts.
• Consolidate container and VM workloads onto a single, low-footprint system.
• Scale deployments across hundreds or thousands of locations, all managed through a single pane of glass via SC//Fleet Manager.

Built for the Edge. Ready for the Future.

Traditional container management platforms struggle in distributed, resource-constrained environments. SC//Platform doesn’t. It's lightweight, self-healing, and optimized for edge computing scenarios where downtime isn't an option and remote IT staff aren't available. This makes it the ideal choice for organizations looking to modernize infrastructure without adding operational burden.

Whether you're exploring how to deploy containers at the edge, replace bulky virtualization setups, or unify management across a global fleet of sites, SC//Platform brings containerization technology into reach, with no tradeoffs on performance or resilience.

Implementation Guidelines

Whether you're new to containers or migrating from a traditional setup, getting started with containerization on Scale Computing is refreshingly straightforward. SC//Platform delivers a hyperconverged container infrastructure with integrated tools to deploy, manage, and scale containerized workloads, without the learning curve of full-blown Kubernetes.

Best Practices for Managing Containers

To get the most out of containerization on computing environments like SC//Platform, follow these proven strategies:

• Right-size resources per container: Avoid over-provisioning by assigning CPU and memory based on actual workload needs. SC//HyperCore allows you to monitor and adjust in real-time.
• Use labels and tags: For better container management and orchestration across edge sites, clearly organize services and dependencies.
• Monitor with built-in tools: SC//Fleet Manager provides centralized visibility across your entire container management platform. Track performance, health, and usage metrics from a single dashboard.
• Automate safely: Use snapshots and replication for rolling updates or version rollback, ensuring high availability even during updates.

Scaling Containerized Workloads

Edge deployments don’t stay small for long. As demands grow, so should your infrastructure, without disruption.

• Add nodes, not headaches: SC//Platform lets you scale clusters seamlessly with dissimilar nodes, and resources are automatically pooled to support growing workloads.
• Maintain consistent performance: Built-in intelligent workload placement and storage tiering keep your apps responsive, even during resource spikes or failovers.
• Support for fleet-wide scaling: Use Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) to pre-stage new container environments across hundreds of sites, ready to spin up instantly when needed.

From a single store to thousands of edge locations, SC//Platform gives you full control over how you deploy and grow container workloads, without sacrificing simplicity or stability.