We Make Kubernetes Work.
Most firms are either flexible but surface-level, or expert but rigid. We pivot quickly while maintaining deep technical excellence - giving you both agility and expertise without compromise.
Our Kubernetes Consulting & Implementation Services
Technology leadership and professional services across your entire Kubernetes transformation journey.
Readiness Assessment
Turn uncertainty into a clear, executable roadmap. We evaluate your modernization readiness and architect a risk-free Kubernetes adoption strategy aligned with your business goals.
- Strategic modernization roadmap with clear ROI
- Risk elimination strategy and mitigation plans
- Team capability assessment and enablement strategy
Implementation & Deployment
Accelerate time-to-value while eliminating implementation risk. We lead your transformation from vision to production-ready reality with full accountability for outcomes and minimal business disruption.
- Production-grade deployment in less time
- Infrastructure cost reduction
- Zero-downtime migration with enterprise security
Team Enablement
Reduce external dependency while accelerating innovation. We transfer our expertise to your team, ensuring operational autonomy and continued innovation capability.
- Team operational autonomy in 90 days
- Faster incident resolution times
- Self-service deployment capabilities enabled
Why Choose Shadow-Soft
Unlike vendors focused on Kubernetes deployment or consultants who only provide strategy, Shadow-Soft combines technology leadership with deep implementation expertise and takes accountability for transformation outcomes.
Technical Leadership
Our leadership team will partner with you to make your vision a reality, providing strategic advice every step of your journey.
Technical Excellence
We maintain deep technical expertise through our team of certified professionals, including Kubernetes Administrators (CKA), Red Hat OpenShift Specialists, and cloud-platform certified architects who continuously upgrade their skills.
End-to-End Delivery Model
From assessment to implementation to team enablement, we provide comprehensive services that ensure successful outcomes at every stage.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
"Shadow-Soft has a fantastic reputation in the open-source community. Shadow-Soft’s work was foundational to what we’ve done architecturally since. As we continue to do test, probe and analyze the solution, Shadow-Soft’s recommendations help to keep us on track.”
Josh BregmanVP of Technology at CyGlass
Embedded Team Saves Legacy Enterprise Firm 6+ Figures in Cost Savings While Providing Ongoing AWS Infrastructure Support
Legacy enterprise firm saves over $120K annually with Shadow-Soft's embedded team, modernizing AWS infrastructure and enhancing DevOps efficiency through expert support and training.
$600m Enterprise SaaS Platform Upgrades From Stand-Alone Keycloak to Kubernetes-Based Deployment, Reducing Load Time By 83.33%
Upgraded an enterprise SaaS platform's Keycloak from stand-alone to Kubernetes-based, enhancing performance by reducing load time by 83.33% and improving scalability.
News and Resources
Kubernetes 101 Foundations Guide
This guide is designed to offer an engaging introduction to the world of containers and Kubernetes. Learn the fundamental concepts, roles, duties, and design principles that play a pivotal role in container orchestration.
Securing Kubernetes: A Guide For Security Leaders
Understanding and securing Kubernetes doesn't have to be difficult. Kubernetes is a Software Defined Datacenter for Containerized workloads, providing solutions for dynamically scaling workloads across Linux systems. You can secure your Kubernetes environment by understanding its core functionality, considering security concerns with the "4 C's" framework.
FAQ
How do you approach multi-platform Kubernetes implementations?
We implement a consistent methodology across platforms while leveraging each provider's specific capabilities and best practices. This ensures standardized operations while maximizing platform benefits.
Can you help us choose between different Kubernetes platforms?
Yes, our assessment process evaluates your requirements against platform capabilities to recommend the optimal mix of Kubernetes platforms for your needs, whether cloud-based or on-premises.
How do you handle team enablement across multiple platforms?
Our enablement program covers both platform-agnostic Kubernetes principles and platform-specific operational requirements, ensuring your team can effectively manage any environment.
What are the prerequisites for starting an implementation?
Key prerequisites include completed platform assessment, cloud provider or infrastructure access, network and security policies, and dedicated platform team availability.
How do you manage security across different platforms?
We implement a unified security framework that leverages platform-specific security features while maintaining consistent policies and compliance across all environments.
How do you ensure consistent operations across platforms?
We establish standardized operational procedures while accounting for platform-specific tools and capabilities, ensuring efficient management across all environments.
How can Kubernetes consulting help my organization?
Our Kubernetes consulting accelerates your container platform adoption by:
- Architecting production-ready clusters aligned with your requirements
- Implementing security controls and compliance frameworks
- Optimizing cluster performance and resource utilization
- Enabling your teams with hands-on Kubernetes expertise
- Establishing operational best practices and automation
What experience do your Kubernetes consultants have?
Our Kubernetes experts average 5+ years of container orchestration experience and have implemented Kubernetes across multiple industries and use cases. We maintain deep expertise in EKS, AKS, GKE, and OpenShift, with certified consultants who have delivered 100+ successful enterprise Kubernetes deployments.
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