Case Study: DATEV achieves standardized Kubernetes infrastructure and developer self-service with VMware Tanzu

Kubernetes as a New Standard for Infrastructure Management

VMware Tanzu helps large organizations adopt Kubernetes as a single, standardized way to manage application infrastructure. IT teams faced fragmented environments—manual VM sizing and placement, networking and firewall complexity, multiple clusters to manage, regulatory and security burdens, and a steep learning curve—that slowed delivery and forced heavy operator involvement.

Tanzu provides a centralized, Kubernetes-native platform (including Tanzu Application Service and Tanzu Mission Control), automation, security tooling, Helm-based packaging and vSphere integration to standardize deployments and workflows. The outcome: teams like DATEV now offer Kubernetes-as-a-service so developers can self-serve into production, while firms such as TD Ameritrade see clearer paths to automation, consistent compliance and faster, more reliable application delivery.

DATEV

Juergen Sussner

Cloud Platform Architect