Kubernetes is the open-source container orchestrator, which is much more than a hybrid cloud platform. It is a great way to deploy applications, especially, but not necessarily, those that run in containers on any on-premise or public cloud infrastructure or combination thereof. Thus, supporting hybrid Kubernetes cloud architectures is not even a main focus of the Kubernetes outline.
Kubernetes offers an excellent benefit for hybrid deployments. It provides a consistent way to run and maintain applications no matter which infrastructure they operate on. It is done by eliminating the underlying infrastructure from the application ecosystem. So when you deploy an application on Kubernetes, the rule is basically the same whether you are doing it in a public cloud, a data center, or even a spare laptop that you use for testing.
Because Kubernetes can handle application environments that cross multiple types of infrastructures at once, it provides a regular deployment and management practice even if some of your servers and applications are operating in a public cloud and others are operating on-premises or in a colocation department.
Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform automates your regular business operations and offers you standardized cluster installations, centralized compliance, full life cycle management, and business-critical support.