VMware Tanzu Mission Control
Centralized Kubernetes management across clouds.
Overview
VMware Tanzu Mission Control is a centralized management platform for consistently operating and securing your Kubernetes infrastructure and modern applications across multiple teams and clouds. It provides a single control point for teams to more easily manage Kubernetes and operate modern, containerized applications at scale.
✨ Key Features
- Centralized Cluster Lifecycle Management
- Unified Access and Security Policies
- Cluster Inspection and Conformance Testing
- Data Protection (Backup and Restore)
- Fleet-wide Visibility and Diagnostics
- Cost Management
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with VMware's virtualization and infrastructure stack
- Strong focus on policy-based management and governance
- Offered as a convenient SaaS platform
Unique Value: Provides a single point of control for Kubernetes clusters across the VMware ecosystem and public clouds, simplifying operations and security.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Multi-cloud Kubernetes management for enterprises using VMware infrastructure
- Centralized governance and security for Kubernetes fleets
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small teams with only one or two clusters
- Organizations with no investment in the VMware ecosystem
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more seamless experience for managing Kubernetes on vSphere than other multi-cloud management tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (VMware Support Plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Tanzu Mission Control Starter is free for cluster observability and diagnostics.
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