--- title: 'Kubernetes: a secure, flexible and automated edge for IoT developers' description: How the maturity of IoT and the value it brings is underpinned by the right technology stack and what requirements are needed to maximise usage of Kubernetes at the edge. url: https://canonical.com/blog/kubernetes-a-secure-flexible-and-automated-edge-for-iot-developers?format=md --- 1. [Blog](https://canonical.com/blog) 2. Article --- [cmoullec](https://canonical.com/blog/author/cmoullec "More about cmoullec") 14 January 2020 # Kubernetes: a secure, flexible and automated edge for IoT developers [451 Research](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/451-research) [developers](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/developers) [Edge Computing](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/edge-computing) [IoT](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/iot) [kubernetes](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/kubernetes) [Ubuntu](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/ubuntu) --- Share the article Cloud native software such as containers and Kubernetes and IoT/edge are playing a prominent role in the digital transformation of enterprise organisations. They are particularly critical to DevOps teams that are focused on faster software releases and more efficient IT operations through collaboration and automation. Most cloud native software is open source which broadens the developer pool contributing and customising the software. This has led to streamlined versions of Kubernetes with low footprints which are suited for IoT/edge workloads. Read this report from analyst firm, 451 Research, to learn more including: * How the maturity of IoT and the value it brings is underpinned by the right technology stack * The factors driving execution venues for IoT workloads * The requirements needed to maximise usage of Kubernetes at the edge To view the report, fill out the form below. ## Sign up for our newsletter Get the latest Canonical news and updates in your inbox. Work email: \*I agree to receive information about Canonical's products and services. By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and agree to [Canonical's Privacy Policy](https://canonical.com/legal/dataprivacy). Sign up ## Share on --- ## Related posts [### Arduino® VENTUNO™ Q is available for pre-order with Ubuntu pre-installed](https://canonical.com/blog/arduino-ventuno-q-is-available-for-pre-order-with-ubuntu-pre-installed) London, UK – August 25, 2026 – Following our initial collaboration announcement in March 2026, Canonical and Arduino (a subsidiary of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.) are excited... [Canonical](https://canonical.com/blog/author/canonical) 25 August 2026 [### Advantech AOM-2721 is now Ubuntu Certified](https://canonical.com/blog/advantech-aom-2721-ubuntu-certified) Canonical announces that the Advantech AOM-2721 is officially joining the list of Ubuntu Certified Hardware. [Mikhail Khazov](https://canonical.com/blog/author/khazov-m) 13 August 2026 [### Canonical becomes Gold Sponsor of Trifecta Tech Foundation](https://canonical.com/blog/canonical-becomes-gold-sponsor-of-trifecta-tech-foundation) Canonical is pleased to announce it is now a Gold Sponsor of the Trifecta Tech Foundation, a non-profit that creates open source building blocks for critical infrastructure... [Canonical](https://canonical.com/blog/author/canonical) 30 June 2026 [### Ubuntu Summit 26.04: connected by open source](https://canonical.com/blog/ubuntu-summit-26-04-connected-by-open-source) What an incredible experience! Ubuntu Summit 26.04 has officially drawn to a close, but the energy from our global community is still buzzing – in the comments section, on... [ilvipero](https://canonical.com/blog/author/ilvipero) 22 June 2026