Containers serve as lightweight application run-time environments that package applications along with their dependencies, allowing for efficient and portable deployment across various platforms. They enable developers to run multiple instances of applications with different library versions side-by-side on the same operating system, enhancing resource utilization and simplifying the deployment process.

DevOps fosters collaboration between software development and IT operations teams, aiming to eliminate bottlenecks in development and delivery cycles. By automating processes and providing developers with the resources to create and test code independently, organizations can achieve faster release cycles and improved efficiency in delivering new features and updates.

Edge computing is gaining traction as organizations deploy workloads closer to where data is generated or consumed. IDC predicts that by 2024, applications deployed at edge sites will increase by 800%. This shift presents challenges for IT infrastructures, as businesses must adapt to manage and secure a growing number of edge applications while ensuring efficient performance and connectivity.