Red Hat named leader in multicloud container platforms by Forrester

Red Hat has been recognized as a leader in the multicloud container platforms market by the independent research firm Forrester. The evaluation highlights the company's strong execution and positions its OpenShift platform as a strong choice for enterprises focused on support, reliability, and engineering excellence.

In a recent report from The Forrester Wave™, Red Hat earned top marks for its performance in the multicloud container platforms sector. The analysis praises the company's consistent execution, noting that it has maintained a leading position in this competitive market.

"Red Hat’s strong execution has kept it among the top players in this market," states the Forrester report. This recognition underscores Red Hat's capabilities in delivering robust solutions for enterprise needs.

The report specifically recommends Red Hat OpenShift for organizations that value high levels of support, operational reliability, and advanced engineering features. OpenShift, Red Hat's Kubernetes-based platform, facilitates seamless multicloud deployments and management.

For more details, Red Hat has shared a full breakdown of the evaluation on its press release page, inviting enterprises to explore why the platform aligns with their priorities in container orchestration and hybrid cloud environments.

This accolade comes at a time when multicloud strategies are increasingly vital for businesses seeking flexibility and scalability in their IT infrastructures. Forrester's assessment, based on criteria like strategy, current offerings, and market presence, reinforces Red Hat's established role in open-source innovation.

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