A Comprehensive Framework for Supply Chain Orchestration Using Kubernetes Microservices and DevOps Principles
Keywords:
Kubernetes, Microservices, Supply Chain Orchestration, DevOps, CI/CD, Containerization, Logistics Automation, Cloud-Native, Infrastructure as CodeAbstract
Modern supply chains are increasingly reliant on cloud-native architectures to achieve agility, scalability, and operational efficiency. This paper proposes a comprehensive orchestration framework built on Kubernetes, integrating microservices with DevOps principles to automate and optimize supply chain processes. The architecture leverages containerized services, continuous integration pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code to manage dynamic logistics networks, enhance observability, and reduce time-to-market. Case-based scenarios are used to demonstrate the framework's adaptability in real-time order fulfillment, warehouse management, and logistics tracking. This study positions Kubernetes not only as a deployment tool but as a strategic enabler of intelligent supply chain ecosystems
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