What is Azure Arc?

Azure Arc redefines hybrid and multicloud management by extending the full power of Azure services to virtually any environment, whether on-premises, at the edge, or across third-party clouds. It consolidates infrastructure management into a single control plane, allowing organizations to operate servers, Kubernetes clusters, and virtualized workloads with the same governance and security policies used in Azure. With its agentless multicloud connector, enterprises gain the ability to bring Azure’s compliance, observability, and governance capabilities to diverse environments without adding operational complexity. Arc also enables the modernization of legacy infrastructure, from SQL Server and Windows Server to containerized apps, helping businesses prepare their systems for an AI-driven future. Developers benefit from seamless integration with familiar tools like GitHub, VS Code, and Kubernetes, which makes building and scaling applications consistent across environments. The solution also supports virtualization platforms like VMware and SCVMM, simplifying lifecycle management and reducing costs. Security is embedded by design, backed by Microsoft’s global security expertise and over 100 regional and industry certifications. Real-time observability is enabled through Azure Monitor, while additional integrations with Microsoft Defender for Cloud strengthen multicloud threat protection. Enterprises across industries—including retail, sports, manufacturing, and government—use Azure Arc to unify infrastructure, accelerate application delivery, and unlock innovation at scale. With a flexible pricing model and proven customer ROI, Azure Arc provides the agility, security, and intelligence required for today’s adaptive cloud strategies.

Screenshots and Video

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
azure.microsoft.com/en-us/products/azure-arc/
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
On-Prem
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Azure Arc Categories and Features

Cloud Security Software

Antivirus
Application Security
Behavioral Analytics
Encryption
Endpoint Management
Incident Management
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Intelligence
Two-Factor Authentication
Vulnerability Management

Cloud Management Software

Access Control
Billing & Provisioning
Capacity Analytics
Cost Management
Demand Monitoring
Multi-Cloud Management
Performance Analytics
SLA Management
Supply Monitoring
Workflow Approval