When to choose containers

Deploying FileNet® P8 containers instead of an on-premises installation can be preferable in a number of possible scenarios. But there are also reasons to maintain a standard on-premises installation model. Consider the relevant factors when deciding whether to use containers.

Deploying products in a container environment can be faster and easier than a standard on-premises installation. Additionally, updating software in a container environment can be simpler and less disruptive.

If you have the following requirements for your content services environment, you might want to choose a container deployment:
  • Dynamic scalability to adjust to workload
  • Zero downtime support for patching
  • Ability to not only quickly patch or upgrade but quickly rollback to previous versions
  • Better resource usage and management
  • Better resiliency for your applications
If you have any of the following requirements, you might want to choose or maintain a standard on-premises installation: