Application-release automation
Process of packaging and deployment
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Application-release automation (ARA) refers to the process of packaging and deploying an application or update of an application from development, across various environments, and ultimately to production.[1] ARA solutions must combine the abilities of deployment automation, environment management and modeling, and release coordination.[2]
Relationship with DevOps
ARA tools can help to cultivate DevOps best practices by providing a combination of automation, environment modeling and workflow-management capabilities. These practices help teams deliver software rapidly, reliably and responsibly. In particular, ARA can assist with continuous delivery. [3]
Relationship with deployment
ARA deploys applications using structured release-automation techniques that can allow for increased visibility of deployed software.[4] It combines workload automation and release-management tools as they relate to release packages, as well as movement through different environments within the DevOps pipeline.[5] ARA tools help regulate deployments, environments, and releases.[6]
ARA Solutions
All ARA solutions must include capabilities in automation, environment modeling, and release coordination. Additionally, the solution must provide this functionality without reliance on other tools. [7]
| Solution | Released by |
|---|---|
| BuildMaster | Inedo |
| CA Release Automation and Automic | CA Technologies |
| DeployHub | OpenMake Software |
| Deployment Automation (formerly Serena Deployment Automation) | Micro Focus |
| CloudBees Release Automation (formerly Electric Flow) | CloudBees |
| Hybrid Cloud Management (Ultimate Edition) | Micro Focus |
| IBM UrbanCode Deploy | IBM |
| Puppet Enterprise | Puppet |
| Release Lifecycle Management | BMC Software |
| Visual Studio Release Management | Microsoft |
| XL Deploy & XL Release | XebiaLabs |