Kubernetes, a widely-used open-source container orchestration system, presents challenges in cluster stability, resource management, security, and engineering stress despite its popularity in production environments. During Dynatrace Perform 2024, Dynatrace's Alois Mayr and Akamas' Stefano Doni discussed solutions to enhance Kubernetes management. Dynatrace introduced an application that offers a high-level overview of Kubernetes operations with an AI status bar for quick problem identification, while Akamas provides AI-driven optimization for Kubernetes-based applications, reducing costs and improving performance. By integrating these tools, organizations can address the complexities of Kubernetes, improve application performance, and increase productivity in managing Kubernetes environments. The collaboration aims to simplify cluster management, allowing IT teams to better leverage Kubernetes' capabilities while reducing operational burdens and enhancing user experiences.