Docker, widely used in software development, often faces challenges when it comes to production deployment due to issues with image consistency and dependency management. The common practice of rebuilding Docker images at each phase of the development pipeline leads to variability in the final product, as dependencies may differ between stages. Instead of rebuilding, promoting a stable, tested Docker image through quality gates to production ensures consistency. However, Docker's tagging system, which is limited to one registry per host, complicates the promotion process. Artifactory offers a robust solution with virtual repositories, allowing for seamless promotion and management of Docker images through the development pipeline. This approach ensures that the same image developed and tested is ultimately the one deployed to production, minimizing the risk of inconsistencies. Setting up this system is simplified with Artifactory's Reverse Proxy Configuration Generator, facilitating the use of Docker registries in production environments.