In a DevOps environment, various components, microservices, and infrastructure elements need to communicate securely with each other. Digital certificates are used to enable encrypted communication (e.g., TLS/SSL) and ensure the authenticity of endpoints. CLM ensures that these certificates are managed properly, renewed when necessary, and replaced when they expire

DevOps encourages automation at all stages of the software development lifecycle. CLM tools allow for the automated deployment of certificates to the appropriate servers, containers, or devices, ensuring seamless integration into the CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) pipeline.

CLM ensures that new certificates are generated and deployed automatically as part of the continuous delivery process. When a new application version is deployed, the corresponding certificates required for secure communication are provisioned without manual intervention.

Certificates occasionally need to be revoked due to security incidents or changes in infrastructure. CLM tools monitor certificate expirations and automate the renewal process to avoid service disruptions caused by expired certificat

In a DevOps context, infrastructure provisioning and management are often achieved through IaC tools. CLM can be integrated into IaC scripts, ensuring that certificates are appropriately managed and deployed alongside the infrastructure.

CLM can be linked with secret management tools to store and retrieve sensitive information like private keys and passwords securely.

CLM maintains a centralized record of all certificates and their lifecycle events, aiding in compliance audits and security assessmen

DevOps often involves managing applications across different cloud providers and environments. A flexible CLM solution can support multiple platforms, ensuring consistent certificate management across various deployments.