IBM Cloud Pak for Applications
IBM Cloud Pak for Applications is a software offering that helps organizations modernize legacy Java applications and move them toward cloud-native operation. It combines tools such as Mono2Micro for refactoring monoliths into Liberty microservices, Transformation Advisor and WebSphere Liberty, and runs virtual machines and containers side by side on a hybrid platform. IBM offers it in Advanced, Standard and Limited editions that bundle different components.
IBM Cloud Pak for Applications is an IBM product filed under Application Server Software. Lifecycle: versioned, 5 versions listed, latest 5.3.x (18 Jun 2024).
Source: IBM Cloud Pak for Applications, retrieved 15 Oct 2026
Releases and Lifecycle
All IBM productsRelease and support dates as published by IBM; dates within the next 12 months are highlighted, past dates dimmed. Retrieved 2026-10-14.
IBM Cloud Pak for Applications 5 versions
Lifecycle Policy
- Continuous Delivery. IBM provides support for at least two years from general availability, with optional support extensions of at least one further year for an extra charge. [6]
- Support Cycle-2. Support Cycle provides defect and non-defect support for at least two years from general availability; Extended Support may be purchased for up to four further years. [6]
Sources 2
- IBM Product Lifecycle List (CSV) retrieved 2026-10-13
- IBM software support lifecycle policies retrieved 2026-10-14