A Practical Framework For CI/CD Pipeline Optimization In Multi-Cloud Environments

Abstract

This paper studies how Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines can be optimised into multi-cloud environments where interoperability and resource management pose major difficulties. It finds that there are core obstacles, including tool fragmentation, security inconsistencies, and infrastructure complexity, to impede an effective deployment of CI/CD practices across heterogeneous cloud platforms. Using an explanatory research design, analysing both qualitative and quantitative secondary data, the research suggests a practical framework for improving pipeline efficiency. The study also assesses the impact of optimised CI/CD strategies with real–world case studies on IBM and Innovative Solutions. Finds resource orchestration, unified security policies, and integration of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning can help improve the CI/CD functionality. The adoption of cloud service brokers, infrastructure-as-code practices, and predictive analytics is recommended to ensure the CI/CD operations of cloud native architecture are scalable and secure.