Overview

The objective of the customer-managed watsonx Gen AI solution provides a dedicated, single-tenant environment on IBM Cloud, ideal for organizations that need full control over their AI workloads, with a focus on security, customization, and performance. Hosted within a VPC Landing Zone on Red Hat OpenShift, this solution ensures high availability, scalability, and optimal performance, while aligning with IBM Cloud’s best practices. It's perfect for industries with strict data sovereignty and compliance needs.

In contrast, the SaaS-based watsonx Gen AI solution offers a more streamlined, fully managed experience. It eliminates the need for customers to manage infrastructure, making it suitable for businesses looking for convenience and reduced operational overhead.

In summary, the customer-managed, single-tenant watsonx gen AI solution is ideal for enterprises that require full control, heightened security, and customized deployment, while the watsonx SaaS solution is better suited for businesses looking for a more streamlined, managed experience with less operational responsibility. Each approach has its distinct advantages depending on the organization's requirements around control, performance, and complexity.