next layer GmbH is an Austrian cloud service provider that offers managed Kubernetes (and other cloud) solutions. Its platform deploys clusters across multiple physically separate data centers in Vienna. The company advertises at least 99.99% uptime for its clusters and compliance with ISO 27001 security standards. All data hosting is done on Austrian servers under GDPR. The service supports automated cluster scaling and monitoring, and is backed by 24/7 support. next layer began as part of a Vienna-based telecom consulting firm and focuses on enterprise-grade cloud services.