Create, store, protect, inspect, copy, and oversee container images and artifacts using a fully managed, geo-redundant instance of OCI distribution. Seamlessly connect across various environments, such as Azure Kubernetes Service and Azure Red Hat OpenShift, as well as different Azure services like App Service, Machine Learning, and Batch. The geo-replication feature allows for the effective management of a single registry that spans multiple regions. The OCI artifact repository facilitates the addition of helm charts, singularity support, and new formats that are compatible with OCI artifacts. Automated processes for building and updating containers, including base image revisions and scheduled tasks, enhance efficiency. Security measures are integrated, featuring Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication, role-based access control, Docker content trust, and virtual network integration. Azure Container Registry Tasks simplify the processes of building, testing, pushing, and deploying images to Azure, ensuring a smoother workflow. This comprehensive management approach not only improves collaboration but also accelerates the development lifecycle within cloud environments.