Explore emerging Kubernetes application models and their potential for standardization in this conference talk. Delve into the KubernetesApplication in Crossplane and the Open Application Model (OAM), comparing their strengths and opportunities. Gain insights into the efforts towards converging these approaches into a standardized application model as part of the CNCF SIG: sig-app-delivery. Learn how these models capture complex cloud resources and their connectivity, and understand their potential impact on scheduling across clusters, regions, and clouds. Discover the latest developments in cloud-native application definition and deployment strategies.