FinOps: Optimize Now. Don‘t Waste Business Money & Resources

If you don't practice FinOps you should start considering moving out to Cloud. Apply it now to save money and resources for your company and the environment.

Business
Are Rainy Days Ahead for Cloud?

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Source: BBC News at Yahoo

Cloud is facing potential challenges as companies reconsider their tech strategies:

Reconsidering cloud usage can lead to significant advantages. It’s key to weigh the pros and cons for your specific needs and improve your efficiency by improving cloud processes or using private services.

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Azure
Microsoft Brings AI to FinOps

Microsoft Azure brought Copilot now to the Azure Cost & Budget Management:

Forecasting Insights:

  • Analyzes past trends to predict future costs.

  • Aids in understanding budget impacts.

  • Influences future budget decisions.

Improved Export Features:

Microsoft Fabric:

Azure Advisor:

Employ these tools and best practices to optimize your cloud budget and forecast effectively in Azure.

Articles
Cloud Elasticity Explained

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Elasticity is crucial for managing cloud costs efficiently.

It means paying only for what you use. Think of it like an electricity bill. Reducing rent requires moving effort, unlike turning off lights.

  • AWS Products Elasticity Insights:

  • Better Projections: Understanding elasticity improves budget predictions and efficiency. It helps in planning cloud resource usage effectively.

Tips
5 Tips for Implementing a Strong FinOps Program

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FinOps helps control costs without compromising performance. Here are 5 tips for a strong FinOps program:

  1. Bridge the Gap Connect budget and cost drivers—train stakeholders in cloud costs.

  2. Drive Behavioral Change Reporting must drive change. Set goals and act on them.

  3. Build a Culture Foster cost awareness. Ensure everyone feels accountable.

  4. Shift Left Apply cost consciousness early. Act promptly on issues.

  5. Collaborate and Communicate Use technology and expert insights. Hold regular, action-oriented meetings.

Mention of Honour Special

Deserved for recent discoveries that are inspiring for the FinOps community.

🎖️ Mention of Honour
Using GreenOps to Improve Your Operational Efficiency and Save the Planet

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A greener IT infrastructure not only saves money but also helps the planet.

IT is responsible for 1.4% of carbon emissions. Reducing energy usage in data centers is crucial.

Kube-green will support more Kubernetes resources soon. This will enhance green strategies and infrastructure efficiency.

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🏆️ Quick Wins

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