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An Insider’s Guide to Optimizing Azure Costs

We all know that diving into the Azure cloud platform brings tons of benefits, but it also means keeping an eye on those spending tabs. So, here’s a breakdown of Azure cost optimization straight from someone who’s been there, done that.

When we talk about Azure cost optimization, we’re talking about getting strategic. It’s about finding ways to get the most out of Azure’s capabilities without blowing the budget. Think optimizing workload performance, configuring resources smartly, and setting up governance policies to keep things in check.

Why does this matter? For starters, it’s all about keeping those operational expenses in check while ramping up the ROI. Plus, making sure your cloud performance is top-notch, your data is secure, and your cloud strategies are in sync with business goals.

Now, how do you know when it’s time to start optimizing those Azure costs? Here are some telltale signs:

  • Your cloud bill is giving you sticker shock.
  • You’re not exactly sure where all that spending is going.
  • Your cloud resources are scattered across different projects with no clear organization.
  • Your cloud spending doesn’t quite line up with your business objectives.
  • You’re facing performance hiccups or security issues due to cloud configurations.
  • You’re not taking full advantage of Azure’s cost-saving options.
  • You’re not following best practices for cloud cost optimization.

But don’t worry, we have a game plan for optimizing those Azure costs:

Cost-effective Pricing Options: Grab those discounts with reserved instances and spot VMs.

Resource Tagging and Grouping: Organize resources like a pro to keep track of where your money’s going.

Resource Optimization: Clean up unused resources and make sure everything’s sized just right.

Dynamic Scaling with VM Autoscaling: Let your resources flex with demand to keep costs down.

Azure Hybrid Benefit: Score some savings if you’ve got existing licenses for Windows Server and SQL Server.

Cost Management Governance: Strengthen your governance game with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure.

We know that optimizing Azure costs can feel like navigating a maze blindfolded – and that’s where we come in.

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Published by John Saund, 360 Visibility