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FinOps automation explained: how and why to adopt

In the simplest terms, FinOps is the joining together of finance and operations. Just like DevOps is the joining of development and operations. Both are partly tool-based and partly cultural. And both aim to fix problems that face technology or cloud-driven businesses. The goal of FinOps is to align cloud cost optimisation with the broader goals of the business by introducing transparency, accountability and clear reporting.
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What to look for in an Azure monitoring solution: A checklist

Microsoft Azure is a cloud platform known for its ability to build and deliver flexible and scalable cloud services efficiently. However, the complexity within the Azure cloud network increases with the size and functions of cloud services deployed. To untangle the complexities and understand the Azure cloud, you need to have clear visibility into your Azure services and applications at any given moment. This can only be achieved by monitoring Azure cloud in real time.

Recap: Site24x7's takeaways from AWS re:Invent 2024

AWS re:Invent 2024 brought together cloud innovators, developers, and business leaders to explore the future of technology and cloud computing. This year’s event focused on three major themes that resonated throughout the sessions and announcements: AI, observability, and cloud optimization. These themes underline the evolution of cloud ecosystems and the growing need for smarter, more proactive tools to manage and optimize them.

Monitor unit economics with Datadog Cloud Cost Management

Cloud unit economics measures the amount an organization spends on cloud services to achieve a discrete business outcome such as a conversion, sign-up, or checkout. Your cloud spending may increase as your applications get more usage and the complexity of your cloud environment grows.

Azure Private Link, Explained

Azure Private Link is Microsoft’s ultimate offering to get secure, scalable connectivity for your services. Here’s everything you need to know about it. Whether you’re working with a hybrid cloud environment, multi-region deployments, or simply looking to secure access to Microsoft Azure’s platform services, this hyperscaler provides a variety of connectivity options tailored to different needs.

Opportunity Will Arise From Uncertainty In 2025

As January 2025 draws to a close, the challenges of 2024 still resonate. Last year was exceptionally turbulent for both businesses and individuals, driven in large part by geopolitical tensions, the cost-of-living crisis, and widespread economic uncertainty. According to November ONS figures, 57% of businesses reported experiencing turnover challenges, with 23% citing economic uncertainty as the primary cause.

Ensuring robust data protection with Azure DevOps backup solutions

Data protection is a cornerstone in modern DevOps environments. As software development evolves, the need for robust backup solutions becomes increasingly critical. Azure DevOps provides essential tools to safeguard your data and ensure operational continuity.

FinOps Data Ingestion

FinOps, has become a critical element within companies that want to improve their financial aspect related with cloud. One of the key points in this practice is data ingestion that helps companies gather critical information about their cloud spending. In this guide, we will discuss what data ingestion is in FinOps, its need, recommendations, problems, and how we can contribute at Turbo360.

Developers are Troubleshooting Directly in Slack and Teams with AI

“I asked Lumigo Copilot to provide context about issues from my phone. It saved me triaging time and also helped me understand who the relevant developer is to handle the alert, which keeps me from wasting someone else’s time” – Lior Mechlovich, CTO & Co-Founder, Salespeak. This quote from one of our beta users captures the power of Lumigo Copilot in Slack. Troubleshooting doesn’t have to be tedious.