The New Stack Podcast Why the Cloud Makes Forecasts Difficult and How FinOps Helps
Oct 26, 2023
In this insightful discussion, Matt Stellpflug, a senior FinOps specialist at ProsperOps, delves into the challenges of forecasting cloud expenses. He emphasizes the unpredictable nature of cloud costs and the need for reference workloads. Stellpflug highlights the vital role engineers play in FinOps and suggests collaborating with them to identify key metrics. He also distinguishes between resource and rate optimization, advocating for best practices that tackle high-impact areas first. Tune in for practical strategies to navigate cloud cost management!
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1 2 3 4 5
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Understanding FinOps: Navigating Cloud Financial Management
02:35 • 4min
Overcoming Engineering Resistance in FinOps Strategies
06:36 • 2min
Optimizing Cloud Costs: Strategies and Best Practices
08:40 • 3min
Understanding Resource vs. Rate Optimization in Cloud Management
11:37 • 2min