Mumbai, October 18: In an era dominated by cloud computing, managing costs efficiently has become paramount. Enter CloudKeeper, an end-to-end FinOps solution that revolutionizes cloud cost management. With its unique proposition, CloudKeeper guarantees immediate savings on entire AWS bills without any commitments or additional costs. This innovative solution offers free access to CloudKeeper Lens, an AWS Cost Analytics Platform providing real-time insights and granular views of cloud spend patterns. Moreover, CloudKeeper conducts expert-driven Well-Architected Framework Reviews, ensuring infrastructures align with AWS best practices.
Delve into a conversation with Mr.Marquis Fernandes (Business Head at Quantic India) who connected with Mr. Aman Agarwal who is the Business Head of CloudKeeper. Get know more below on how, with a rising demand for robust cloud cost management, CloudKeeper is reshaping the industry, saving businesses an average of 25% on cloud costs. As the cloud computing market continues to grow, CloudKeeper stands as an indispensable partner in the journey towards optimized cloud spending.
Marquis: Aman, let’s dive in. Could you provide an overview of what CloudKeeper entails?
Aman: Of course, Marquis.
Thank you, Marquis. It’s great to be here. CloudKeeper is an AWS FinOps & cost optimization solution that offers instant and guaranteed savings of up to 25% on the entire AWS bill. It has helped 300+ global customers and delivered over $100 mn in savings. All this comes without any cost, effort, or lock-in. CloudKeeper is an AWS Premier Partner with over 12 years of experience on AWS cloud.
CloudKeeper is a comprehensive FinOps solution designed to cover the entire FinOps process: ‘inform,’ ‘optimize,’ and ‘operate.’ When you engage with CloudKeeper, you immediately start realizing savings on your entire cloud bill without any associated commitments or additional costs. It encompasses 3 aspects: Guaranteed Savings, where customers start seeing a reduction in their cloud spends from day 1 with no lock-in, no commitments and no hidden costs; Software, where we have CloudKeeper Lens, our Cloud cost visibility and recommendations platform which gives resource-level cost visibility and optimization recommendations; and Services, where our certified FinOps experts provide end-to-end consultation coupled with periodic AWS Well-architected Reviews and ensuring on-going cost efficient cloud operations.
Interviewer (Marquis): That sounds promising. What sets CloudKeeper apart from its competitors in your perspective?
Aman: Well, Marquis, CloudKeeper stands out due to its guaranteed immediate savings on cloud bills without requiring any commitments or extra expenses. Furthermore, it offers free access to CloudKeeper Lens, a cloud Cost Analytics Platform that delivers real-time insights and cost optimization recommendations. We also conduct expert-driven Well-Architected Framework Reviews to ensure adherence to AWS best practices. Additionally, we provide access to FinOps experts to further enhance cost management and guidance on building cost-optimized Cloud Solutions.
CloudKeeper also has the distinction of being a Premier Partner with AWS, a Premier Partner of the FinOps Foundation and has a customer feedback rating of 4.6 on G2 which is exceptional. Additionally CloudKeeper has been recognized by Gartner, IDC and G2, multiple times. With over 12 years of experience, CloudKeeper is also ranked among the top 5 AWS Well-Architected Partners globally.
Interviewer (Marquis): Impressive, Aman. Can you shed light on how FinOps has become relevant in the industry?
FinOps is the practice of combining financial management and cloud operations. It has gained immense importance in recent years due to the surge in cloud adoption by businesses.
As businesses scale their cloud usage, monitoring and controlling costs becomes challenging. Cloud service providers offer a wide range of services and pricing models, making it crucial for businesses to understand their cloud expenditures comprehensively. FinOps equips businesses with the tools and methodologies to analyze cost data, identify cost drivers, and make informed decisions to optimize spending.
For newcomers looking to implement FinOps, starting with a strong foundation is essential. This includes setting clear cost management goals, establishing cross-functional collaboration between finance, operations, and technical teams, and leveraging dedicated tools and technologies for cost tracking and optimization. Newcomers should prioritize building a culture of cost awareness and accountability within their organization. This involves educating stakeholders on the financial implications of cloud usage, promoting responsible cloud resource utilization, and implementing effective governance processes.
Interviewer (Marquis): In light of that, how is the demand for solutions like CloudKeeper growing, and what impact is it having on the industry?
Aman: The demand for cloud cost management solutions is on the rise as more businesses adopt cloud computing. The complexity of cloud billing and the increasing costs associated with cloud services are driving this demand. Reports suggest substantial growth in the global cloud computing market.
According to a report by Gartner, the global cloud computing market is expected to grow from $371.4 billion in 2022 to $832.1 billion in 2025. This growth is being driven by the increasing adoption of cloud computing by businesses of all sizes. A report by IDC predicts that the global cloud cost management market will grow from $2.2 billion in 2022 to $6.3 billion in 2027. This growth is being driven by the increasing complexity of cloud billing and the need for businesses to have visibility into their cloud usage. A study by Flexera found that 72% of businesses are concerned about their cloud costs. The average business wastes 30% of its cloud spend according to a survey by Flexera. Cloud cost management solutions can help businesses save an average of 25% on their cloud costs.
Interviewer (Marquis): Moving on to CloudKeeper EDP+, can you tell us about it and how it relates to the Enterprise Discount Program offered by AWS?
Aman: AWS Enterprise Discount Program (EDP) offers organizations significant cost savings and a range of benefits. By consolidating AWS usage and committing to an annual usage volume, organizations can enjoy a number of benefits like savings through discounted pricing, customized solutions based on their plans and dedicated enterprise support from AWS.
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