Security 6th August 2024 by Bethany Keeling

Keeping an Eye on the Sky: Security Best Practices for Protecting Your Cloud

In the cloud, data breaches can result in unauthorised access, theft, or even exposure of sensitive information, leading to many problems for your business. While substantial financial repercussions are often motivation enough, there’s also the threat of severe reputation damage, undermined customer confidence, and a long-term weakening of your brand’s positioning to consider. 3 minute read
Cost OptimisationMicrosoft 30th July 2024 by AmyKelly Petruzzella

The Untold Balancing Act of Microsoft Copilot for Security

Amidst the rising tide of cyber threats, businesses worldwide are in dire need of robust, reliable tools to protect their most valuable assets. Enter Microsoft Security Copilot, a state-of-the-art, AI-driven solution that offers a comprehensive approach to security across various domains. 3 minute read
FinOps 25th July 2024 by Bethany Keeling

What is Effective Savings Rate (ESR) in FinOps?

There’s no doubt that FinOps continues to set the bar for cloud management. Paired with a cloud optimization tool, FinOps can be especially effective at reducing costs and maximizing collaboration and efficiency across the organization. But what if we told you that there was another element that could super-charge FinOps activity by accurately calculating your true savings performance? That’s where the Effective Savings Rate (ESR) comes in. 2 minute read
dynamic background behind blog title Cloud 17th July 2024 by Harold Groothedde

How to Engage Your Team in Cloud Efficiency Initiatives and Deliver FinOps Optimisation

Achieving cloud efficiency and FinOps success for your organization hinges on harnessing the power of teamwork and collaboration at every level, from the C-suite downwards. It’s about more than just optimizing costs or deploying the latest tech. It’s about creating a cohesive team where every member is onboard and fully engaged in streamlining operations, cutting unnecessary spending, and driving growth. 5 minute read
dynamic background with blog title Cloud 12th July 2024 by Neil May

The Modern CFO’s Role in Cloud Efficiency – How to Collaborate with IT for Better Results

We all know the saying ‘teamwork makes the dream work’, and a CFO’s collaboration with IT is vital for optimizing cloud efficiency. Close collaboration between a CFO and their IT team is needed not just to strategize but to ensure effective execution of FinOps practices, and long-term ROI. 5 minute read
Be a Cloud Hero: The Path to Becoming FinOps Certified Cost OptimisationDigital SkillsFinOps 9th July 2024 by Joe Stevenson

Be a Cloud Hero: The Path to Becoming FinOps Certified

As cloud reliance grows across a broad spectrum of industries, the importance of maintaining control over costs and processes grows with it. So, are you ready to be the cloud hero your organization needs? 3 minute read
Starting the FinOps Journey: Aligning cloud spend with business objectives CloudFinOps 5th July 2024 by Joe Stevenson

Starting the FinOps Journey: Aligning Cloud Spend with Business Objectives

FinOps – a fusion of financial management and cloud operations – provides cloud technology clarity while enabling organizations to align cloud spend with business objectives. It aids in avoiding common cloud spending pitfalls and supports making informed decisions about cloud cost allocation and management. 5 minute read