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Cisco Full-Stack Observability named a Leader in GigaOm Radar for Cloud Observability

The results are in! Learn why Cisco Full-Stack Observability was recognized as a Leader in GigaOm Radar for Cloud Observability in 2024. I’m pleased to announce that Cisco Full-Stack Observability was recently recognized as a Leader in the 2024 GigaOm Radar for Cloud Observability.

Comparing ways to privately connect devices to the cloud

The biggest driver behind the Internet of Things (IoT) is the value that can be unlocked through data analytics. When you have hundreds, thousands, or millions of devices capable of reporting on an almost unlimited number of attributes, statuses, or environmental factors, the opportunity for businesses to create optimisations or brand new revenue streams is huge.

RDS Cost Optimization: A Deep Dive Into Reducing Costs

AWS’ Relational Database Service (RDS) is a pivotal component for businesses leveraging cloud technology for their database management needs. RDS simplifies a relational database’s setup, operation, and scaling, offering cost-efficiency while automating time-consuming administration tasks like hardware provisioning, database setup, patching, and backups. However, despite its benefits, navigating the cost structure of RDS to ensure efficient spending can be a complex task.

SharePoint Document Retention

Document retention is a critical component of modern data governance, requiring meticulous strategy and precise execution. In today’s digital age, businesses are inundated with vast quantities of data, making effective document management not just advisable but essential. This is particularly true when considering the legal and compliance obligations that organizations must navigate.

Navigating Azure Data Transfer Costs: A Comprehensive Guide

As businesses increasingly migrate to the cloud, understanding the intersections of data transfer expenses is very important. In this article, we’ll break down what Azure Data Transfer Costs entail, explore various types of data transfers, explore Azure Bandwidth pricing, identify the possible factors influencing data transfer costs, and some strategies for optimizing expenses.

Spark Performance Tuning Tips and Solutions for Optimization

Apache Spark is an open-source, distributed application framework designed to run big data workloads at a much faster rate than Hadoop and with fewer resources. Spark leverages in-memory and local disk caching, along with Apache Spark is an open-source, distributed application framework designed to run big data workloads at a much faster rate than Hadoop and with fewer resources.

Azure FinOps: Optimizing Costs and Best Practices

Azure FinOps: Optimizing Costs and Best Practices In episode 4 of "FinOps on Azure," discover expert insights on Azure FinOps along with its best practices featuring Azure MVP - Gregor Suttie Dive deep into cost management best practices, from leveraging Azure Advisor to optimizing resource usage. Discover who to involve in cost reviews, how often to conduct them, and common pitfalls to avoid. Get top tips for Azure cost management and strategies for staying up to date. Whether you're a startup or a large enterprise, master Azure cost optimization for maximum value from your cloud investments.