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Cluster Autoscaling | The Second Myth of Apache Spark Optimization

Cluster Autoscaling is helpful for improving cloud resource optimization, but it doesn’t eliminate application waste. Watch the video to learn how Cluster Autoscaling can't fix the entire issue of application inefficiencies, but how Pepperdata Capacity Optimizer can enhance it and ensure it utilizes resources accordingly.

Cost Management: Definition, Benefits, And Tools

Any business aiming to control and optimize their expenses can benefit from implementing structured and consistent Cost Management. It's a journey toward not just surviving but thriving in an ever-evolving marketplace. In this article, we'll break down what this practice entails, highlight its key benefits, and introduce you to effective tools that can help you manage your costs efficiently.

Relationship Between DevOps and FinOps and Azure Cost Management

In this episode of "FinOps on Azure," Richard Fennell, CTO at Black Marble and FinOps certified practitioner Michael Stephenson MVP, discusses the relationship between DevOps, FinOps, and Azure Cost Management. The podcast discusses how integrating FinOps into DevOps practices enhances cost management and optimization. Richard emphasizes the challenges of implementation, the importance of senior management support, and the early involvement of FinOps in development cycles to improve decision-making and identify cost-saving opportunities.

What Is Cloud Elasticity? (And How Does It Affect Cloud Spend?)

Cloud computing provides significant benefits over on-premises computing, including the ability to expand operations without purchasing new hardware. But there’s more. With cloud computing, you can adjust compute resources to meet changing demands. For example, you can buy extra online storage for your chatbot system as you receive increasing customer inquiries over time. You’d pay for as much online storage as you use.

Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings: Why LED Mirrors Are a Smart Investment

LED mirrors have become a popular choice for modern homes, and for good reason. These innovative mirrors offer a blend of stylish design, practical functionality, and, importantly, energy efficiency. If you're considering an upgrade to your home decor, here's why LED mirrors are a smart investment that can save you money and benefit the environment.

15 New Relic Alternatives To Evaluate In 2024

It’s no secret. Competition is more than fierce in SaaS; it’s also bitter. The competition will enter any market, area, and idea as long as there’s money to fund it — even if the margins are close to zero. Having an observability tool like New Relic or New Relic alternatives can be the key to protecting your margins. A few hours of service disruption, a software bug, or unoptimized code deployment can significantly impact customer experience.

Myth #2 of Apache Spark Optimization: Cluster Autoscaling

In this blog series we’ll be examining the Five Myths of Apache Spark Optimization. (Stay tuned for the entire series!) If you’ve missed Myth #1, check it out here. The second myth examines another common assumption of many Spark practitioners: Cluster Autoscaling stops applications from wasting resources.

AWS EKS Pricing Explained: A 2024 Guide

Cloud computing demands efficient application deployment, management, and scaling. Amazon EKS offers a solid solution, simplifying cloud computing management for organizations. At its core, AWS EKS harnesses the power of Kubernetes to automate tasks within AWS’s secure cloud infrastructure. It supports smooth and reliable application performance, which is crucial for organizations scaling their operations. This guide details AWS EKS pricing and offers practical tips on reducing costs.

8 questions for cloud cost optimization-Part 2

This is a two-part blog series which covers the fundamental questions businesses need to ask for cost-efficient cloud usage. These questions include: While you can find the first four questions answered in the first part of this series, you can also get access to the full list by downloading our latest white paper, How IT leaders can drive more with less: An enterprise guide to technology adoption and cloud usage in a disrupted economy. Now let’s explore the second half of the checklist.