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Why Your Logging Data and Bills Get Out of Hand

In the labyrinth of IT systems, logging is a fundamental beacon guiding operational stability, troubleshooting, and security. In this quest, however, organizations often find themselves inundated with a deluge of logs. Each action, every transaction, and the minutiae of system behavior generate a trail of invaluable data—verbose, intricate, and at times, overwhelming.

A Quick Guide to Get You Started with Spark on Kubernetes (K8s)

Apache Spark versus Kubernetes? Or both? The past few years have seen a dramatic increase in companies deploying Spark on Kubernetes (K8s). This isn’t surprising, considering the benefits that K8s brings to the table. Adopting Kubernetes can help improve resource utilization and reduce cloud expenses, a key initiative in many organizations given today’s economic climate.

Unleashing the power of AI and automation for effective Cloud Cost Optimization in 2024

In the current dynamic business environment, cloud computing has emerged as the fundamental driver of innovation and scalability. As companies increasingly rely on the cloud for their business initiatives achieving cloud cost optimization remains a significant hurdle.

10 Key strategies for Enhanced Cloud Cost Visibility and Control

As your cloud usage increases, so will the complexity and length of your cloud invoice. It is crucial for organizations to possess the skill of deciphering such invoices, extracting essential data, and making informed decisions to maximize the business value derived from cloud.

Top 5 Cloud FinOps strategies for 2024

As we step into 2024, Cloud Computing continues its rapid expansion, with global spending on cloud services projected to surpass a trillion dollars by the end of 2024. In this landscape, efficient cloud cost management has become paramount, and Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) emerges as the strategic cornerstone for organizations seeking to optimize costs and drive operational excellence.

EKS Add-ons And Integrations: Evaluating Cost Impacts

Amazon Kubernetes Service (EKS) has rapidly become the de facto solution for organizations seeking to deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using Kubernetes. EKS simplifies the complexities associated with Kubernetes, allowing teams to focus on developing and deploying applications more efficiently. However, as organizations scale their Kubernetes environments, managing and optimizing costs can quickly become a significant concern.

5 Ways CloudZero Found Savings Using Its Own Platform

Naturally, our own platform forms the backbone of our cloud cost savings strategy. And before releasing any new feature, we try it out ourselves to see how well it helps us manage our own SaaS costs. If it works well for us, that means there’s already one satisfied user in the world — and there will likely be more!

The SaaS Revenue Model: 5 Types To Consider

Most people still remember the days when software applications were distributed mostly through CD-ROMs and floppy disks. While some companies still maintain CD distribution methods, it’s safe to say that the SaaS distribution or “SaaS revenue model” has taken over. In this guide, we’ll explore what this SaaS Revenue Model is, why it’s so popular now, and some tips to help you make the most of it.

What Is A Cloud Engineer? Here's a Quick Breakdown

As you’ve probably realized by now, cloud computing isn’t the future. It is here and now. According to Gartner, global spending on public cloud services alone will surpass $725 billion by 2024. This rise in cloud computing is a great career opportunity for you. And what better way to immensely benefit from this shift than becoming a cloud engineer?