Operations | Monitoring | ITSM | DevOps | Cloud

How we've created a successful FinOps practice at Datadog

When you adopt FinOps to maximize the value of your cloud spending, you may have some simple first steps you can take to gain cost efficiency. For example, you can find and delete any unused resources to quickly realize a one-time optimization. But the ongoing work to manage cloud costs becomes complex as your organization grows, your infrastructure spans multiple clouds, and you can't easily see the full value of your cloud spending by tracking only the bottom line.

Install Pandora ITSM from Pandora FMS Console

Until now, deploying Pandora ITSM required a standalone installation, manual database configuration, and later integration with Pandora FMS. With the new NG 783 version, that entire process has been simplified: Pandora ITSM can now be installed directly from the Pandora FMS web console, no additional servers, no external steps, and with integration already configured.

A Guide To Azure Database Pricing (And Reducing Costs)

You spun up Azure SQL for your app backend, added Cosmos DB for global performance, and let your devs explore PostgreSQL freely. Everything worked — until the invoice hit. Your engineers need high availability and performance. Your CFO wants predictability. And you’re stuck trying to untangle what, exactly, is driving your Azure bill. You’re not alone. Between service types, pricing tiers, and throughput models, Azure database pricing can surprise even experienced teams.

Prometheus Gauges vs Counters: What to Use and When

Choosing the wrong metric type in Prometheus can lead to inaccurate dashboards, false positives in alerting, and missed indicators of system failure. Gauge metrics are intended for tracking values that can go up and down, such as memory usage, queue depth, or the number of active connections. Unlike counters, which only increment (or reset on restart), gauges reflect the current state of a resource at scrape time.

Spike vs. PagerDuty: Which On-Call Management Tool Is Better in 2025

If you’re stuck between choosing Spike vs. PagerDuty for your on-call management, you’re at the right place. I wrote this blog post to end your confusion and help you make a better choice. I’ve presented a comparative analysis for these two tools across 4 key criteria (keep reading to find what they are). For each criterion, there’s either a winner or a tie. When it’s a tie, each tool gets one point. If there’s a winner, that tool gets two points.

How Technology Is Making Prostate Massage Safer and Smarter

Men's health is being talked about more openly than ever. Topics like prostate massage, once considered off-limits, are now part of normal wellness conversations. This shift is not just social, it's also about better tools. Thanks to new technology, prostate massage is now safer, cleaner, and easier to try. This article will explain how tech is improving prostate massage, why more men are trying it, and what you should know before getting started.

Manufacturing Campuses Are Missing OSHA Marks on Internal Road Safety Features

In 2023, OSHA cited over 1,700 employers for violations related to workplace traffic and pedestrian safety. Many of those cases involved manufacturing campuses-environments where speed and productivity often take priority over safe internal traffic design. When key safety features are skipped during layout planning or later updates, the result isn't just inconvenience. It's a measurable rise in injuries, liability, and downtime.

Essential Tips for Scoring the Best Deals on Camera Gear Online

Ever find yourself staring at that dreamy camera lens online, heart racing... but your wallet sighs in defeat? You're not alone. Hunting for top-quality camera gear at wallet-friendly prices can feel like chasing shadows-exciting one moment, frustrating the next. But what if scoring that deal wasn't just about luck? Here's the deal: You don't need to blow your budget to upgrade your kit.

The Science Behind VR Motion Sickness: Solutions for Developers

Virtual reality (VR) has revolutionized digital interaction, offering immersive experiences across gaming, training simulations, healthcare, and education. However, a persistent challenge remains: VR motion sickness. This condition affects users when there is a sensory mismatch between what they see in the virtual environment and what their body perceives. Understanding the physiological mechanisms behind this issue is crucial for developers working in virtual reality software development services to create seamless and comfortable experiences.