Hey folks! I'm diving into the world of cloud costs and I'm curious about a puzzling issue. Despite the availability of many vendors, tools, and tons of documentation, there's still a substantial amount of potential savings that seems to be overlooked. What do you think are the reasons for this? Is it mainly due to risk, time constraints, or something else entirely? I'd love to hear about your experiences and insights on this topic!
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From what I've seen, once the easy savings are captured, further cost reductions usually need significant redesigns or major software rewrites. This can take months or years, which makes companies hesitant, especially if their current systems are running profitably but inefficiently.
Right, it appears the issue isn't just infrastructure but also how efficient the software is programmed.
I think part of the issue is shared ownership. Cloud expenses often fall between finance and engineering, leading to a lack of accountability. Teams are also worried about breaking things, which hinders them from making necessary changes. Plus, cost optimization frequently gets sidelined due to pressing product deadlines. Many companies just lack clear visibility into where they're overspending.
I reduced cloud costs for a previous company by a million a year, but they tried to cut my bonus for it! There’s little motivation for employees to save costs in the cloud, which seems off.
How did they justify cutting your bonus? That seems like a bad call considering the savings you brought!
Cloud cost management resembles typical business maintenance. If it can be delayed without immediate issues, it often gets pushed aside. An automated system that stays updated is essential, but that demands resources and commitment, which many companies lack.
Totally agree! I've noticed engineers often get overwhelmed, and neglected optimizations can snowball into bigger problems. In Germany, saving even a few thousand a month could mean bringing on another engineer.
Exactly! Investing time in optimizing might seem less appealing than focusing on new projects, considering the opportunity costs involved.