Future of Cloud Optimization

Ep 5: Bringing the Scientific Method to FinOps: Test, Prove & Scale | Varsha Sundar, Chubb

23 Jan 2025

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With impressive achievements, including $1.3M in annual savings from her first optimization project, Varsha Sundar, VP of Global Cloud FinOps at Chubb offers practical insights into building effective FinOps practices in this episode of The Future of Cloud Optimization. She also tells Suresh about the delicate balance between performance and cost optimization, the evolution of FinOps in enterprise environments, and the transformative potential of AI in cloud management. As a FinOps Foundation Ambassador for North America, Varsha provides valuable perspectives on industry trends and career development in this rapidly evolving field. Topics discussed:-The strategic role of FinOps in enterprise digital transformation, in particular cost optimization while maintaining performance and availability standards.- Implementation of quick optimization wins, including instance right-sizing, start-stop scheduling, and lifecycle management for immediate cost savings.- Balancing automated tools with human expertise in cloud management, emphasizing the importance of both technological solutions and team capabilities.- Integration of AI and automation in cloud management, and future possibilities and current limitations in FinOps tooling- Management of SLA violations and credit processes, including challenges with multi-service impacts and credit recovery procedures- The evolution of FinOps practices and tools, including current market offerings and potential improvements in cloud management solutions- Career development guidance for aspiring FinOps professionals, emphasizing hands-on experience and comprehensive service understanding- A step-by-step approach to implementing optimization initiatives, from opportunity identification through testing and enterprise-wide deployment

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Future of Cloud Optimization

Ep 5: Bringing the Scientific Method to FinOps: Test, Prove & Scale | Varsha Sundar, Chubb

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