How can cloud cost optimization, business value-driven FinOps strategies, and cultural transformation enhance financial operations in the cloud?
In this episode, I’m joined by Anderson Oliveira, a seasoned FinOps consultant and the founder of Zephyr Globe, who shares his expertise on maximizing business value through cloud investments and optimizing FinOps. Anderson discusses the shift from a cost-saving mindset to a value-driven approach in cloud financial management and the strategies organizations can implement to drive efficiency.
During our conversation, we dive into several key topics, including:
- The importance of focusing on business value from cloud investments rather than just cost savings.
- How to identify and capitalize on 'low-hanging fruits' in cloud cost optimization.
- The role of unit economics and cloud waste management in measuring cloud financial success.
- The transition from cost-saving to value-driven FinOps and how it impacts business outcomes.
- Effective strategies for promoting FinOps best practices and creating a culture of cost accountability among engineers.
- The psychological and cultural changes needed to embed cost responsibility across teams.
Anderson also shares insights from his dual experiences as both an in-house FinOps lead and a consultant, offering a unique perspective on the evolving FinOps landscape and how organizations can adapt to optimize their cloud financial operations.
Whether you’re a FinOps professional, cloud engineer, or tech leader, this episode provides actionable insights for driving value, improving cloud financial management, and promoting accountability across organizations.
Make sure to subscribe for more expert insights on FinOps, cloud cost optimization, and driving business value through cloud investments!
Quote of the Show:
“ While you are removing waste, the FinOps practitioner needs to keep another eye on what is the process that you need to put in place to keep this evergreen. That it is not just a one-time effort.” - Anderson Oliveira
Connect with Anderson:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anderson-c-oliveira/
- Company website: https://zephyrglobe.pt
- Blog: https://zephyrglobe.pt/blog
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- Transistor: finopsinaction.com
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PointFiveCloudCostEfficiency
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