Cloud cost optimization is not the main focus of most developers nor is it the main concern for R&D leaders. Thus, it is a forgotten subject before the cost becomes too painful. As we’re entering turbulent times, it makes sense to take advantage of the easy savings, before doing the hard ones.
Even if you’re not using a cost partner to help, there are a number of ways you can realize savings yourself. Here are some useful AWS resources that point you to the right direction:
- AWS Cost Explorer: This tool allows you to visualize, understand, and manage your AWS costs and usage over time. You can use it to create custom cost reports, identify cost-saving opportunities, and more. https://aws.amazon.com/aws-cost-management/aws-cost-explorer/
- AWS Cost and Usage Reports: This service provides detailed billing and usage data for your AWS account, allowing you to analyze and optimize your costs. https://aws.amazon.com/aws-cost-management/aws-cost-and-usage-reporting/
- AWS Trusted Advisor: This tool provides real-time guidance to help you optimize your AWS resources, including cost optimization recommendations. https://aws.amazon.com/premiumsupport/trustedadvisor/
- AWS Cost Optimization Whitepapers: AWS offers a number of whitepapers on cost optimization best practices. https://aws.amazon.com/whitepapers/
- AWS Cost Optimization Blogs: AWS publishes a number of blogs on cost optimization best practices and tips. https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/
If you have more specific questions in mind, such as how to decrease the spend for an Elastic Search cluster, we’re happy to help.