Pioneering FinOps: Google Cloud's 2023 Next Announcements and StackPartners' Expertise

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, effective management of cloud costs is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize their operations and maximize their ROI. Google Cloud is at the forefront of the FinOps movement, and the recent announcements at Google Next 2023 have once again showcased their commitment to helping organisations harness the full potential of the cloud. As a trusted Google Cloud Consultancy specialising in FinOps and cloud cost optimisation, StackPartners is excited to share these groundbreaking updates and explain how they can transform your cloud cost management strategy.

FinOps Hub: Centralising Cost Optimisation Efforts

Google Cloud's introduction of FinOps Hub, currently in Public Preview, is a game-changer for businesses seeking a unified approach to cost optimisation. With this feature, you gain a single pane of glass to identify, adopt, and measure all cost optimisations across your entire Google Cloud environment. Are you using CUDs correctly? StackPartners will help you leverage the FinOps Hub to create a comprehensive strategy that aligns with your business goals and objectives, ultimately driving cost savings and efficiency across the board.

Budget for Engineers: Empowering Teams to Manage Cloud Spend

Another of the highlights from Google Next 2023 is the expansion of Budget for Engineers, which extends highly-rated budgets functionality to project owners, editors, and viewers. This update ensures that every team member involved in a project can actively monitor and manage their cloud costs. With StackPartners' guidance, you can now ensure that cloud cost management becomes an integral part of your organisation's processes, preventing cost overruns and improving financial accountability.

The Pricing API: Personalised Programmatic Price Data for Unit Economics

Google Cloud's Pricing API is another significant development in cloud cost management. It provides list prices for all available services and allows you to access account-specific custom prices and discounts. StackPartners' expertise in FinOps and cloud cost optimisation will enable you to leverage this API effectively, tailoring your cost optimisation strategy to your unique business challenges and needs and ensuring you get the most out of your cloud investment.

Granular Cost Data: Visibility into Key Services

Google Cloud Billing has announced support for granular, resource-level cost data for App Engine, Spanner, Firestore, and BigQuery. This data is available out of the box through the Billing detailed BigQuery data export. StackPartners can help you harness this wealth of information to gain deep insights into your cloud usage and costs. By understanding how specific services impact your overall expenditure, you can make informed decisions to optimise your cloud spend.

FinOps at StackPartners: Google Cloud Platform Experts

In the rapidly evolving era of FinOps cloud spend optimisation, staying up to date with the latest developments is essential for businesses seeking to maximise return on their cloud investments. Google Cloud's recent announcements at Google Next 2023 have opened up exciting opportunities for organisations of all sizes, and StackPartners is here to guide you every step of the way. With our expertise in FinOps and Google Cloud Platform, we'll help you leverage these innovations to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and drive greater success in the cloud. Don't miss out on this transformative journey—partner with StackPartners and secure your future in the cloud.