CloudOps blog

Posts by Steve Rastall (Founder & CEO):

AWS Professional Services: Your Strategic Partner for Cloud Excellence

AWS Professional Services: Your Strategic Partner for Cloud Excellence

Although we all try to automate as much as possible, in the end you need some AWS expertise on an ad-hoc basis to make sure you are going in the right direction. 

The challenge is you don't need this all the time, so you don't want to pay exorbitant amounts to retain someone or hire them. However, when you need an AWS expert to carry out AWS professional services it's important. So how do you square the circle? 

Unlocking Possibilities: The Strategic Importance of Azure Partners in Microsoft's Journey

Unlocking Possibilities: The Strategic Importance of Azure Partners in Microsoft's Journey

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, Microsoft Azure stands as a beacon of innovation and capability. But behind this vast platform's success lies a powerful force that often goes unnoticed – Azure partners.

These partners are not just peripheral players; they are an integral part of Microsoft's strategy, unlocking possibilities and contributing significantly to the journey of Azure's growth.

Mastering Azure Subscription Management: Best Practices and Strategies

Mastering Azure Subscription Management: Best Practices and Strategies

Managing an Azure subscription effectively is crucial for optimising resource utilisation, controlling costs, and ensuring a seamless cloud experience. With the right practices and strategies in place, you can unlock the full potential of Azure while avoiding common pitfalls. In this blog, we'll explore the top five tips to help you master Azure subscription management.

Show Me the Savings: A Step-by-Step Guide to AWS Cost Management Tool Selection

Show Me the Savings: A Step-by-Step Guide to AWS Cost Management Tool Selection

The cloud is a moving target with changes coming all the time, so you need to stay on top of them and understand how they will impact your monthly spend. 

Thankfully, there's a solution: AWS cost management tools. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of selecting the right tool to maximise savings and optimise your AWS spending.

Insights from an Expert AWS Consultant: Outside Perspective Needed

Insights from an Expert AWS Consultant: Outside Perspective Needed

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, businesses are constantly seeking ways to optimise their AWS deployments for better performance, cost efficiency, and overall success.

While managing AWS resources in-house might seem like the logical choice, there's a hidden gem that many organisations are discovering: the unexpected benefits of enlisting a third-party AWS consultant like IG CloudOps.

Manage AWS Costs with CloudOps Cost Audit and Recommendations

Manage AWS Costs with CloudOps Cost Audit and Recommendations

In the dynamic landscape of cloud computing, managing costs effectively is a paramount concern for businesses using Amazon Web Services (AWS). As cloud environments grow in complexity, keeping track of expenses can become challenging.

This is where IG CloudOps comes to the rescue with our comprehensive cost audit and recommendation services as part of CloudOps, designed to manage AWS costs and enhance financial efficiency.