FinOps

The Challenge

Managing cloud expenses and optimizing cloud spending pose pivotal challenges for modern organizations, demanding strategic approaches to ensure financial efficiency and maximize returns. Gartner forecasts a substantial shift in IT spending toward public cloud computing, set to rise from $1.3 trillion to nearly $1.8 trillion by 2025, highlighting the increasing significance of cloud services in shaping IT infrastructure.

However, despite this rapid growth, many struggle to fully leverage their cloud investments, leaving around 20% of potential value unrealized due to inadequate usage and spending management, necessitating effective cloud cost optimization.

Only 14% of organizations have established a well-defined FinOps culture with shared accountability

Only 14% of organizations have established a well-defined FinOps culture with shared accountability

40% of cloud bills are considered too complex and difficult to understand.

40% of cloud bills are considered too complex and difficult to understand.

57% of organizations lack adequate visibility into their cloud costs.

57% of organizations lack adequate visibility into their cloud costs.

70% of organizations struggle to manage cloud expenses effectively.

70% of organizations struggle to manage cloud expenses effectively.

75% of cloud cost forecasts are inaccurate, leading to over-budgeting or under-provisioning.

75% of cloud cost forecasts are inaccurate, leading to over-budgeting or under-provisioning.

Cloud FinOps

Enter FinOps – Financial cloud management, an encompassing framework integrating personnel, procedures, and advanced tools. FinOps enables organizations to streamline cloud consumption, ensuring optimal returns on investment.

By fostering financial accountability across teams, FinOps aligns agile development methodologies with the predictability of cloud usage.

Implementing FinOps empowers organizations to establish standardized processes, unify Key Performance Indicators, and comprehend the business value derived from cloud expenditure through unit economics.
This approach not only guarantees cost efficiency but also strategically aligns cloud spending with broader business objectives.

At McLaren, we specialize in implementing FinOps best practices, assisting organizations in navigating the complexities of cloud cost management while maximizing returns on their cloud investments.

Our Offerings

Simplify cloud cost management and align expenses with business goals across diverse cloud environments.

Improved Cost Visibility

Gain comprehensive insight into cloud expenses, allowing for better tracking and management of costs.

Reduced Cloud Costs and Business Risks

Mitigate unnecessary spending and minimize financial risks associated with cloud operations through optimized cost management strategies.

Enhanced Agility

Adapt swiftly to changing business needs and market demands by optimizing cloud resources and cost structures for increased flexibility.

Predictable Budgeting

Gain comprehensive insight into cloud expenses, allowing for better tracking and management of costs.

Increased Collaboration & Accountability

Foster a culture of cooperation among teams while instilling accountability for cloud spending, encouraging responsible resource utilization.

Our FinOps journey with you
Why McLaren for your Cloud FinOps services?
Experience that Counts

Experience that Counts

We have a proven track record of helping organizations achieve dramatic cloud cost savings and increased agility.
Holistic Approach

Holistic Approach

We go beyond cost control, fostering a culture of cloud cost ownership and maximizing value across your entire cloud ecosystem.
Strong partnerships

Strong partnerships

· Strong partnerships with leading cloud-cost-management tool providers

Rapid proof-of-value model

Rapid proof-of-value model

· Unsure if FinOps is the right fit for your organization? We offer a rapid proof-of-value model designed to provide swift insights and clarity.

Cultivate cost-efficient cloud strategies with McLaren’s FinOps expertise.