Cloud FinOps and Kubernetes Optimization at Scale

Explore cloud FinOps and Kubernetes optimization at scale in this 48-minute conference talk from YOW! Australia 2023. Delve into the complexities of cloud spend management, transitioning from CapEx to OpEx models, and the challenges of running internal Kubernetes platforms. Learn how to process cloud bills effectively for various stakeholders, leverage FinOps principles, implement chargeback mechanisms for shared Kubernetes costs, and optimize Kubernetes workloads. Follow Expedia Group's journey as an early FinOps Foundation advisor and gain insights applicable to all stages of FinOps and Kubernetes adoption. Discover practical approaches to measuring FinOps negotiation effectiveness and navigating optimization tradeoffs in this comprehensive presentation by Matt Callanan, Senior Software Development Engineer at Expedia Group.

Intro
What is FinOps?
FinOps basics
Expedia Group's FinOps journey
FinOps platform chargebacks
Kubernetes optimization
How to measure effectiveness in FinOps negotiations?
Optimization tradeoffs
Summary
Outro