Ep#22 Faces in FinOps Part 2 with Bryson Walpus (AWS) and Grace Gui (ProsperOps)

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Faces in FinOps podcast, brought to you by ProsperOps. In this episode, our host Jon Myer is joined by two distinguished guests, Bryson from AWS and Grace from ProsperOps, to delve deeper into the world of AWS discount instruments. From the basics to advanced strategies, they cover a wide range of topics including savings plans, reserved instances, and the intricacies of cloud financial management. Whether you're a seasoned FinOps professional or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice to help you optimize your cloud spend.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Welcome
0:39 - Guest Introductions
1:10 - Bryson's Role at AWS and Insights into FinOps
2:08 - Grace's Experience in Product Marketing at ProsperOps
3:35 - Deep Dive into AWS Discount Instruments
6:54 - The Usage and Non-Usage of AWS Discount Instruments
8:08 - Bryson's Insights on Customer Utilization of AWS Discounts
10:31 - The Relationship Between Company Size and Discount Instrument Adoption
12:13 - Misconceptions About AWS Discount Instruments
16:11 - Strategies for Unused AWS Discount Instruments
20:54 - The Role of Automation in Managing AWS Discounts
23:46 - Future Trends and Challenges in Cloud Cost Optimization
28:53 - Tools and Resources for Managing AWS Discounts
29:48 - Advice for Beginners in Cloud Financial Management
35:18 - Looking Ahead: Opportunities and Challenges in Cloud Cost Optimization

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