Data Transforming Business

As cloud adoption grows, so do the challenges of managing costs effectively. Cloud environments offer scalability and flexibility but often come with hidden fees, unpredictable expenses, and resource sprawl that can quickly inflate budgets. Without the right tools and strategies, businesses may struggle to track spending, identify waste, and maintain budget alignment. Usage-based reporting is pivotal in this process, providing the granular visibility needed to understand real-time consumption patterns and optimise costs. Businesses can align expenses directly with value-driven activities by tracking how, where, and when resources are used. From preventing overspending to fostering accountability, usage-based reporting empowers teams to proactively manage their cloud expenses, turning cloud cost management into a strategic advantage rather than a recurring headache.In this episode, George Firican, Founder of LightsOnData, speaks to Rem Baumann, Resident FinOps Expert at Vantage, about usage-based reportin