For a while, FinOps lived on the sidelines of cloud strategy—mostly confined to billing analysts, occasional tagging sprints, and polite nudges to teams about overspending. It was treated as something to “implement” or “stand up,” like a project or a department. Those days are over. In today’s complex, multi-cloud, fast-moving environments, FinOps is no longer…
In 2025, the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing is reshaping how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) innovate, automate, and compete. For UK businesses, integrating AI and machine learning (ML) into cloud platforms isn’t just a technological upgrade—it’s a strategic imperative to drive efficiency, agility, and growth. Here’s how AI-powered cloud solutions are…
A Practical Conversation around the cost of migrationLet’s face it: the buzz around cloud migration isn’t slowing down, especially here in the UK. But if you’re a decision-maker, you know the conversation can’t stop at “it’ll save us money.”Stakeholders want a business case that digs deeper-one that looks at hidden costs, the realities of modernising…
Is On-Premises Really Cheaper? Why Hybrid Cloud Strategy Could Save You More In any serious cloud discussion, there’s always that moment. Someone leans back, crosses their arms, and says it: “It’s cheaper on-prem.” And you know what? Sometimes, they’re right. If your organisation has invested in hardware, spent years tuning and maintaining it, and built…
Title: Navigating Cloud Strategy Amid Geopolitical Shifts: A European Cloud Architect’s Perspective As a cloud solutions architect based in Europe, the recent surge in geopolitical tensions has profoundly impacted how I advise clients on cloud strategies. The escalating trade disputes, particularly between the EU and the US, have transformed cloud computing decisions from purely technical…
Cloud Is Just Too Complex: Navigating the Tangled Web of Modern IT The allure of the cloud is undeniable. Promising flexibility, scalability, and innovation at your fingertips, it has become the backbone of digital transformation for businesses worldwide. Yet, as companies dive deeper into their cloud journeys, a harsh reality often emerges: the cloud is…