FinOps Foundation Course

Some cost-saving measures, such as identifying and eliminating unused or underutilised resources in the cloud, can result in immediate cost reductions. Organisations often find "low-hanging fruit" in the form of resources that are no longer needed, and these savings can be realised quickly.

Other initiatives, like optimising cloud resource provisioning or implementing better cost allocation practices, can lead to cost savings within weeks or a few months. For example, right-sizing instances or workloads can have a relatively fast impact on reducing ongoing operational costs.

In some cases, FinOps initiatives that require more significant changes, such as restructuring IT operations or altering cloud architecture, may take longer to implement. These changes can lead to substantial long-term savings but might require more time for planning, execution, and adaptation.

FinOps is not a one-time effort; it's an ongoing practice. Organisations that fully embrace FinOps often continue to identify opportunities for improvement over time. The initial savings can be just the beginning of a more extended journey toward financial optimisation.

The complexity and scale of an organisation's technology infrastructure and operations play a role in the speed of cost savings. Larger, more complex organisations may have more potential areas to optimise but may also take longer to implement changes.

The readiness and commitment of the organisation, as well as the level of support from leadership, can impact the speed of savings. Organisations that are quick to adapt and have strong support from leadership may see faster results.

The availability of FinOps tools and expertise within the organisation can also influence the speed of savings. Proper tools and skilled personnel can accelerate the implementation of cost-saving initiatives.