News and updates from FinOps X 2024: How Microsoft is empowering organizations
Last year, I shared a broad set of updates that showcased how Microsoft is embracing FinOps practitioners through education, product improvements, and innovative solutions that help organizations achieve more. with AI-powered experiences like Copilot and Microsoft Fabric. Whether you’re an engineer working in the Azure portal or part of a business or finance team collaborating in Microsoft 365 or analyzing data in Power BI, Microsoft Cloud has the tools you need to accelerate business value for your cloud investments.Microsoft at FinOps X 2025: Embracing FinOps in the era of AI
It’s that time of year again! June 2 nd is quickly approaching, and Microsoft is set to make a bold impact at FinOps X 2025, continuing our mission to empower organizations with financial discipline, cost optimization, and AI-driven efficiency in the cloud. As artificial intelligence reshapes the industry, we’re excited to showcase how Microsoft’s FinOps tools and services can help you boost productivity, streamline automation, and maximize cloud investments with innovative AI-powered capabilities. Our presence at FinOps X goes beyond standard conference participation, it’s an immersive experience designed to engage, inspire, and equip FinOps practitioners with actionable strategies. Here’s what to expect: Evening by the bay: A Microsoft experience 📍 Roy’s restaurant 📅 June 2 🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Back by popular demand, we hope you can join us where networking meets relaxation at Microsoft’s signature welcome reception, an unforgettable evening at Roy’s Restaurant. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, live music, and gourmet food while mingling with FinOps leaders, practitioners, and Microsoft experts. Immersive exhibit: FinOps in the era of AI 📍 Microsoft stage room 📅 June 3-4 🕘 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM On June 3 rd and 4 th , we encourage you to step into the Microsoft stage room, where we’re debuting an interactive exhibit that explores the AI adoption journey. Participants will navigate through key phases, from foundations to design, management, and best practices, all rooted in the FinOps Framework. Gain insights into how Microsoft solutions can help drive cost efficiency and deliver value throughout your AI transformation. Microsoft sessions: Insights and innovation Microsoft will host 10 dedicated sessions throughout the conference, offering a mix of breakout sessions, expert Q&As, and, for the first time, a partner-focused discussion. Our sessions will explore a wide range of topics including: Best practices for maximizing cloud investments FinOps for AI and AI for FinOps FinOps strategies for SaaS and sustainability Governance, forecasting, benchmarking, and rate optimization Deep dives into Microsoft tools: Microsoft Cost Management Microsoft Fabric Microsoft Copilot in Azure GitHub Copilot Azure AI Foundry Azure Marketplace Pricing offers Azure Carbon Optimization FinOps toolkit Each session is designed to provide proven frameworks, real-world insights, and practical guidance to help organizations integrate financial discipline into their cloud and AI projects. Join us at FinOps X 2025 Ready to dive into the latest FinOps strategies and AI-driven efficiencies? Register today to secure your spot at Microsoft’s sessions and experiences! Space is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate with peers and experts. 👉 Explore and register for Microsoft sessions (https://aka.ms/finops/x) Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for an exciting week of learning, networking, and innovation with the FinOps community. We hope you can join us in San Diego from June 2-5, where the future of FinOps meets the limitless possibilities of AI. Microsoft is all in, and we can’t wait to see you there!News and updates from FinOps X 2025: Transforming FinOps in the era of AI
AI is central to nearly every corner of business and technology. It's no surprise that FinOps X 2025 was loaded with news about how AI is changing everything. Learn about how FinOps tools and solutions are evolving in the era of AI!How to choose the right reserved instance in Azure
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