CloudTech Talks
Politikk og nyheterTeknologiCloudTech Talks, the podcast where we explore all things related to cloud technology. Join us as we delve into the latest developments and trends in cloud including topics such as cloud FinOps, migration strategies, and more. Each episode features expert guests from the tech industry, who share their insights, experiences, and practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of the cloud. We'll also discuss real-world use cases and success stories, highlighting how businesses are leveraging the power of the cloud to transform their operations and drive innovation. Whether you're an IT professional, a business leader, or simply curious about the cloud, CloudTech Talks has something for you. So, tune in, subscribe, and join us on this exciting journey into the world of cloud technology.
Siste episoder av CloudTech Talks podcast
- Cloud Budget governance through Charge Back - Part 2 (00:13:53)
Part 2 of our deep dive into Cloud Chargeback is here!In this episode, Nikhil dives into:The common pitfalls organizations face when implementing chargeback models Actionable strategies to avoid these traps and drive adoption
- Evolving Cloud Tech, Changing Mindsets: A Candid Talk with Vishal Chandnani (00:54:55)
We’re excited to release our next engaging podcast conversation with Vishal Chandnani, VP of Engineering-Prudential Financial, where we explored some of the most pressing and thought-provoking themes in today’s tech landscape.Key topics discussed in this episode include:How technology has evolved over the years—from traditional infrastructure to today’s cloud-native models What are the recurring patterns Vishal has observed during his career journey across industries and transformation programs What’s driving the cloud vs on-prem debate in 2025 Why it’s critical for leaders to look beyond tooling and embrace organizational mindset shifts The growing need for collaboration between business and tech teams to drive lasting change
- Cloud Budget governance through Charge Back (Part 1) (00:17:29)
At Amadis Technologies, we’re back with another episode of CloudTech Talks—your go-to cloud podcast exploring the latest in cloud management, FinOps, and governance.In this episode, we’re diving into a critical topic for IT and finance leaders alike: Chargeback in the cloud. To unpack this, we’re joined by Nikhil Shah, Cloud FinOps and Governance Lead at Mahindra Group. With 15+ years of deep experience in IT, cloud platforms, and DevOps, Nikhil brings clarity to complex concepts like chargeback vs. showback.Episode Highlights What exactly is chargeback, and how is it different from showback? How can chargeback models support business strategy and innovation? Why is executive buy-in crucial, and how do you handle resistance from business unitsKey governance frameworks and cost allocation methodologies that work Tune in and discover how to align financial control with cloud agility.
- Navigating Multicloud FinOps Complexities in Banking (Part 2) (00:17:37)
Continue listening to Part 2 on topic - 'Navigating Multicloud FinOps Complexities in Banking' with Yogendra, DVP, IT, HDFC hosted by Sindhu Priya from Amadis.Takeaways:What metrics or KPIs are critical for measuring FinOps success in a multicloud banking environment?What essential skills or roles should banks prioritize when building a FinOps team for multicloud management?How collaboration paves way for more cloud cost savings in banking sector?what trends or technologies do you foresee simplifying multicloud FinOps complexities in the financial sector?
- Navigating Multicloud FinOps Complexities in Banking (Part 1) (00:18:14)
In Part 1 of this compelling discussion, Yogendra Gangarade, DVP, IT, HDFC Bank, sheds light on key topics, including:Why are multicloud strategies gaining traction in the banking sector, and what benefits do they offer?What unique challenges do banks face in implementing FinOps across multiple cloud platforms?What role does cost transparency and allocation play in managing multicloud environments effectively?How can banks standardize governance practices, such as tagging policies, across various cloud providers?
- When Agentic AI meets the Cloud - Part 2 (00:17:15)
In this episode, we dive deeper into Agentic AI and its impact on cloud management. Ilyas, Senior Technical Program Manager at Microsoft, shares insights on:How Agentic AI can optimize cloud budget managementThe risks and limitations of relying on AI-driven automationPractical tips for beginners looking to explore Agentic AI
- When Agentic AI meets Cloud - Part 1 (00:21:23)
Listen to the trending topic on Agentic AI to stay abreast in the industry. In this episode, Ilyas, Senior Technical Program Manager from Microsoft will be covering some of the key aspects on the topic,What is Agentic AI and how is it different from the traditional models?How is Agentic AI revolutionizing the cloud?Real-world examples of Agentic AI systems solving cloud infrastructure challenges.
- The Role of FOCUS in Cloud Finops Evolution (Part 2) (00:14:33)
Goutam, Director of Engineering, Ascendion is continuing on the topic.Key takeaways in this episode:- Real-world use cases where FOCUS has significantly streamlined FinOps processesThe learning curve for practitioners new to FOCUS and the resources available
- The Role of FOCUS in Cloud Finops Evolution (Part 1) (00:16:50)
Listen to Goutam Mukherjee, Director of Engineering, Ascendion answering some of the key questions on the topic - "The Role of FOCUS in cloud finops evolution". At the end, you'll understand,What is FOCUS, and why was it created by the FinOps Foundation? What are the benefits of FOCUS adoption to the stakeholders (Consumers, Vendors, CSPs)?What are the main components of the FOCUS specification, such as metrics, and datasets?
- Streamlining Developer Focus: How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load (Part 2) (00:11:55)
Part 2 on "How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load", featuring Shannon Eldridge Kuehn hosted by Sindhu Priya Dhanabalan is now live!Key takeaways:1. How do we choose the right developer platform? What are the key features to look at?2. What future trends, including AI and machine learning, will shape and enhance developer platforms?
- Streamlining Developer Focus: How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load (Part 1) (00:15:38)
We had Shannon Eldridge Kuehn, Cloud Engineering Lead at AHEAD as our guest hosted by Sindhu Priya Dhanabalan. Shannon added intriguing insights on topic - "Streamlining Developer Focus: How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load"Key takeaways include,- A brief on the evolution of developer platforms- Importance of developer platforms for productivity and efficiency in today’s tech landscape- Ways the Developer Platforms help reducing cognitive load for developers
- Developing and Empowering Cloud FinOps Professionals (Part 2) (00:15:50)
In this episode, we continue our exploration of empowering Cloud FinOps professionals with Dustin Mullenix, Director of Cloud FinOps at KPMG.Tune in to discover:Where Cloud FinOps practitioners fit into the overall cloud FinOps journey.Mullenix’s expert advice for companies just starting with Cloud FinOps and those already on their way, including strategies for improvement and success.
- Developing and Empowering Cloud FinOps Professionals (part 1) (00:15:01)
In this episode, we’re joined by Dustin Mullenix, Director of Cloud FinOps at KPMG, as he addresses essential questions like:How can you identify the right Cloud FinOps professionals?How important are negotiation skills for Cloud FinOps practitioners?What role has gamification played in enhancing FinOps at KPMG?Is it more effective to train finance professionals in Cloud FinOps or to equip tech experts with FinOps skills?
- Aligning Product Management Values With Cloud FinOps (Part 2) (00:11:26)
Mirhaz continues in this epsiode on,His experience in successful product and cloud finOps alignmentHis take on future of product alignement with cloud finops
- Aligning Product Management values with FinOps (00:13:17)
In this episode, Mirhaz Pradhan, Cloud FinOps Lead from Direct Line Group addresses,What are the key values of product management, and how do they intersect with FinOpsHow can product managers balance customer focus with cost efficiency while aligning with FinOps?What challenges arise in aligning product goals with FinOps?Listen to the full episode now.
- Achieving Cost Efficiency in AWS: Best Practices for RDS, EC2, and S3 (00:28:54)
Choo Yang Tan, Cloud FinOps Program Manager at Araza, in this episode will address several key questions, including:Finance to Cloud finops - How the shift is helping?What are the best practices for RDS, EC2 and S3 optimization?What quick fixes can deliver immediate Cloud FinOps results?Is cloud repatriation becoming more intense?FinOps for GenAI or GenAI for FinOps—which comes first?
- From Bytes to Brighter Futures: The Promise of GreenOps in Cloud Services - Part 2 (00:13:25)
Manpreet covers in this episode,Right time to begin GreenOps practicesGreenOps and FinOps - the correlationFuture of GreenOps
- From Bytes to Brighter Futures: The Promise of GreenOps in Cloud Services - Part 1 (00:12:03)
In this enlightening episode, we explore the emerging concept of GreenOps, a blend of sustainability and operational excellence in cloud services. Manpreet Singh, Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer at Mphasis, joins us to detail:The definition of GreenOpsCommon misconceptions surrounding GreenOps
- Maintaining Fiscal Discipline Under Economic Uncertainities:Cloud FinOps in Public Sector Transportation - Part 2 (00:15:56)
Know more on cloud finops in public sector from Arvind Sashtry. In this episode, he continues on,Top 3 challenges in cloud cost optimization for public sector organizationsHis success storyFuture of cloud finops for public sector organizations
- Maintaining fiscal discipline under economic uncertainty: Cloud FinOps in Public sector transportation (00:10:46)
Listening to this episode featuring Arvind Shastry, FinOps Manager, Transport for NSW, will make you understand,Primary goals of implementing cloud finops in NSW transportIdeal ways to reduce cloud waste in public sector organisations
- Navigating Cloud FinOps in IT Services Industry (00:22:28)
Are you one among them who finds managing cloud costs while ensuring optimal performance in your IT services challenging? You're not alone! Our expert guest Rajesh Natesan, Cloud Consultant will share invaluable insights and actionable strategies to help you steer through the complexities of Cloud FinOps in IT Services.Tune in to learn about:Typical cloud cost optimization issues in IT Services industryKey priorities for effective cloud cost optimizationRate Vs Usage - What deserves priority?Integrated view of managing both on-prem and cloudShift left finops - Rajesh's takeFinops for GenAI and GenAI for FinOps
- Breaking into Cloud - The Non-Technical Perspective (00:18:15)
Ever thought of switching from non-technical background to cloud finops and worried about the success? You can win undoubtedly. Hear it from Donal who has proved it already.Discussion covers,Donal's fascinating journey from finance to cloudHow non-technical professionals can offer unique perspectives to the cloud conversationImpact of macro-economic trends on cloud spending accountability and the rising phenomenon of cloud repatriationTop 3 tips for acing the FinOps certification exams
- Strategies for Multi-cloud cost optimization (Part 2) (00:14:36)
Hear what Erol has to say in Part 2 of strategies for multi-cloud cost optimization,Real world examples of successful multi-cloud cost optimization,Serverless computing, Edge computing, AI-driven cloud computing - Erol's take
- Strategies for Multi-cloud Cost Optimization (00:12:15)
Don't miss to check out on this insightful episode on multi-cloud cost optimization featuring Erol kavas, Director, EPAM Systems. He addressed,Key drivers behind rapid multi-cloud adoptionChallenges in multi-cloud cost optimizationImportance of centralized cost managment and governance policyEffectiveness of resource tagging and organization
- Gamification in Cloud FinOps (00:22:50)
Implement Cloud FinOps with a touch of Gamification.Listen to the full episode where Brian McCumber, a cloud finops leader, shares his thoughts on,Challenges in motivating Engineers to take meaningful actionA case-study on gamification for finopsA brief on his recent book - "Gamification - How to host a finops hackathon?"