Azure · Manage & Optimize · March 2024

Manage and Optimize Product Release

ABSTRACT

We are excited to introduce a new update to the CloudAtlas Manage and Optimize Portal. This enhancement brings advanced capabilities to the Cost & Utilization Dashboard, providing users with deeper insights into cloud infrastructure costs, resource utilization, and optimization opportunities.

1. WHAT'S NEW

1.1 Cost & Utilization Enhancements

Users can now access a series of modernization reports designed to streamline cost management, improve resource utilization, and identify potential cost-saving opportunities across their cloud environments.

1. IaaS Modernization Report

The IaaS Modernization Report provides insights into virtual machine (VM) processor optimization and SKU version changes, along with cost-saving recommendations and resource usage analysis.

1.1 VM Processor Optimization Report

This report provides actionable insights into current and recommended costs, potential savings, and resource allocation guidance based on historical usage patterns. It helps users identify opportunities to optimize VM processor resources and improve cost efficiency.

1.2 SKU Version Change Report

This report helps users understand virtual machine upgrade paths, including SKU version recommendations and their associated cost implications. It supports informed decisions about resource upgrades and cloud infrastructure optimization.

2. Application Modernization Report

2.1 Migrate Applications from VM to App Service or Container

This report provides a detailed breakdown of application migration considerations when moving workloads from virtual machines to Azure App Service or container-based solutions. It focuses on cost implications, deployment complexity, scalability, and maintenance considerations.

2.2 Migrate Applications from App Service to Container

This report provides an in-depth cost analysis and projected savings for migrating applications from Azure App Service to container-based solutions. It helps users evaluate modernization opportunities and make informed decisions about their application hosting strategy.

3. Database Modernization Report

3.1 Migrate Database from Azure SQL to SQL Managed Instance

This report provides comprehensive insights into the financial and operational benefits of transitioning databases from Azure SQL Database to Azure SQL Managed Instance. It supports users in evaluating migration opportunities and understanding potential cost and operational impacts.

2. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

This release reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Users are encouraged to explore the new modernization reports and use the available insights to optimize cloud infrastructure costs, improve resource utilization, and support informed modernization decisions.

Note

This release note does not cover every feature and enhancement included in the update. Users are encouraged to explore the updated platform firsthand to gain a comprehensive understanding of its capabilities.

Prepared By: UnifyCloud, LLCBack to all release notes→