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Software Rationalization: Cut Waste, Boost ROI and Regain Control of Your Tech Stack

Software Rationalization: Cut Waste, Boost ROI and Regain Control of Your Tech Stack

by The IT Strategists | Oct 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

In a time when every tech dollar must deliver measurable value, Software Rationalization is no longer optional—it’s essential. Most organizations are unknowingly sitting on bloated software stacks filled with redundant tools, unused licenses, and outdated platforms....
Azure VMware Licensing Shake-Up: What You Need to Know

Azure VMware Licensing Shake-Up: What You Need to Know

by The IT Strategists | Oct 3, 2025 | Uncategorized

As if navigating multi-cloud environments wasn’t already complex, Microsoft and Broadcom have just introduced a major shift that could reshape how VMware customers leverage Azure VMware Solution (AVS). If AVS is part of your infrastructure roadmap, this licensing...
Cloud Bills Out of Control? There’s a Tool for That

Cloud Bills Out of Control? There’s a Tool for That

by The IT Strategists | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized

As cloud environments grow more complex, so do the challenges of managing and optimizing them. While most organizations start with native tools like AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, or GCP Billing Reports, they quickly hit limitations when scaling across...
The Microsoft Agreement Breakdown: Contracts That Fit, Scale, and Save

The Microsoft Agreement Breakdown: Contracts That Fit, Scale, and Save

by The IT Strategists | Sep 19, 2025 | Uncategorized

When it comes to Microsoft licensing, one size definitely doesn’t fit all. Whether you’re a fast-moving startup or a global enterprise, the agreement you choose impacts more than just cost—it affects your flexibility, support model, and ability to scale....
Defend the Cloud, Not Just the Budget: Merging FinOps and Security

Defend the Cloud, Not Just the Budget: Merging FinOps and Security

by The IT Strategists | Sep 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

In today’s cloud-first economy, mastering both FinOps and cloud security is no longer optional—it’s essential. As organizations scale their cloud infrastructure to drive agility, innovation, and performance, they face mounting pressure to control costs and mitigate...
Cloud Tagging Best Practices: The Small Habit That Powers FinOps and Governance

Cloud Tagging Best Practices: The Small Habit That Powers FinOps and Governance

by The IT Strategists | Sep 4, 2025 | Uncategorized

Cloud tagging is the unsung hero of FinOps and cloud governance. Without it, your cloud becomes a black box—costs balloon, ownership blurs, and automation stalls. Essentially, cloud tagging is the backbone of cloud governance and FinOps. This guide walks you through...
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