Cloud FinOps is a SHARED Responsibility to Reduce Waste!

" I always treat FinOps as an engineering problem rather than finance. So for me, building it right from the start, that’s my top priority." - Adnan Gul

I recently had the chance to sit down with Adnan Gul, Director of Cloud and Platform Reliability Engineering at S&P Global.

His main takeaway? FinOps isn’t just about managing costs—it’s about embedding a proactive strategy early in the design phase to ensure sustainable cloud scaling.

Here’s his approach:

💡 Incorporate FinOps Early – Start in the design phase to ensure proactive cost management and scalable growth.

📊 Focus on Visibility of Waste – Make waste visible to teams for better resource management and cost optimization.

👥 Foster the Right Culture – Build a culture of accountability and collaboration across teams to drive FinOps success.

🌱 Empower Teams – Create a collaborative environment where teams understand the importance of cloud cost management.

Adnan also shares his journey in cloud engineering and his passion for mentorship and women empowerment in tech—bringing a personal touch to his professional experience.

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