Jon Myer Podcast11 Okt 2023

Ep#158 #FinOps on AWS: Methods vs Methodology with David Wharton

**Description for the Jon Myer Podcast with Guest David Wharton, Chief Architect at CDW**

Welcome to the Jon Myer Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into a fascinating discussion on #FinOps on AWS: Method versus Methodology – a topic that might sound like a cage match, but it's all about optimizing cloud costs and maximizing value. Our guest today is David Wharton, a seasoned tech industry leader with over 20 years of experience, including a stint in the United States Marine Corps. David currently serves as the Chief Architect at CDW, a Fortune 500 technology services and products supplier.

Before we jump into the cage match, we'll get to know David better, exploring his impressive journey from the military to the world of AWS and his role as the Chief Architect at CDW. David shares valuable insights into why #FinOps is essential, particularly in today's budget-conscious environment. He highlights how it's not just about saving money but also reallocating resources to innovative projects that drive growth.

David and Jon discuss the importance of showing the value of #FinOps to stakeholders, engaging engineering teams, and fostering collaboration within organizations. They emphasize the significance of methodology in implementing #FinOps, breaking down the "why" and "how" aspects of cost optimization. The conversation touches on various aspects of #FinOps, including methodology, stakeholder buy-in, reporting, the role of executive leadership, and the importance of building trust with clients.

David also shares CDW's #FinOps capabilities, such as the #FinOps accelerator, advisory services, and managed spend ops, which help organizations optimize cloud costs and mature their #FinOps practices.

Don't miss this insightful discussion with David Wharton, shedding light on the world of #FinOps and the strategies to unlock value in your cloud operations. Join us for an engaging and informative episode of the Jon Myer Podcast at AWS Reinvent! And be sure to check out CDW's booth for exciting product offerings and cool swag. See you there!

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