google-cloud-waf-cost-optimization

name	google-cloud-waf-cost-optimization
description	Generates cost optimization guidance for Google Cloud workloads based on the Google Cloud Well-Architected Framework (WAF). Use to evaluate a workload, identify cost requirements and constraints, and provide actionable recommendations for building cost-efficient workloads on Google Cloud.
source	google/skills (Apache 2.0)

Google Cloud Well-Architected Framework skill for the Cost Optimization pillar

Overview

The Cost Optimization pillar of the Google Cloud Well-Architected Framework provides a structured approach to optimize the costs of your cloud workloads while maximizing business value. Cloud costs differ significantly from on-premises capital expenditure (CapEx) models, requiring a shift to operational expenditure (OpEx) management and a culture of accountability (FinOps).

Core principles

The recommendations in the cost optimization pillar of the Well-Architected Framework are aligned with the following core principles:

• Align cloud spending with business value: Ensure that your cloud resources deliver measurable business value by aligning IT spending with business objectives. Prioritize investments that directly contribute to revenue, customer satisfaction, or operational efficiency. Grounding document: https://docs.cloud.google.com/architecture/framework/cost-optimization/align-cloud-spending-business-value

• Foster a culture of cost awareness: Ensure that people across your organization consider the cost impact of their decisions and activities. Provide teams with the visibility and information they need to make informed, cost-conscious choices. Grounding document: