Welcome to the Jon Myer Podcast, where we bring you the latest insights and trends in the dynamic world of cloud technology and finance. Today, we have two extraordinary guests joining us, J.R. Storment, the Executive Director of the FinOps Foundation, and Mike Fuller, the CTO of the FinOps Foundation. These remarkable individuals are not only authors of the groundbreaking book, “Cloud FinOps,” but also pioneers in reshaping how organizations optimize their cloud resources and drive maximum value.
In the past few years, FinOps has experienced a seismic shift driven by the COVID cloud acceleration and economic concerns. Astonishingly, 90% of Fortune 50 companies, with 45 out of 50 participating, are actively engaged in FinOps programs. We’re eager to explore the journey of FinOps, from its cultural discipline to the emergence of new tools and platforms, its integration into cloud provider offerings, and the industry’s recognition and certification. But first, let’s address the burning question on everyone’s mind: Is FinOps really fun?