Optimizing Cloud Costs for a Startup

Client: A tech startup struggling with high cloud storage costs on AWS.
Challenge:
The client’s AWS S3 usage included unnecessary storage of outdated files, inefficient use of storage classes, and a lack of lifecycle policies, leading to inflated monthly bills.

Solution:

• Conducted an audit of their AWS S3 buckets to identify unnecessary and duplicate files.

• Implemented lifecycle policies to automatically transition files to lower-cost storage tiers (e.g., S3 Glacier) based on usage.

• Used AWS tools like Cost Explorer to create monthly cost reports and identify optimization opportunities.

Results:

• Reduced storage costs by 35% in the first month.

• Streamlined cloud storage usage without affecting data accessibility.

• Provided the client with clear cost management strategies for future growth.