AWS Cost Optimization
Turn uncontrolled AWS costs into an optimized, value-driven asset for your growth. Let’s make every dollar you invest in your AWS environment deliver real value.
Reduce AWS costs while maximizing efficiency
Does your AWS bill make you wince every month? Many companies watch their cloud spend creep up, seemingly on its own. We built our AWS cost optimization service to help you take back control of your cloud budget. Our goal is simple: we cut your costs without ever sacrificing the performance or security your customers count on. True AWS cost optimization isn’t just about slashing your bill; it’s about making your cloud spending work smarter for you.
Common cost challenges faced by AWS users
Unused/underutilized resources
A server for a quick test, a storage volume for a project that wrapped up months ago. These things get forgotten, but AWS never forgets to bill you for them. Over time, these "zombie" resources add up to a major expense. Our service hunts down this waste so you can eliminate it, providing an immediate saving opportunity and a fast win.
Overprovisioned instances
It’s easy to pick a server that's way more powerful than you need. But that "safe" choice means you're paying a premium for capacity that just sits idle. We dive into your actual performance data to perfectly match your resources to your real needs. This simple change can lead to massive savings with zero impact on your application's speed.
Missing Reserved Instances/Savings Plans strategy
AWS gives you a huge discount if you commit to them long-term through Reserved Instances and Savings Plans. You can slash your server costs by up to 72% with the right commitment. However, managing them takes careful planning. We help you build a smart purchasing agreement that gets you the biggest discount without a risky lock-in, a core part of any good AWS cost optimization service.
Inefficient storage choices
Amazon offers a buffet of storage options, each with different pricing. Many companies just dump all their data into the most expensive, high-speed tier out of habit. We help you implement smart rules that automatically move your data to the most cost-effective tier, a key tactic for cost optimization in AWS.
Lack of cost monitoring and forecasting
Are you constantly surprised by your AWS bill? Flying blind is a huge barrier to effective management. Without the right reporting tool, it’s impossible to track costs, see which teams are spending what, or predict next month's bill. We set up clear dashboards and alerts that give you a real-time view of your spend and help you budget accurately, putting you back in the driver's seat.
Surprise data transfer costs
Data transfer fees can be a nasty surprise. These charges, especially for moving data out of the AWS network, are confusing and can add up fast. A simple design flaw in an application can lead to a flood of expensive data transfers. We analyze how your data moves and find ways to make it more efficient, cutting down on these hidden fees and improving your AWS cloud cost optimization.
Benefits of IT-Magic for AWS cost optimization
AWS-certified expertise
Our team is made up of AWS-certified experts with deep, hands-on experience. We've spent years on real projects, so we know the tricks and traps that aren't in the textbooks. This hands-on knowledge lets us find a saving opportunity that automated tools and less experienced teams almost always miss.
Proven cost optimization process
We don't guess. We have a proven playbook for finding savings that we’ve refined over the years of helping clients. We start by digging deep into your data and finish with real, implemented changes that lower your bill. Our whole process is transparent, and we back up every recommendation with a clear business case showing the financial impact.
Customized approach for each client
Your business isn't a carbon copy of someone else's, and your AWS cost optimization plan shouldn't be either. We take a thoughtful and in-depth approach to learning your applications, priorities, and team structure. We tailor every recommendation to your specific situation, creating a personalized plan that makes sense for you.
End-to-end support
Our support doesn’t end with a report. We're your partners from start to finish. We're right there with your team, rolling up our sleeves to get the changes done. We manage the entire change management process to ensure everything goes smoothly, making saving money as painless as possible for you.
Security and compliance-aware recommendations
We know security is everything. We vet every single recommendation to make sure it won’t open up any security holes or violate compliance rules like GDPR or HIPAA. We believe solid security and smart AWS cloud cost optimization go hand-in-hand. You can be confident our solutions will make your operations stronger, not weaker.
Typical percentage savings
While every situation is different, our clients typically save between 15% and 40% on their monthly AWS bills. For many, that's tens of thousands of dollars a year put right back into their business. Our AWS cost optimization services deliver a clear, substantial return on your investment.
Our clients
See how our customers have cut their cloud spending with our AWS cost optimization services.
Pandora
- Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
- 201 - 500 employees
- Ukraine
99.99% website availability via migration to AWS and infrastructure modernization
Intertop
- Retail Fashion
- 1K-5K employees
- Ukraine
61% infrastructure cost optimization by configuring autoscaling and rightsizing resources
Foxtrot
- Retail & E-commerce
- 1K-5K employees
- Ukraine
AWS cost reduction by 46% due to migration to a new infrastructure and implementation of dynamic environments
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Testimonials from our clients
The company has achieved a stable infrastructure with 99.99% uptime and has saved over 40% of costs. The team communicates perfectly and manages every aspect of DevOps. Above all, their readiness to help and openness to challenges impresses us the most.
Thanks to ITMagic’s platform, the quality and speed of services increased and coordination processes improved. We were impressed by the team’s responsiveness and resourcefulness. ITMagic’s team was experienced, knowledgeable, and communicative via Jira, Telegram, and video conferences.
The delivered system came out exactly as envisioned, giving the company some peace of mind regarding the safety of our client’s funds. ITMagic instituted an effective workflow, stayed accessible throughout, and addressed requests quickly. They were competent, reliable, and supportive.
Our AWS cost optimization process
Initial assessment and billing review
Our team will pore over your past bills and usage data to see the real story of where your money is going. We map out your entire environment to understand your setup and spending patterns. This is where we find the biggest areas of waste and the quickest wins for an immediate saving.
Cost analysis and recommendations
Once we have the data, we build your strategic plan. It’s a clear set of actionable recommendations, prioritized by how much money they'll save you. We'll show you the "why" behind every suggestion, making sure your team understands the opportunity in front of them.
Implementation of changes
Our team works with yours to implement the plan, whether that’s resizing servers, deleting old storage, or buying a new Savings Plan. We use a careful change management process to guarantee a smooth transition with no disruption to your work.
Setting up monitoring/alerts
Our team helps set up powerful monitoring and alerting systems. We build custom dashboards and configure budget alerts that will notify you before you overspend. We give your team the tool they need to practice ongoing AWS cloud cost management.
Ongoing reviews and optimization
AWS cost optimization isn’t a one-and-done project. As your business evolves and AWS releases new services, new savings opportunities appear. We offer an ongoing partnership with a flexible agreement to periodically review your setup and keep your cloud spend optimized for the long haul.
Initial assessment and billing review
Our team will pore over your past bills and usage data to see the real story of where your money is going. We map out your entire environment to understand your setup and spending patterns. This is where we find the biggest areas of waste and the quickest wins for an immediate saving.
Cost analysis and recommendations
Once we have the data, we build your strategic plan. It’s a clear set of actionable recommendations, prioritized by how much money they'll save you. We'll show you the "why" behind every suggestion, making sure your team understands the opportunity in front of them.
Implementation of changes
Our team works with yours to implement the plan, whether that’s resizing servers, deleting old storage, or buying a new Savings Plan. We use a careful change management process to guarantee a smooth transition with no disruption to your work.
Setting up monitoring/alerts
Our team helps set up powerful monitoring and alerting systems. We build custom dashboards and configure budget alerts that will notify you before you overspend. We give your team the tool they need to practice ongoing AWS cloud cost management.
Ongoing reviews and optimization
AWS cost optimization isn’t a one-and-done project. As your business evolves and AWS releases new services, new savings opportunities appear. We offer an ongoing partnership with a flexible agreement to periodically review your setup and keep your cloud spend optimized for the long haul.
Other IT-Magic services
AWS infrastructure audit
Worried about your cloud setup? Our detailed audit checks your entire AWS environment for risks, performance issues, and hidden waste, giving you a clear action plan.
AWS migration services
If you’re moving to the AWS cloud, we will make the migration smooth and secure. We take care of the complex work to reduce downtime and ensure your operations stay on track.
AWS infrastructure support services
Get peace of mind with our 24/7 support. We watch your AWS infrastructure around the clock, ready to fix issues before they affect your users. This proactive service keeps you online and stable.
AWS DevOps services
Ship better software, faster. We help you build powerful automation and deployment pipelines on AWS so your teams can release new features with more speed and less stress.
AWS security services
Protect your data and your reputation. We offer complete security services, from hardening your systems to managing compliance. Our experts shield your AWS environment from modern threats.
Managed AWS services
Let us handle the daily grind of management. We take care of operations, monitoring, and maintenance, freeing up your team to focus on the projects that grow your business.
AWS generative AI service
Put artificial intelligence to work for you. We help you build and launch powerful solutions using AWS generative AI services, creating new efficiencies and better customer experiences.
Well-Architected review
We'll perform an official review of your architecture against AWS best practices. This Well-Architected Review ensures your setup is secure, fast, resilient, and efficient.
AWS Reseller
Simplify your life with a single, clear bill for all your AWS services. As an authorized AWS reseller, we’re often able to offer additional savings on your overall cloud costs.
Kubernetes support services
Run your containers with confidence. We help you deploy, scale, and manage Kubernetes clusters on AWS, making sure your container environment is stable and efficient.
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FAQ
What is cost optimization in AWS?
Think of AWS cost optimization as a tune-up for your cloud account. It’s all about finding and cutting the waste so you only pay for what you truly need, without slowing things down or creating security risks.
How do I reduce AWS costs?
The quickest ways are to hunt down and delete resources you aren’t using, shrink servers that are too big for their job (right-sizing), and use long-term commitment deals like Savings Plans. Also, use the right storage types and watch data transfer fees.
How to manage costs on AWS?
Good cost management comes from good habits and good tools. Tag everything so you know who’s spending what. Use AWS Cost Explorer to visualize your spend. Set up budget alerts. And most importantly, build a culture where your team thinks about AWS cost optimization.
What does the initial assessment for AWS cost optimization involve?
Our first check is a deep dive. Our analyst will look at several months of your billing and usage data to find patterns. We use special tools to check your setup for waste, and then we deliver a report with a clear, prioritized list of ways to save money.
What is resource right-sizing, and how does it save money?
Right-sizing means matching your server size to its actual workload. Often, teams pick servers that are way too powerful “just in case.” You pay for all that unused power. By analyzing the real performance needs and downsizing, you can cut costs dramatically without impacting users.
How do Reserved Instances and Savings Plans work for cost optimization?
These are discount programs. You get a big price cut from AWS when you make a one- or three-year commitment to a certain level of usage. The key is to analyze your steady workload to figure out the right commitment level to maximize your savings.
What strategies do you use for storage optimization on AWS?
Our main strategies are simple but effective. We set up automatic rules to move old, rarely used data to much cheaper storage tiers. We also hunt down and help you delete “orphan” storage volumes and old snapshots that are costing you money every month.
How long does the cost optimization process take?
The initial AWS cost optimization review and report usually takes a few days. Implementing the changes can vary. We can often get quick wins done in a few days for immediate savings. Bigger architectural changes might be rolled out over a few weeks.
What are the typical cost savings after optimization?
Most of our clients see a recurring monthly saving of 15% to 40%. The exact amount depends on how much waste we find. Accounts that have never been looked at for AWS cost optimization often see results at the higher end of that range.