Cloud Management & Optimization
Harnessing the power of the Cloud requires meticulous management and optimized controls. Achieving significant business outcomes in the Cloud goes beyond simple implementation – it requires a comprehensive oversight and a steadfast adherence to a Well-Architected Framework.
At PTP, we understand this responsibility. We consistently help our customers reduce their monthly cloud costs by an average of 25%, while also enhancing their security posture on a monthly basis. Our blend of experience and expertise allows us to craft personalized cloud management strategies that deliver measurable business value and resilience.
PeakPlus CONTROL Services
Our PeakPlus CONTROL Services serve as the backbone of your cloud management and optimization strategies. We achieve this through a potent mix of visibility, detailed reporting, and specialized consulting. Our services deliver profound insights into cost analysis, optimization, comparative analytics, all while advocating for the continuous improvement of cloud security.
On average, our customers who engage these services witness a significant 25% reduction in costs and an impressive 10% decrease in security vulnerabilities. These tangible benefits reaffirm our commitment to superior service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Service Deliverables
Our comprehensive range of service deliverables is designed to provide you with an integrated cloud management experience. These include:
- 24×7 Cost Monitoring and Alerting: We provide round-the-clock oversight on your cloud spending and immediate alerts if your budget thresholds are breached.
- Access to the PeakPlus Cloud Management Platform: This platform serves as your command center, offering an overview of your cloud performance, cost metrics, and security posture.
- Monthly Reporting and Consulting: Our regular reports provide detailed insights into costs, cost optimization, resource usage, and security best practices. We pair these reports with tailored consultations, enabling you to make informed decisions about your cloud operations.
- Ongoing Remediation of Security Issues: Our commitment to your cloud security extends beyond mere monitoring. We take proactive measures to identify and rectify security vulnerabilities, fostering a secure and resilient cloud environment.
Monthly CONTROL Report Sample
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Monthly Pricing with AWS Billing Services
Pinnacle’s PeakPlus CONTROL for Cloud services enable our customers to optimize their use of cloud through cost savings, Cloud governance, and Cloud security. Our offers are constructed to deliver the right level of Cloud support needed by each customer. The chart below shows monthly pricing with AWS billing services as a percentage of monthly cloud spend.
SERVICE DELIVERABLES | BASE | ELEVATED | PEAK | |
GENERAL | ||||
Cloud Management Application (CloudCheckr) | X | X | X | |
Bi-monthly CloudCheckr Features and Reporting Training | X | X | X | |
Service Desk for Service Requests | X | X | ||
Monthly PTP Cloud Governance Report | X | X | ||
CLOUD COST OPTIMIZATION | ||||
Cost Savings Dashboards | X | X | X | |
Cost alert reviews & escalations against daily/monthly budget | X | X | ||
Monthly cost review via Cloud Governance Report | X | X | ||
Quarterly strategic cloud cost review and recommendations for cost savings | X | |||
CLOUD SECURITY | ||||
Security Best Practices Dashboard | X | X | X | |
Compliance Status Dashboard | X | X | ||
Monthly reviews of Security Best Practices and issue escalation | X | X | ||
Monthly review of key compliance status and recommendations | X | |||
Ongoing consulting for security issue remediation | X | |||
Monthly CIS Benchmark Vulnerability Scanning | X | |||
MONTHLY PRICING WITH AWS BILLED SERVICES | As a percentage of monthly cloud spend | ||||
Monthly Cloud Spend of $0 - $5,000 | 0% | 15% | 35% | |
Monthly Cloud Spend of $5,001 - $10,000 | 0% | 8% | 20% | |
Monthly Cloud Spend of $10,001 - $25,000 | 0% | 5% | 12% | |
Monthly Cloud Spend of $25,001 - $50,000 | 0% | 3% | 7% | |
Monthly Cloud Spend of $50,001 - $100,000 | 0% | 2% | 4% | |
Monthly Cloud Spend of > $100,001 | 0% | 1.5% | 3% | |
ADDITIONAL CLOUD SECURITY SERVICE OFFERINGS | PRICING UNITS | |||
Cloud (DNS) Security Protection | By User, Monthly | |||
Multi-Factor Authentication | By User, Monthly | |||
Advanced Endpoint Protection | By User, Monthly | |||
End-User Security Awareness Testing & Training | By User, Monthly | |||
Cloud Optimization & Management Resources
Data Management Webinar Recording: From Zero To Science
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On Demand: AWS Immersion Days Well Architected Framework Event
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AWS Well Architected Review from PTP – only $795!
When architecting an AWS environment, ensuring that the infrastructure delivers on your expectations and requirements can be difficult to manage as the environment evolves over time. An AWS Well Architected Review (WAR) performed by PTP will compare your environment...
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