CloudZero, a recognized global leader in proactive cloud cost efficiency, has launched CloudZero Intelligence, an advanced artificial intelligence system designed to revolutionize the management and optimization of cloud infrastructure costs. This system powers CloudZero Advisor, a free and public tool that enables companies to predict and optimize costs more accurately thanks to a conversational intelligence system.
The launch of CloudZero Intelligence, built on eight years of data analysis of cloud usage and optimization, marks a milestone for companies seeking to maximize the efficiency of their technological resources. Integrating advanced technology from Anthropic and AWS, the system provides developers and DevOps teams with quick, practical solutions to complex cloud efficiency challenges.
An Agile and Practical Solution for the Cloud
CloudZero Advisor stands out for its ability to answer key technical questions in minutes, eliminating the need for hours of research. Some of the most common queries it resolves include:
- How can I optimize DynamoDB for high transaction loads?
- Which compute instance is most efficient for a memory-heavy environment?
- Which Spot instances should I use for data processing in the us-west-1 region?
- What is the optimal EBS configuration for a high data write environment?
- How can I identify cost-reduction opportunities in my AWS account?
Additionally, the tool allows users to upload Terraform or CloudFormation templates to estimate costs before deploying infrastructure, which facilitates planning and improves budgeting accuracy. It also provides industry benchmark data, helping companies compare their cloud spending with similar organizations, such as the average EC2 spend for a mid-sized fintech company or the typical S3 storage cost for a company with 2,000 employees.
Industry Feedback
The impact of CloudZero Advisor has been highlighted by industry leaders. Alberto Silveira, CTO of HireVue, stated: “CloudZero Advisor allows us to identify the most efficient instances and compare our spending with similar companies in minutes. It saves us hours of research and helps us make informed decisions that significantly improve performance and reduce costs.”
Beyond Traditional Optimization
CloudZero Intelligence not only enhances the Advisor tool but also enriches CloudZero’s core platform. This includes advanced capabilities such as cost anomaly detection, detailed forensic analysis of expense spikes, and the identification of saving opportunities. This approach enables engineering teams to make faster and more sustainable decisions, aligning innovation with operational efficiency.
Erik Peterson, founder and CTO of CloudZero, noted: “CloudZero Intelligence represents a significant leap in how engineering and FinOps teams can tackle critical questions about cost and efficiency in the cloud. With over eight years of integrated knowledge and the power of artificial intelligence, we are democratizing access to cloud efficiency.”
A Strategic Collaboration
CloudZero Intelligence is the result of a collaboration between CloudZero, AWS, and Caylent, a firm specializing in cloud services and artificial intelligence. Randall Hunt, CTO of Caylent, emphasized: “This system sets a new standard for cloud efficiency, turning complex data into meaningful actions that optimize infrastructures faster than ever.”
About CloudZero
CloudZero positions itself as a leader in cloud cost efficiency, helping companies build software cost-effectively without sacrificing innovation. Its platform enables users to understand and optimize 100% of cloud operating costs. Leading companies like Coinbase, Miro, and New Relic already rely on CloudZero to manage their cloud investments.
With the launch of CloudZero Advisor, the company begins a series of innovations that will transform how organizations approach cloud costs and efficiency throughout 2025 and beyond.