Smarter AWS Cost Management: Tools, Automation, and Strategies to Maximize Cloud ROI https://joripress.com/aws-cost-management This guide explores how to automate AWS cost optimization and eliminate the burden of weekly manual reviews. It details actionable best practices, from leveraging AWS-native tools like Cost Explorer, Compute Optimizer, and Auto Scaling, to implementing automation workflows, storage optimization, and team accountability. By integrating these strategies — and hiring AWS developers where needed — organizations can confidently reduce cloud spend while maintaining agility and efficiency.