Cost Optimization Strategies for SQL Server in the Cloud

Yogi Barot, Rafet Ducic

As more businesses move their workloads to the cloud, optimizing costs has become a top priority. One of the most significant costs associated with running SQL Server workloads is licensing. In this session, we will discuss how to optimize costs on AWS by optimizing SQL Server licensing and infrastructure. We will cover licensing options available on AWS, and strategies for license optimization, including bringing your own licenses (BYOL), licensing at the physical core level, and SQL Server consolidation. We will also discuss infrastructure strategies such as optimizing CPU usage and modernizing legacy applications.

Whether you are an IT professional or decision-maker, this session is designed to empower you with actionable strategies and practical tips to optimize your SQL Server workloads on AWS, saving costs without sacrificing operational excellence.