In this episode of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, host Nicholas speaks with Erlend Rushfeldt, a consultant manager at Innofactor, about the intricacies of cost optimization in cloud migration, particularly within Azure. They discuss common mistakes organizations make in managing Azure costs, strategies for effective cost management, and the importance of creating a culture of cost awareness. Erlend shares insights on the challenges faced by organizations in understanding their Azure bills and emphasizes the need for continuous monitoring and optimization. The conversation also highlights resources available for learning more about Azure cost management and the role of the FinOps Foundation in providing frameworks and training.