Are you treating FinOps like a one-time project instead of an ongoing value engine?
In this episode of FinOps in Action, I sit down with Borja Martínez, EMEA FinOps Lead at NTT DATA Inc, to explore why successful FinOps starts with understanding your company’s business context, not just its cloud bill.
Borja shared how his unconventional path from 12 years as a professional basketball player to FinOps leader shaped the way he views teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement. He explains why two companies with the same cloud footprint may need completely different FinOps strategies, and why knowing whether your organization sees cloud as a cost center or a growth driver changes everything.
We also cover why cost optimization is never really “done,” how to shift conversations from cost to value, and why FinOps data (even if not the FinOps person) must have a seat at the executive table. From low-hanging fruit to advanced architectural efficiency, Borja brings practical guidance for any FinOps practitioner looking to evolve their program.
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