Talking out Cloud!

In this season finale, Wesley and Gert-Jan take a deep dive into one of the most debated topics in the managed services world: what is value?As a Managed Service Provider or consultant, how do you really add value to your customers? Is it about delivering technical excellence, or becoming a true strategic partner? In this honest and thought-provoking conversation, they explore:- What value actually means in the eyes of your customers- How MSPs can move beyond break-fix support to become trusted advisors- The importance of knowledge, culture, and continuous learning- Why understanding your customer’s business is key to long-term success- How partnership mindset to supplier mindset👉 Listen now and join the conversation about building partnerships that truly matter.

In this episode, we explore all things “as a service”:- What is Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Serverless, and Software as a Service (SaaS)?- How do these models work and what are the benefits?- Key considerations for businesses when moving to the cloud.- Lift & shift vs modernisation, multi-tenancy, automation, and cost trade-offs.Whether you’re a cloud architect, consultant, or IT enthusiast, this episode gives you a practical understanding of the different service models and how to choose the right approach for your workloads.Episode 11 Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Welcome01:20 – IaaS explained: Control vs responsibility05:15 – Lift & shift scenarios & Azure Migrate08:50 – ASM vs ARM migration process12:40 – PaaS overview & benefits16:30 – Comparing IaaS vs PaaS in cost & maintenance19:45 – Serverless explained: Azure Functions & event-driven architecture23:10 – SaaS explained: Subscription model & customer experience26:00 – Containers: Combining flexibility & control28:00 – Key takeaways & conclusion

In this episode of Talking Out Cloud, we dive into FinOps — the cultural practice that combines financial accountability with operational responsibility in the cloud. 💸☁️We cover:- Why public clouds can be expensive- How FinOps helps organisations manage costs effectively- Best practices: reservations, savings plans, tagging, monitoring and Governance- Real examples of “bill shock” and how to avoid it- Tips for DevOps teams and organisations using AzureWhether you’re an IT manager, developer, or cloud professional, this episode provides practical insights to optimise cloud spending and ensure responsible use of Azure.Listen now to learn how to implement FinOps successfully in your organisation!Website: https://intercept.cloudLinkedIn Wesley Haakman: /wesleyhaakman/LinkedIn Gert-Jan Poffers: /gpoffers/

In this video, we cover the key steps to design a secure and scalable Azure cloud environment. Learn why governance and tenant management come first, and how the zero trust principle is essential for network security. See how the hub-spoke model keeps your network safe and why direct spoke-to-spoke connections are a no-go.We also explore Azure networking troubleshooting, hybrid connectivity with VPN and ExpressRoute, and how to pick the right performance option for your needs.Perfect for Azure architects, IT pros, and cloud engineers looking to improve their environment.📌 Topics:- Tenant management & governance- Zero trust security- Hub-spoke architecture- Troubleshooting tools- Hybrid VPN & ExpressRoute- VPN Gateway vs Virtual WAN💡 Subscribe for more Azure tips! Like and comment your thoughts!

In this episode, we dive deep into automation in Azure from using PowerShell and Azure CLI to exploring the future potential (and challenges) of AI agents in cloud management. Discover best practices, real-world examples, and thoughts on how automation is evolving the role of cloud professionals.Website: https://intercept.cloudLinkedIn Wesley Haakman: /wesleyhaakman/LinkedIn Gert-Jan Poffers: /gpoffers/