How the FinOps FOCUS Standards Deliver Value to IT Finance and Not Just Cloud Engineering

Presented by: Nan Braun

The FinOps framework can have a great impact when IT Finance uses it to improve forecasting accuracy, cost allocation, and investment decisions. Drawing on our experience helping organizations adopt and operationalize FinOps, this session reframes the standard through the lens of ITFM. Participants will see how the FinOps Framework and FOCUS enhance cross‑functional decision‑making, support long‑term optimization, and shift organizations from reactive cost control to strategic, value‑driven operations. The session highlights practical, real‑world approaches that help IT Finance become a more influential partner in cloud financial management.