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The Hidden Cost of Bad DevOps

February 5, 2024

A startup learned the hard way that DevOps isn't just operations — it's business-critical.

The Cost: $50K in Six Months

  • Over-provisioning: $500/mo vs $180
  • Three major outages: $30,000
  • Emergency contractor fees: $8,000

Good DevOps is about boring, reliable systems. Invest early or pay far more later.