Macquarie Lens for
Azure optimisation.
Macquarie Lens gives you clear, actionable insight into your Microsoft Azure environment. You’ll see where costs, compliance and governance can be improved, backed by expert analysis.
What it is
Macquarie Lens offers
FREE Azure Assessment
FREE Azure Optimisation Assessment and architecture review* normally valued at $2500.
Custom configuration
Custom configuration of CloudHealth by VMware by Broadcom for visibility across your entire Azure estate.
Azure insights
Valuable insights regarding Resource Optimisation, Compliance, Governance and Security.
Macquarie Lens
Get visibility into your Azure environment.
More than half of Australian IT leaders report higher-than-expected cloud costs after migration. Azure environments evolve quickly, and without clear visibility, waste, risk and misalignment can creep in. Macquarie Lens helps you see exactly what’s happening within your environment, and what to do next.
- Identify wasted spend across Azure subscriptions.
- Benchmark compliance and governance posture.
- Gain security and architecture insights.
- Access expert-led analysis, not just dashboards.
Value you see
Azure insights that drive action.
Clear visibility across cost, governance, compliance and security.
Cost clarity
We uncover wasted spend within your Azure environment. Customers see average savings of 26%.
Strengthen control
Assess governance settings and support DevOps readiness for infrastructure-as-code.
Compliance benchmarking
Benchmark against standards including CIS, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA and PCI.
Identify risk early
Review the maturity of your Azure services architecture and surface risk areas.
Expert analysis
One of our Azure Principal Consultants analyses your data and findings.
Insight to action
Review findings in a dedicated 1:1 session and prioritise next steps.
Certified by the best.
Common use cases
Where Macquarie Lens delivers value.
Practical Azure optimisation for evolving environments.
Post-migration cost review
After moving to Azure, validate your architecture and identify higher-than-expected cloud costs before they escalate.
Pre-budget planning
Enter budgeting cycles with clearer visibility of cost drivers, optimisation opportunities and governance gaps.
Compliance preparation
Benchmark your Azure environment against relevant compliance standards and prepare for audits with greater confidence.
Security posture assessment
Understand the maturity of your Azure services architecture and prioritise risk reduction initiatives.
How it works
Tailored insights within 28 days.
Step 1
Set up your Macquarie Lens account.
Step 2
Select the Azure subscriptions you’d like reviewed.
Step 3
Microsoft authentication and CloudHealth configured.
Step 4
Receive initial insights after just 7 days.
Step 5
A Principal Consultant analyses data and insights.
Step 6
Review findings in a 1:1 session with a Principal Consultant.
Why Macquarie Cloud Services
Azure expertise you can rely on.
Recognised capability, deep experience and local expertise.
Azure Expert MSP
Independently assessed to meet Microsoft’s highest Managed Services standards.
MISA Member
One of a few Australian partners to be both an Azure Expert MSP and Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) member.
Microsoft specialist
Microsoft Solutions Partner – Security and Modern Work Specialist.
Certified expertise
Technical certifications across Azure administration, architecture, DevOps, security and data.
Award recognition
Winner of Managed Services Innovation of the Year – Azure Managed at GLOTEL.
ISO-aligned services
Azure Managed Services assessed against ISO-27001 compliance controls.
Contact us
Ready to see Macquarie Lens in action?
Book a demo with one of our experts. We’re here to guide you through your next steps.
- 1800 004 943
- Level 15, 2 Market Street Sydney, NSW, Australia
FAQs.
What is Macquarie Lens?
Macquarie Lens is a comprehensive analytics platform designed by Macquarie Cloud Services to provide deep insights into your Azure environment. It helps in monitoring, managing, and optimizing your cloud resources to ensure peak performance and cost-efficiency.
How does Macquarie Lens help with cost management?
Macquarie Lens offers detailed cost analysis and optimisation recommendations, helping businesses manage and reduce their Azure expenses by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting cost-saving measures.
Can Macquarie Lens improve security?
Yes, Macquarie Lens enhances security by providing real-time monitoring and alerts for potential threats, ensuring your Azure environment is protected against vulnerabilities and unauthorized access.
What’s the difference between the Cloud Adoption Framework and the Well-Architected Framework?
Yes, Macquarie Lens is designed for seamless integration with your existing Azure environment, allowing you to leverage its powerful analytics and management tools without significant changes to your current setup.
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