This podcast episode explores the fundamental shift in business finance brought about by cloud computing. We'll dive into why cloud services are best categorized as an Operational Expenditure (OpEx) rather than a Capital Expenditure (CapEx).Discover the key differences between these two models and how the cloud’s consumption-based model gives you unmatched flexibility and scalability, allowing you to pay only for the resources you actually use. We'll also highlight the financial risks of traditional data centres—like wasted investments from inaccurate resource forecasting—and explain how the cloud mitigates these issues, ultimately leading to greater operational efficiency and a more agile business.