Azure Monitor helps you maximize availability and performance of your applications and services. It delivers a comprehensive solution for collecting, analyzing, and acting on telemetry from cloud and on-premises environments.
What is Azure Monitor?
Azure Monitor is a DevOps & CI/CD service from Microsoft Azure that full observability into your applications, infrastructure, and network
The service provides organizations with a fully managed solution characterized by high availability, scalability, and integration into the Azure ecosystem. With Azure Monitor, you can build modern cloud architectures without worrying about the underlying infrastructure.
Especially for companies with GDPR requirements, Azure Monitor is available in European Azure regions and meets all relevant compliance standards for operation in Germany and the EU.
Typical Use Cases
Azure Monitor is particularly suitable for modern cloud architectures and enterprise workloads. Common use cases include integration into existing Microsoft environments, hybrid cloud setups, and scalable production workloads with high compliance requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions about Azure Monitor
What does Azure Monitor cost?
Azure Monitor uses a usage-based pricing model. Exact costs depend on factors such as data volume, transactions, and chosen service tier. For detailed pricing information, use the Azure pricing calculator.
Is Azure Monitor GDPR compliant?
Yes, Azure Monitor can be operated in compliance with GDPR when you choose European Azure regions. Microsoft Azure offers comprehensive compliance certifications and data processing agreements.
How does Azure Monitor integrate with other Azure services?
Azure Monitor integrates seamlessly with the entire Azure ecosystem. Through Azure Resource Manager, Managed Identities, and native SDKs, you can establish connections to other services.
What SLAs does Azure Monitor offer?
Microsoft Azure offers various SLA levels for Azure Monitor depending on configuration. Details can be found in the official Azure documentation.
Can I use Azure Monitor in hybrid cloud scenarios?
Yes, many Azure services support hybrid scenarios via Azure Arc and ExpressRoute. Azure Monitor can thus be combined with on-premises infrastructure.
Integration with innFactory
As a Microsoft Azure Partner, innFactory supports you in integrating and optimizing Azure Monitor. We help with architecture, migration, operations, and cost optimization.
Contact us for a non-binding consultation on Azure Monitor and Microsoft Azure.
