Use Case: Simplifying Azure Consumption Billing for MSPs
Take control of Azure Consumption billing
The Problem: Azure Billing is Overwhelming and Time-Consuming
Billing clients for Azure consumption is one of the most challenging tasks for MSPs. Common issues include:
- Manual Workload: MSPs often receive vendor bills or massive CSV files that require hours of manual processing and allocation.
- Complex Markups: Calculating and applying markups across clients and services is tedious and prone to errors.
- Missed Revenue: Without an automated system, it’s easy to overlook consumption charges, leaving money on the table.
These challenges not only drain resources but also hinder profitability and client satisfaction.
The Solution: Streamlined Azure Consumption Billing with Sync 365
Sync 365 revolutionizes how MSPs handle Azure billing by automating the process from start to finish.
Key Features
- Simple CSV Upload: Set up an initial CSV profile, and each month upload your Azure consumption file to process charges for all clients instantly.
- Automated Markups: Define your desired markup rates for each client, and Sync 365 will apply them consistently across all invoices.
- Accurate Allocation: Automatically split charges by client and service, ensuring clear and precise billing without manual calculations.
- Bill In Advance with Pro-Rated Adjustments: Estimate initial Azure costs for clients, bill in advance, and rely on Sync 365’s pro-rate system to adjust charges as usage fluctuates.
- Transparent Invoices: Generate detailed invoices that break down Azure consumption charges by service, building trust and reducing billing disputes.
Proof in Action: Results That MSPs Can Trust
“Azure billing was one of our biggest pain points. Sync 365’s automation has saved us hours every month, increased our accuracy, and ensured we capture all revenue opportunities.”
– David R., MSP Operations Manager
- Time Saved: MSPs save an average of 10+ hours monthly by automating Azure billing processes.
- Improved Accuracy: Eliminate errors with automated charge allocation and markup application.
- Revenue Growth: Recover up to 15% in previously missed Azure consumption charges.
Real-Life Scenarios: Sync 365 in Action
Scenario 1: Complex Azure Billing Made Simple
An MSP receives a CSV with detailed Azure consumption data for dozens of clients. By uploading the file into Sync 365, they automatically process the charges, apply the correct markups, and allocate costs to each client—saving hours of manual work.Scenario 2: Bill In Advance with Pro-Rated Adjustments
Azure billing is in arrears and it leaves you out of pocket while waiting for your customer to pay your invoice. Sync 365 enables the MSP to estimate the initial cost, bill the client upfront, and adjust charges month by month using our pro-rate system, ensuring accuracy without overcharging or undercharging.Scenario 3: Transparent Invoicing for Client Trust
An MSP’s client queries their Azure invoice, seeking clarity on service costs. With Sync 365, the MSP provides a detailed breakdown of charges by service, earning the client’s trust and reducing back-and-forth billing disputes.
Take the Complexity Out of Azure Billing
With Sync 365’s Azure Consumption Billing, you can simplify your workflow, save time, and maximize profitability while delivering clear and accurate invoices to your clients.
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