Commitment Free Discounts (CFDs) for AWS EC2

Q: What are Commitment Free Discounts?

Commitment Free Discounts (CFDs) are AWS EC2 discount instruments that provide up to 55% savings without requiring long-term commitments or upfront payments. They work by automatically optimizing Convertible Reserved Instances to match your actual usage patterns, delivering the same savings as traditional Reserved Instances with complete flexibility to scale resources up or down anytime.

Q: How do Commitment Free Discounts work?

CFDs use AI-powered automation to continuously analyze your EC2 usage and automatically procure, exchange, and optimize Convertible Reserved Instances (cRIs) in real-time. This eliminates the need for manual capacity planning while ensuring maximum cost savings through intelligent coverage optimization and dynamic adjustments based on your actual workload patterns.

Q: Can I use Commitment Free Discounts with my existing AWS discounts?

Yes, CFDs work seamlessly with existing Savings Plans, Reserved Instances, and Enterprise Discount Programs (EDP). They optimize uncovered usage without interfering with your current discount strategy, providing additional savings on top of existing commitments while maintaining complete flexibility for dynamic workloads.

Q: How much do Commitment Free Discounts cost?

CFDs use transparent, performance-based pricing where you pay only a percentage of your net new savings. There are no upfront costs, hidden fees, or minimum commitments. This means you only pay when you save money, and our success is directly aligned with your cost optimization goals.

Q: How quickly can I start saving with Commitment Free Discounts?

You can start saving with CFDs within 24-48 hours of onboarding. Setup takes under 15 minutes through secure, read-only AWS integration. Our automated system immediately begins optimizing your EC2 usage, and you'll see savings reflected in your next AWS bill with guaranteed measurable results within the first month.

Q: Are Commitment Free Discounts suitable for unpredictable workloads?

Yes, CFDs are perfect for unpredictable and volatile workloads. Unlike traditional Reserved Instances that require accurate capacity planning, CFDs automatically adjust to your actual usage patterns in real-time. This makes them ideal for seasonal businesses, growing startups, and any organization with variable AWS usage patterns.

Q: What happens if Commitment Free Discounts don't save me money?

We guarantee savings or you don't pay. If CFDs don't deliver measurable cost reductions within the first 30 days, there are no fees. Our confidence comes from years of experience and proven results with enterprise customers, with most clients seeing 30%+ reduction in their monthly AWS bills.

Q: How do I get support for Commitment Free Discounts?

We provide dedicated customer success management with direct access to certified FinOps experts. This includes 24/7 monitoring, monthly optimization reviews, proactive recommendations, and immediate support for any questions or issues. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner and FinOps.org member, we maintain the highest service excellence standards.

What are Commitment Free Discounts (CFDs)?

Commitment Free Discounts (CFDs) represent a revolutionary approach to AWS EC2 cost optimization. Unlike traditional Reserved Instances or Savings Plans that require 1-3 year commitments, CFDs deliver equivalent savings with zero lock-in periods.

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Up to 55% Savings

Equivalent to 3-year all-upfront Savings Plans without the commitment

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Zero Lock-in Period

Scale resources up or down without break-even concerns

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Works with Existing Strategy

Complements Savings Plans, Reserved Instances, and EDP programs

Feature	Commitment Free Discounts	3-Year Savings Plans	1-Year Reserved Instances
Discount Rate	Up to 55%	Up to 60%	Up to 40%
Commitment Period	None	36 months	12 months
Upfront Payment	None	Required for max discount	Optional
Flexibility	Complete	Limited	Moderate
Management Overhead	Automated	Manual planning	Manual optimization

How Commitment Free Discounts Work

AI Analysis

RightSpend's AI continuously analyzes your EC2 usage patterns, identifying optimization opportunities for Convertible Reserved Instances (cRIs).

Dynamic Optimization

Automated cRI procurement, exchange, and adjustment based on real-time usage patterns and cost optimization models.

Guaranteed Savings

Immediate cost reductions with no break-even periods. Pay only a percentage of savings achieved through the AWS Marketplace.

Technical Implementation

CFDs leverage Convertible Reserved Instances (cRIs) as the underlying discount mechanism. Unlike traditional cRI management that requires manual procurement and optimization, RightSpend automates the entire lifecycle:

• Automated Procurement: AI-driven cRI purchasing based on usage forecasting
• Dynamic Exchange: Real-time cRI exchanges to match changing workload patterns
• Coverage Optimization: Intelligent gap analysis and coverage adjustments
• FinOps Integration: Cost allocation and ShowBack capabilities

CFDs for Every AWS Discount Strategy

Last Mile Coverage

Perfect for organizations with existing Savings Plans who want to optimize remaining on-demand EC2 usage without additional long-term commitments.

✓ Fill coverage gaps in existing discount strategy
✓ No impact on current Savings Plans or EDP
✓ Optimize volatile workloads

Complete Coverage Strategy

Comprehensive EC2 discount optimization for organizations prioritizing flexibility over maximum theoretical discount rates.

✓ Replace expiring Savings Plans with CFDs
✓ Eliminate renewal risk and planning overhead
✓ Support rapid scaling and migration projects

Migration & Transition Support

Maintain optimal discount rates during cloud migrations, payer consolidations, or major infrastructure changes.

✓ Flexible coverage during transitions
✓ No stranded commitments
✓ Adapt to changing usage patterns

FinOps Optimization

Advanced cost allocation and ShowBack capabilities for enterprises requiring detailed chargeback and cost center attribution.

✓ Fair allocation of savings and fees
✓ Handle Linux/Windows pricing variations
✓ FinOps framework compliance

Transparent Pricing & Exceptional Service

100% Transparent Pricing

Performance-Based Fees Only

We charge a percentage of your net new savings only. No upfront costs, no hidden fees, no minimum commitments.

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Aligned Incentives

Our success is directly tied to your savings. We only succeed when you save money on your AWS bills.

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Detailed Reporting

Monthly reports showing exactly how much you saved, where savings came from, and our transparent fee calculation.

Enterprise-Grade Support

24/7 Monitoring & Support

Continuous monitoring of your CFD performance with immediate alerts and proactive optimization adjustments.

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Dedicated Customer Success Manager

Direct access to FinOps experts who understand your business and provide personalized optimization strategies.

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Guaranteed Results

We guarantee measurable savings within 30 days, or you pay nothing. Our track record speaks for itself.

Trusted by Enterprise Customers

AWS Partner

Certified AWS Partner with deep expertise in cost optimization

FinOps.org Member

Active member following FinOps best practices and frameworks

Proven Track Record

Years of experience helping enterprises optimize AWS costs

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Common Questions About Commitment Free Discounts

What are Commitment Free Discounts?

Commitment Free Discounts (CFDs) are AWS EC2 discount instruments that provide up to 55% savings without requiring long-term commitments or upfront payments. They work by automatically optimizing Convertible Reserved Instances to match your actual usage patterns, delivering the same savings as traditional Reserved Instances with complete flexibility to scale resources up or down anytime.

How do Commitment Free Discounts work?

CFDs use AI-powered automation to continuously analyze your EC2 usage and automatically procure, exchange, and optimize Convertible Reserved Instances (cRIs) in real-time. This eliminates the need for manual capacity planning while ensuring maximum cost savings through intelligent coverage optimization and dynamic adjustments based on your actual workload patterns.

Can I use Commitment Free Discounts with my existing AWS discounts?

Yes, CFDs work seamlessly with existing Savings Plans, Reserved Instances, and Enterprise Discount Programs (EDP). They optimize uncovered usage without interfering with your current discount strategy, providing additional savings on top of existing commitments while maintaining complete flexibility for dynamic workloads.

How much do Commitment Free Discounts cost?

CFDs use transparent, performance-based pricing where you pay only a percentage of your net new savings. There are no upfront costs, hidden fees, or minimum commitments. This means you only pay when you save money, and our success is directly aligned with your cost optimization goals.

How quickly can I start saving with Commitment Free Discounts?

You can start saving with CFDs within 24-48 hours of onboarding. Setup takes under 15 minutes through secure, read-only AWS integration. Our automated system immediately begins optimizing your EC2 usage, and you'll see savings reflected in your next AWS bill with guaranteed measurable results within the first month.

Are Commitment Free Discounts suitable for unpredictable workloads?

Yes, CFDs are perfect for unpredictable and volatile workloads. Unlike traditional Reserved Instances that require accurate capacity planning, CFDs automatically adjust to your actual usage patterns in real-time. This makes them ideal for seasonal businesses, growing startups, and any organization with variable AWS usage patterns.

What happens if Commitment Free Discounts don't save me money?

We guarantee savings or you don't pay. If CFDs don't deliver measurable cost reductions within the first 30 days, there are no fees. Our confidence comes from years of experience and proven results with enterprise customers, with most clients seeing 30%+ reduction in their monthly AWS bills.

How do I get support for Commitment Free Discounts?

We provide dedicated customer success management with direct access to certified FinOps experts. This includes 24/7 monitoring, monthly optimization reviews, proactive recommendations, and immediate support for any questions or issues. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner and FinOps.org member, we maintain the highest service excellence standards.