Case Study: Smarter Monitoring
Cutting Costs with Built-In Windows Server Tools
Case Study Overview
A client running Windows Server workloads in AWS needed a way to measure GPU utilization across multiple endpoints. US Cloud engineers provided a simple, cost-effective solution using built-in tools—avoiding expensive third-party products while empowering the client’s IT team with hands-on knowledge.
Case Stats
Client Industry: Forestry
Technology: Windows Server
Severity Level: Proactive
Ticket Number: 127638
What Happened
The client struggled to monitor GPU usage across several cloud-hosted Windows Server instances. Initial attempts at manual data collection were inefficient, and leadership at our client company considered third-party monitoring tools, which would add cost and complexity.
Before adding cost and complexity to their systems, our client submitted this ticket to explore their options for optimizing their Windows Server.
Concern Resolution Timeline
- Day 1: Client opened the ticket requesting assistance with GPU utilization tracking.
- Day 2–4: US Cloud identified the client’s AWS instance type and recommended built-in Windows Performance Monitor as the best option. A PowerShell script was developed by our engineer to automate data collection across multiple endpoints.
- Day 4: Script was delivered to the client, allowing a near-immediate deployment.
- Day 5–10: Follow-up support ensured successful execution and validation of results.
What US Cloud Did to Solve the Data Issue
- Identified the exact instance type based on shared system details.
- Recommended native monitoring tools already included with Windows Server.
- Developed and provided a deployment-ready PowerShell script for fleet-wide monitoring.
- Guided the client through setup to ensure understanding and repeatability.
Conclusion
Within 10 days—and with usable tools delivered in just 4—US Cloud enabled the client to track GPU utilization without added licensing costs. By leveraging existing Microsoft tools, the client avoided unnecessary software purchases and gained confidence through guided, hands-on support.
