The client is a cloud-driven enterprise heavily reliant on Azure Virtual Machines to support business operations. However, they faced escalating costs due to idle VM usage outside working hours. The IT leadership sought a native, cost-efficient solution to optimize VM power management without manual intervention. 

The Challenges

Unattended virtual machines running after hours were consuming resources and generating avoidable expenses. Manual shutdowns were inconsistent, and IT teams were spending valuable time managing VM schedules instead of focusing on critical operations.