Azure Cost & Security Review for Dynamics 365 in New Zealand
AZURE SOLUTIONS FOR DYNAMICS 365
We enable organisations in New Zealand to gain visibility and control of their Azure subscription with a full audit tailored for Dynamics 365.
When Dynamics 365 runs on Microsoft Azure, your business benefits from a scalable and secure platform. But without regular oversight, expenses can escalate, and security weaknesses may go unnoticed. Walkerscott’s Azure Cost & Security Review gives New Zealand organisations a structured assessment of their Azure environment, focusing on spend patterns, deployed resources, and security posture.
We deliver a comprehensive report with clear, prioritised recommendations to cut unnecessary costs, tighten identity controls, and improve governance across your Dynamics 365 workloads.
Common Azure cost & security challenges facing NZ businesses
IT managers often face recurring issues when managing Azure subscriptions that underpin Dynamics 365.
Quick fixes, like a single Power BI cost report, rarely solve these problems. What’s needed is a systematic audit that shows exactly what’s happening across cost, security, and governance, with expert guidance on how to address it.
Unexpected invoice increases with no visibility of which workloads are responsible
Idle or oversized resources left running unnecessarily
Permissions spread too broadly, with too many elevated accounts
Security weaknesses, such as Defender for Cloud not activated or exposed storage accounts
Governance inconsistencies, with no tagging or policies across regions
What you get from an Azure cost & security review
Subscription Cost Analysis
We break down Azure spend by service, trend, and workload, giving finance and IT leaders clarity on where money is being used. Our recommendations include rightsizing, reserved instances, and cost-saving plans aligned to your Dynamics 365 environment.
Resource & Configuration Optimisation
We analyse deployed resources across your subscription, identifying redundant services, outdated SKUs, and inefficient setups. You’ll receive actionable steps to align usage with business needs and eliminate waste.
Security & Access Review
Our consultants evaluate user roles and permissions against least-privilege principles. We highlight dormant accounts, excessive administrator rights, and identity management gaps. Defender for Cloud and related Azure security tools are also reviewed to ensure resilience.
Clear, Actionable Reporting
Every audit includes structured findings with tables, charts, and prioritised actions. Each recommendation includes estimated savings or risk-reduction value, so you can act with confidence.
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FAQs about Azure cost & security for Dynamics 365
Why did our Azure bill increase so sharply this month?
Spikes are usually caused by oversized compute, overly chatty integrations, or excessive diagnostic logging. Our audit highlights which workloads are driving the increase so you can take corrective action.
How can we keep Logic Apps costs under control?
Costs escalate when Logic Apps are configured with polling or unnecessary retries. Our reviews identify and optimise misconfigured Logic Apps tied to Dynamics 365, saving money without disrupting operations.
What should we know about Dataverse to Azure Data Lake costs?
Exports can be efficient, but poor pipeline design, storage tiers, or retention policies can lead to ongoing expenses. We evaluate these pipelines and recommend optimisations.
How can we monitor Dynamics 365 API usage effectively?
Excessive calls or retries can lead to throttling and cost blowouts. Our audit checks API efficiency, helping reduce noise and unnecessary consumption.
We’ve given too many users ‘Owner’ rights in our subscription, is this a big issue?
Yes. Over-assigned roles are a security risk and complicate audits. We recommend a least-privilege model and use of Entra ID Privileged Identity Management (PIM) for just-in-time elevation.
Which Defender for Cloud actions should we take first?
Not every recommendation has the same urgency. We help prioritise based on impact to your Dynamics 365 workloads and security posture.
Can we cut Log Analytics costs without losing critical security data?
Yes. Tiered retention and smarter filtering reduce noise while keeping compliance intact. We provide a balanced retention strategy that saves costs without risking visibility.
Why Choose Walkerscott
New Zealand Microsoft Solutions Partner with deep expertise in Azure and Dynamics 365 deployments
Experience delivering cost audits and security reviews for New Zealand organisations in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch
Consultants who understand both technical best practices and business outcomes
A practical, results-focused approach, we don’t just flag issues, we tell you how to fix them