Quinn and Julian, known for their expertise in cloud cost consulting, are venturing into uncharted territory with Duckbill’s new software platform, Skyway. The company’s pivot from consulting to software development is fueled by a desire to address the unpredictable nature of cloud spending for major corporations. With a team of 10 and a fresh injection of funding, Duckbill is poised to disrupt the cloud cost management sector with its innovative approach.
Unlike traditional cloud cost management tools, which primarily target startups, Duckbill’s Skyway is designed to meet the specific needs of large enterprise clients. By leveraging their extensive experience in negotiating cloud contracts worth billions of dollars, Duckbill offers a unique perspective on cloud spending that sets them apart in the market.
The launch of Skyway’s Contract Manager module marks the beginning of Duckbill’s ambitious vision to revolutionize financial planning and forecasting for infrastructure spending. With a focus on structured data and validation of negotiated discounts, Skyway aims to provide customers with a clear understanding of their cloud costs and projections.
Looking beyond AWS, Duckbill is expanding its reach to include Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure, with plans to integrate spending data from various software and infrastructure sources. By offering a comprehensive solution for financial planning across different platforms, Duckbill is positioning itself as a leader in the evolving cloud cost management landscape.
As Duckbill transitions into a software company, the team is gearing up for growth, with new hires in engineering and strategic roles. With a strong focus on innovation and customer feedback, Duckbill is poised to make a significant impact in the cloud cost management market.
Despite past challenges in product development, Quinn and Julian remain optimistic about Duckbill’s future. By learning from past mistakes and listening to customer needs, they are confident in the success of Skyway and the company’s transition into the software industry.
For more information about Duckbill and their innovative cloud cost management solutions, visit their website or contact them at 833-AWS-BILL.
