Analyze hybrid benefit

Overview

The Cost intelligence view in Cost Analyzer includes a built-in AI capability, Analyze hybrid benefit, available under AI Agents, that analyzes Azure resources to estimate potential cost savings by applying Azure Hybrid Benefit where eligible.

It evaluates licensing configuration, usage patterns, and cost data to determine whether Hybrid Benefit can reduce pay-as-you-go licensing charges.

What the AI Agent provides

1. Eligibility assessment
Identifies whether the resource qualifies for Azure Hybrid benefit and whether it is currently enabled.

2. Cost comparison
Compares current costs with estimated costs after applying Hybrid benefit and highlights potential percentage savings.

3. Licensing requirements
Outlines required licenses, Software Assurance or subscription prerequisites, and compliance considerations.

4. Operational impact
Summarizes configuration changes, possible downtime, and ongoing licensing responsibilities.

5. Recommendation
Provides a data-driven recommendation based on savings potential, usage patterns, and licensing eligibility.

Sample illustration

The image below highlights the insights provided by the AI Agent, that estimates the potential cost savings by applying Azure Hybrid benefit to an Azure resource: