Anomaly Monitors
How to configure Anomaly Monitors to get notified when specific types of cost increases occur.
Anomaly Monitors Lobby
The Anomaly Monitors Lobby lets you manage every anomaly-alert configuration in one place.
Key Features
- View all configured anomaly monitors
- Search and filter monitors
- See key details for each monitor:
- Description
- Notification configuration
- Last modified date
Monitor Configuration Actions
- Edit
- Duplicate
- Delete
- Add new anomaly monitors
Use Duplicate to spin up similar monitors with small variations.
Anomaly Monitor Configuration
Create or edit monitors with granular settings.
Configure the view
Choose Group by options and set filters to narrow the monitored resources.
Add configuration rules
Assign a severity level, pick the reporting method, and set alert thresholds.
Configure notification settings
Deliver alerts via email, Slack, or Microsoft Teams. Choose the alert schedule (daily, weekly, or monthly), and configure notification time and time-zone.
Adjust notification settings carefully to stay informed without being overwhelmed.
Best Practices
- Review and update anomaly monitors regularly so they align with current cost-management goals.
- Combine Group by options and filters to create focused, actionable monitors.
- Assign severity levels that match the potential impact of an anomaly.
- Test notification workflows to confirm they work as expected.
By configuring and managing your anomaly monitors effectively, you can detect and address cost irregularities before they escalate.