How Paradox Interactive optimized cloud operations with DoiT
Meet Paradox Interactive
Paradox Interactive is a globally recognized game publisher known for its profound, strategy-driven experiences. With hit franchises like Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Europa Universalis, Stellaris, and Hearts of Iron, the company delivers immersive, long-lasting games millions worldwide enjoy.
Kim Wahlsten, Cloud Operations Manager at Paradox Interactive, oversees the infrastructure that powers these games. His team ensures that the cloud platforms supporting development and live game operations remain efficient, scalable, and cost-effective.
The Challenge
Managing cloud infrastructure at scale comes with significant challenges, particularly in understanding and predictably governing costs. Paradox Interactive sought a single, shared, real-time view into its cloud spend to optimize resources effectively. The team needed a solution to provide clear, explainable insights into usage patterns, enabling informed decision-making and more accurate financial planning.
The Solution
Initially working directly with AWS, Paradox Interactive was introduced to DoiT during strategic discussions about cloud commitments. After evaluating its options, Paradox partnered with DoiT, recognizing the value of a relationship built on transparency, continuity, and collaboration.
DoiT Cloud Intelligence™ provides Paradox with a comprehensive view of all cloud services in a single, shared, real-time dashboard. By integrating FinOps tools, the team gained real-time cost visibility, enabling them to track spend, optimize resources, and reduce inefficiencies with confidence.
Through close collaboration, DoiT worked alongside Kim and his team to align solutions with Paradox’s goals, ensuring its cloud infrastructure remained efficient and high-performing without sacrificing reliability.
The Results
Enhanced Cost Transparency
Paradox Interactive now has a single, unified view of cloud costs, allowing for more accurate financial planning and prioritized resource allocation.
Optimized Resource Utilization
The team can track and adjust usage in real-time, ensuring efficiency while avoiding overprovisioning.
Stronger Strategic Partnership
Working closely with DoiT, Paradox has built a relationship based on trust, transparency, and sustained alignment to shared objectives.
By partnering with DoiT, Paradox Interactive has transformed its approach to cloud efficiency and cost management, ensuring that resources are optimized to support its ever-growing portfolio of games.