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Company archive · June 2022

Data-Driven named a 2022 Microsoft Australia finalist

Microsoft Australia recognised Data-Driven as a 2022 Partner of the Year Awards finalist for its CloudMonitor work.

2 min read Updated 25 Aug 2026
Data-Driven 2022 Microsoft Australia Partner of the Year Awards finalist announcement

On June 29, 2022, Data-Driven announced that it had been named a finalist in the Microsoft Australia Partner of the Year Awards. The recognition related to the company’s CloudMonitor work.

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Microsoft’s response at the time

Rachel Bondi, then chief partner officer for Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, commented on the recognition:

“We know in the coming years business transformation will be driven by a new frontier of digital businesses as they become a key driver of growth and prosperity, challenging top performing companies. Data-Driven’s work with CloudMonitor is a great example of this disruptive innovation.”

The announcement recognised Data-Driven’s work on modern data platforms and CloudMonitor, its cloud-cost management product.

Data-Driven’s delivery approach

Rodney Joyce, Data-Driven’s managing director, described the company’s approach at the time:

“We provide better outcomes for customers by involving technical consultants in the pre-sales process regarding data, AI and analytics. This aligns customer expectations, reduces scope creep and minimises friction between the sales and delivery team, which results in happier customers.”

The quote is preserved as published. Current service information is available on the Data-Driven services page, and current CloudMonitor information is available at cloudmonitor.ai.

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