AWS Compute Optimizer now supports 32-day lookback for EBS volume and ECS service rightsizing recommendations

AWS Compute Optimizer Lookback Period Extended

AWS Compute Optimizer now allows you to extend the lookback period for Amazon EBS volume and Amazon ECS rightsizing recommendations from 14 days to 32 days at no additional cost. This update helps account for monthly utilization patterns, leading to better cost and performance outcomes.

New Features

• Extended lookback period for Amazon EBS volume and Amazon ECS rightsizing recommendations from 14 days to 32 days.
• Support for 32-day lookback periods for five types of recommendations: EC2 instance, EC2 Auto Scaling group, RDS database, EBS volume, and ECS service.
• Configurable at the organization, account, or resource level through the console, AWS SDK, or AWS CLI.

Availability

• Regions: Available in all AWS Regions except AWS GovCloud (US) and China Regions.

What to do

• Update your Compute Optimizer settings to extend the lookback period.
• Review the AWS Compute Optimizer User Guide for more information.

Source: AWS release notes

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