Software buying
How do I know what ongoing platform or AI costs will be after launch?
List every recurring service the system depends on, including hosting, databases, APIs, AI usage, messaging, storage, monitoring, and software licenses. Estimate cost at current volume and at expected growth so usage-based charges are visible before launch.
What to check
- Which services charge by usage?
- What does the system cost at current volume?
- What happens to cost if usage doubles?