Azure Policy Explained: 3 Essential Rules You Should Be Using

Azure Policy is a powerful tool for enforcing governance, security, and compliance at scale, but are you using it to its full potential? In this practical demo, we walk through three must-use Azure Policy configurations that help you take control of your cloud environment: Enforcing resource tags for cost management and reporting Restricting allowed regions to meet compliance and sovereignty requirements Controlling which resource types can be deployed to standardise architecture and reduce risk Whether you're looking to improve visibility, stay compliant, or avoid cloud sprawl, these policies are the foundation of any well-governed Azure estate. Plus, we show you how to apply them using the Azure Portal — step by step. No theory — just actionable insight, explained clearly. 0:00 Intro 0:38 Overview 1:11 Portal View 3:25 Enforce Tags on Resources 10:25 Restrict Which Regions Resources Can Be Deployed To 12:55 Restrict Which Resources Can Be Deployed 15:40 Summary About Synextra We're your new favourite cloud provider. Based in the North-West of England, our team of experts help organisations like yours thrive in the new era of cloud tech. Visit https://www.synextra.co.uk/ to find out more and book a chat with one of our cloud specialists. We'd love to show you just how good a cloud-powered work life can be. Connect with us: • Twitter:   / synextra   • Facebook:   / synextra   • LinkedIn:   / synextra-ltd-   • YouTube: / @synextra • Linktree: https://linktr.ee/synextra