# PERF01-BP03: Factor cost requirements into decisions

## Description

Balance performance needs với cost constraints.

## Implementation Guidance

- Calculate total cost of ownership
- Compare performance per dollar
- Consider reserved vs on-demand pricing
- Account for operational costs
- Review cost-performance regularly

## Risk Level

Low - Over-provisioning wastes budget.

## Related Best Practices

- [PERF01-BP02](PERF01-BP02-Process-Architecture-Choices.md)
- [COST01-BP01](../../05-COST/COST01-Practice-Cloud-Financial-Management/COST01-BP01-Financial-Management.md)
