Auto-scaling for Azure object storage access nodes optimizes performance and resource utilization, particularly during large-scale operations. The system dynamically provisions access nodes within a region only when required, ensuring that resources are automatically powered down and decommissioned once the workload completes.
This process is orchestrated through the Scale Manager, which intelligently automates provisioning, scaling, and cleanup. It reduces operational overhead, lowers compute costs, and enhances system efficiency.
Multi-tenant environments
In multi-tenant environments:
- Service providers can offer auto-scaling as a service.
- Tenants can either use their service providers' auto-scaling service or configure their own auto-scaling.
Note
For information about configuring auto-scaling, see: