Structured PREreview of Cost-Intelligent Data Analytics in the Cloud

Does the introduction explain the objective of the research presented in the preprint?

Yes

The introduction does explain the objective clearly it sets out to propose an approach for making cloud data analytics more cost-aware and efficient. It frames the challenge (rising cloud costs in analytics), explains why current methods fall short, and then states that the paper introduces a framework to address cost-intelligent analytics.

Are the methods well-suited for this research?

Somewhat appropriate

They follow best practices through most, but not all, of the research. They are well executed and provide a good foundation for drawing valid conclusions.

Are the conclusions supported by the data?

Somewhat supported

The conclusions are mostly, but not always, thorough. They provide a reasonable interpretation of the data without overreaching, but the breadth of evidence could be stronger.

Are the data presentations, including visualizations, well-suited to represent the data?

Somewhat appropriate and clear

They follow best practices overall and communicate results well, but accessibility and clarity could be improved with simplified figures and clearer legends.

How clearly do the authors discuss, explain, and interpret their findings and potential next steps for the research?

Somewhat clearly

They provide a clear discussion of findings and reasonable suggestions for next steps, though the explanation could expand more on practical adoption challenges and broader applicability.

Is the preprint likely to advance academic knowledge?

Somewhat likely

The preprint contributes several noteworthy advancements or confirmations, particularly in reframing cloud BI optimization as a cost-intelligent decision process.

Would it benefit from language editing?

Yes

It would benefit from light language editing. The grammar is correct overall, but some sentences could be restructured for clarity and flow.

Would you recommend this preprint to others?

Yes, but it needs to be improved

The preprint provides solid contributions to cloud cost optimization in analytics and is worth reading. Some improvements in clarity, broader evaluation, and polishing of visualizations would make it even stronger.

Is it ready for attention from an editor, publisher or broader audience?

Yes, after minor changes

The paper is strong and relevant, but minor improvements in language clarity, figure accessibility, and elaboration on broader implications would make it more compelling for a wider audience.

Competing interests

The author declares that they have no competing interests.