The deployment cost of a log audit system can vary depending on factors like system scale, data volume, storage requirements, and whether you choose an on-premises or cloud-based solution.
For small to medium-sized businesses, a basic log audit system may have relatively low costs if using open-source tools (e.g., ELK Stack: Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) and self-managed infrastructure. However, costs can rise with scalability needs, such as additional storage, computing power, and maintenance efforts.
For large enterprises handling massive logs, the cost increases significantly due to high-performance hardware, advanced security features, and dedicated IT teams.
A cloud-based log audit system can reduce upfront costs by eliminating the need for physical infrastructure. For example, Tencent Cloud offers CLS (Cloud Log Service), which provides scalable log collection, storage, and analysis with pay-as-you-go pricing. This eliminates the need for hardware investment and simplifies maintenance, making it cost-effective for businesses of all sizes.
Example: A startup monitoring application logs may start with CLS's free tier or low-cost pay-as-you-go plan, while a financial institution requiring compliance-grade auditing might opt for higher-tier storage and advanced analytics, incurring higher but manageable costs.