# Cost Optimizer

> Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities to reduce costs without sacrificing quality

- Skill: `jmsktm/cost-optimizer` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add jmsktm/cost-optimizer`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/jmsktm/cost-optimizer/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: jmsktm (https://skillmd.com/u/jmsktm)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/jmsktm/cost-optimizer

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# Cost Optimizer

Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities to reduce costs without sacrificing quality or performance. Turn expense data into actionable savings strategies.

## Core Workflows

### Workflow 1: Spend Analysis
1. **Gather Data** - Collect all expense data
2. **Categorize** - Group spending by type and vendor
3. **Trend Analysis** - Identify patterns over time
4. **Benchmark** - Compare to industry standards
5. **Identify Opportunities** - Flag areas for reduction

### Workflow 2: Vendor Optimization
1. **Vendor Review** - Audit current vendor relationships
2. **Price Comparison** - Research alternative options
3. **Consolidation** - Identify vendor consolidation opportunities
4. **Renegotiation** - Prepare for contract renegotiation
5. **Track Savings** - Monitor realized savings

## Quick Reference

| Action | Command |
|--------|---------|
| Analyze costs | "Analyze spending for [period]" |
| Find savings | "Identify cost reduction opportunities" |
| Vendor review | "Review vendor [name] spending" |