Distributed Ledger System For Cloud Resource Billing Transparency

The swift uptake of cloud computing services has brought with it new complexities in tracking and billing for resource usage, frequently resulting in disagreements between customers and service providers as a result of unclear pricing models. This study investigates the use of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) to improve transparency, trust, and accuracy in cloud resource billing. By taking advantage of the distributed and immutable aspect of distributed ledgers, bill records can be recorded, stored, and audited in real-time by anyone involved in an immutable manner. This removes dependence on centralized bill authorities and reduces tampering and manipulation of the data. Our proposed blockchain framework tracks resource consumption metrics, such as compute time, storage, and bandwidth used, directly on a distributed ledger. Smart contracts eliminate manual billing computations and payments, providing consistency and fairness. With this system, users obtain verifiable information on their billing history, while providers enjoy fewer operational disagreements and higher customer trust. Our paper presents the system architecture, principal technical challenges, possible performance overheads, and feasible solutions for deployment at scale. Finally, this research illustrates how the convergence of distributed ledger systems with cloud billing systems presents a revolutionary entry point to the development of an increasingly open and responsive cloud economy.