Blog: Monitoring LLM Applications with SkyWalking 10.4: Insights into Performance and Cost

The Problem: As Applications “Consume” LLMs, Monitoring Leaves a Blind Spot With the deep penetration of Generative AI (GenAI) into enterprise workflows, developers face a challenging paradox: while powerful LLM capabilities are easily integrated via Spring AI or OpenAI SDKs , the actual performance and reliability of these calls remain largely invisible. 1. The “Black Box” of Cost and Performance: Is the Expensive Model Worth It?