[GianFabien]

Non-tech managements making decisions impacting upon a tech-focused cost center rarely makes sense to tech folks.

From the details you do provide, I can see how a non-tech person would interpret many of your actions as "concerning".

But the key issue remains: Do you have a technically competent CTO you directly report to? If so, that person should be responsible for resolving your issue. On the other hand, if you have a tech team without a competent technical manager overseeing operations, then things are likely to get screwy from time to time. Misguided attempts at cost saving being just one of many.