About Ascent Technology

There is an overall recognition by organisations that substantial bottom line benefits can be gained by focusing on their core business and Co/Outsourcing non-core business processes.

Ascent Technology is carving a growing niche for itself by applying high-level skills and expertise on its clients’ behalf in the Enterprise Data Platform Management arena.

Absolute Data Excellence

Executive Team

Ascent Technology is ISO 27001 Certified

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certified

Vendor Relationships

Careers at Ascent Technology

We seek motivated and experienced Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database Administrators and Consultants.

Solutions

Database Management Solutions
Azure Database Solutions

Database Administration and Support Service

Proposed as a fixed monthly cost, this 24/7 service is implemented on a remote basis, to ensure a reliable, robust, and optimally performing Database Environment.

Database System Health Check Service

A Database System Health Check assesses if your Database is running optimally, and can help diagnose challenges before performance issues, and/or down time affect your users.

Database Security and Compliance with DB Shield

Proposed as a fixed monthly cost, this 24/7 service protects Databases on your network with a set of preconfigured defences, and helps you build a custom security policy for your Database Environment.

Migrate your SQL Server(s) to Azure

Bring scalability, flexibility, security, and performance to your SQL Server Database workloads, while reducing the cost of infrastructure, maintenance and support when you deploy on Azure.

Run your MySQL, MariaDB or PostgreSQL Database in Azure

Bring scalability, flexibility, security, and performance to your Open Source Database workloads, while reducing the cost of infrastructure, maintenance and support when you deploy on Azure.

Lift and Shift your Oracle Database to Azure

Bring scalability, flexibility, security, and performance to your Oracle workloads, while reducing the cost of infrastructure and Oracle licensing when you deploy on Azure.

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VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS

FROM THE DESK OF THE MD

Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends – Explore the CSP Advantage

18 Aug 2025

Standardised pricing replaces tiered discounts — many organisations are reviewing CSP for cost and flexibility benefits. Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends Microsoft will remove tiered discounts for Online Services under Enterprise Agreement (EA) and Microsoft...

Why Database Auditing Is No Longer Optional

11 Jul 2025

In an era defined by relentless cyber threats and tightening regulatory demands, organisations can no longer afford to treat database auditing as optional. From sensitive customer records to financial data and IP, databases are prime targets - and without proper...

The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Your Database Administration

14 Jun 2025

In many organisations, database administration is an afterthought - a background function that only gains attention when something breaks. But the costs of neglecting proper DBA practices are far from hidden. From performance issues and downtime to security...

CAMPAIGNS

Prepare for SQL Server 2014 End of Support

09 May 2024

On July 9, 2024, support for SQL Server 2014 ended. That means the end of regular security updates. Don't let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We're here to help you migrate to current versions for greater security, performance and innovation....

Prepare for SQL Server 2012 End of Support

11 May 2022

On July 12, 2022, support for SQL Server 2012 ended. That means the end of regular security updates. Don't let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We're here to help you migrate to current versions for greater security, performance and innovation....

Prepare for Windows Server 2012 End of Support

10 May 2022

On October 10, 2023, support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 ended. That means the end of regular security updates. Don't let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We're here to help you migrate to current versions for greater security, performance...

CLIENT CASE STUDIES

DB Administration, Security and Compliance for First Distribution

31 Jul 2023

First Distribution’s Database Administration, Security and Compliance needs lead it to trusted advisor, Ascent Technology. For any large organisation, Database Administration (DBA) is a vital part of maintaining their Data Platform Operations effectively. As it has...

Ascent Technology helps Bidfood SA migrate to Microsoft Azure

23 Feb 2022

When Bidfood SA chose to modernise and migrate its data platform to Microsoft Azure, it turned to Ascent Technology for help. In a world that is digitally transforming, it is more vital than ever to an organisation’s success to utilise the latest platforms to drive...

Ascent Technology helps migrate Phumelela Gaming to Azure

23 Feb 2021

A Windows Server and SQL Server consolidation, optimisation and migration to Microsoft Azure enables the company to reduce costs, modernise its data platform and boost its innovation capabilities. As an operator running two distinct betting businesses, Phumelela...

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

Microsoft Data and Analytics Partner of the Year Finalist

29 Sep 2022

Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year awards, as a finalist in the Data and Analytics Partner of the Year award. Finalist Data and Analytics Partner of the Year "It is always gratifying to be recognised by Microsoft as one...