Ascent Technology’s proven database services model enables clients to Co/Outsource the daily maintenance, management and support of their database environments on a 24/7 basis.
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VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS
FROM THE DESK OF THE MD
The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Your Database Administration
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...
Your Data Platform Partner: An Ascent Technology A to Z
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Data: Why Mid-Market Companies Choose Ascent Technology Your data should be your greatest asset - not your biggest challenge. At Ascent Technology, we partner with mid-market organisations to transform complex data environments into...
From the Desk of the MD – January 2019
The start of another year inevitably brings with it the promise of change, and in wishing all our clients a happy New Year, we would like to suggest that 2019 is going to be a year of considerable and exciting change. After all, not only do we have what are sure to be...
CAMPAIGNS
Prepare for Windows Server 2012 End of Support
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...
Prepare for SQL Server 2008 End of Support
On July 9, 2019, support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. 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...
Prepare for Windows Server 2008 End of Support
On January 14, 2020, support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. 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,...
CLIENT CASE STUDIES
Ascent Technology helps migrate Phumelela Gaming to Azure
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...
Ascent helps migrate Compatible Automotive to Azure
Microsoft Azure Data Platform Services not only boosts the company’s DR facilities, it also helps them deliver value-added services and innovative strategic solutions to its customers. In a digitising world, it comes as no surprise to learn that Compatible Automotive...
Ascent helps RMA re-factor its Microsoft Windows and SQL Servers on Azure
Ascent Technology assists Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) with modernising its Windows Server and SQL Server, Azure Based Data Platform Architecture, ensuring Agility and Flexibility to cater for the company’s increased workloads. RMA is South Africa’s leading...
AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
Microsoft Data and Analytics Partner of the Year Finalist
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...
Newsflashes
Ascent Technology is ready for Microsoft and Oracle’s enterprise partnership
Microsoft and Oracle recently announced a partnership that will enable customers to run Oracle software on Windows Server Hyper-V and in Windows Azure.
Why consider Co/Outsourcing Database Administration?
The answer is really quite simple:
Ascent Technology presents at Microsoft Tech-Ed Africa
As the current Microsoft Data Platform Partner of the Year, Ascent Technology has been invited by Microsoft to deliver two presentations at Tech-Ed Africa. South Africa’s premier technology event for IT Professionals and Developers, Tech-Ed Africa, will be staged from 16-19 April 2013 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.
Ascent Technology fast-tracks its ninth yearly learnership programme
Continuity in skills and expertise is of vital importance to our clients, which is why Ascent believes in continually developing a new generation of highly skilled individuals. To this end, the company has been committed to youth employment and development since its inception and as such is set to launch its ninth yearly learnership programme which will adopt a Oracle focus this time.
Celebrating 10 years of Absolute Data Excellence
With the advent of 2013, Ascent Technology has been in the business of Enterprise Database Management Services for 10 years.
Database Server Consolidation Benefits
Database Server Consolidation provides clients with the ability to leverage newer technologies to reduce license footprints whilst improving robustness and efficiency of the database environment. The consolidated environment results in reduced hardware, operational and licensing costs.
Specialist Database Consulting: ‘cheaper’ and ‘better’ than labour broking
The continuing economic woes around the globe are being compounded by an increasing shortage of critical specialist skills, leading enterprises to search outside the organisation for these.
Strong uptake of Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Ascent Technology has noticed that within its client base, there has been strong uptake of the new Microsoft SQL Server 2012.
Is Database Security and Compliance on your mind?
Responsible stewardship of data is vital to companies in the modern world. The growing body of legislation around this topic is testament to the fact that this is clearly an issue that is increasing in importance.
New Monthly Data Management Newsletter and Database Management Survey 2012 results (August 2012)
In our latest newsletter, we mentioned that Ascent and ITWeb have been collaborating on a new project that would be worth keeping your eyes open for. We now are pleased to announce that the first edition of the Monthly Ascent-sponsored ITWeb Data Management Newsletter, has just been released.
Database Management Survey 2012
An organisation’s data is one of its most valuable resources and should be managed and protected accordingly.
Ascent Technology signs partner agreement with Imperva
Ascent Technology has signed a partner agreement with Imperva that will enable the company to offer its clients access to Imperva’s heterogeneous suite of Database Security and Compliance tools.
Ascent Technology helps its clients solve their Business Intelligence challenges
Ascent Technology has a well known reputation as a heterogeneous Database Management Specialist company, but did you know that Database Management is not our only strenth?
Ascent Technology steps up to gold with Microsoft
Ascent Technology has become a Microsoft Gold-certified Partner with Gold accreditation in the Data Platform Competency.
Ascent Technology signs distributor agreement with Embarcadero
Ascent Technology has signed an international distributor agreement that will enable the company to offer its clients access to Embarcadero’s heterogeneous suite of Database Development, Administration and Optimization tools.