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Explore why Microsoft is moving Enterprise Agreement (EA) clients to the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) model, and how Ascent Technology ensures a smooth, strategic transition. Key Takeaways Microsoft is shifting Enterprise Agreement (EA) customers toward the...
Ascent Technology is both a Direct and Indirect Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) - here’s what to look for in the right CSP partner to modernise, optimise, and scale your Azure Data Platform. Key Takeaways A Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) delivers more...
Discover why database auditing is critical for security, compliance, and accountability in today’s data landscape, and how Ascent Technology’s DB Shield helps you stay audit-ready. Key Takeaways Database auditing is essential for security and compliance, helping...
Transform your data from a challenge into a strategic asset. Discover how Ascent’s Modernise‑Optimise‑Protect A‑to‑Z framework delivers scalable, secure, and efficient data platform solutions for mid‑market organisations. Key Takeaways Ascent Technology delivers...
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...
In wishing all our clients a happy New Year, it is worth noting that 2018 is already shaping up to be another year of change. We are seeing distinct shifts in the international arena, while at the same time, our local political sphere has also witnessed significant...
Welcome to the Ascent Technology 2016 Year End Newsletter, a year which has certainly witnessed its fair share of interesting developments, globally and locally. Aside from the surprises delivered by the UK’s Brexit referendum and the US election result, we have seen...
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...
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,...
Ascent Technology’s DB Shield Service protects databases on your network with a set of preconfigured defenses, and helps you build a custom security policy for your environment – making it easier to demonstrate compliance to auditors and improve critical asset data...
Realise your data’s potential, upgrade to SQL Server 2016 to bring new built-in capabilities to your database-from analytics to data warehousing. Better decisions start with better business insights Gain deeper insight into your data. Bring together powerful business...
Azure StorSimple addresses massive data growth, empowering you to take advantage of economical cloud storage for your inactive data, while keeping your mission-critical data on-premises for the highest levels of performance. Hybrid Storage combined with Cloud...
Move your Oracle, IBM DB2 or SAP Sybase ASE databases to SQL Server and receive the necessary licenses of SQL Server - free with software assurance*. Take advantage of this offer and get the one data solution that has everything you need built in. Break free from...
Did you know that as a certified Microsoft Azure Deployment Planning Services (AZDPS) partner: Ascent Technology can work with qualifying clients, to help assess, prioritize and begin migrating existing virtualized applications, and Microsoft pays for the engagement....
SQL Server 2022 is the most Azure-enabled release yet, with continued performance, security, and availability innovation. SQL Server, enabled by Azure Arc, extends Azure services on-premises, and manages your SQL Server estate from the Azure portal for a more unified...
As we close out another year, we want to acknowledge our clients, colleagues, and partners - thank you for the trust and teamwork that made the year possible. We hope the festive season gives you time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most. Wishing...
As the year draws to a close, we’d like to express our appreciation to our clients, colleagues, and partners for your continued support and collaboration. May the festive season bring you a welcome pause, and the opportunity to spend time with friends and family....
Microsoft and Ascent Technology invite you to a deep-dive, interactive exploration of how to migrate apps & databases to Azure. We are hosting one-day online workshops covering everything from whiteboarding migration strategies to hands-on experiences with data...
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...
By managing, securing, upgrading and ensuring best practices within the Data Platform Environment, Ascent delivers significant value to mining company. Tharisa plc is a European-headquartered PGM and chrome co-producer incorporating mining, pro-cessing, beneficiation,...
An extensive Data Platform upgrade creates a fully virtualised, highly available and cloud ready environment to serve as a platform for Digital Transformation. Much emphasis today is placed on the importance of Digital Transformation, and a critical part of this is...
Primedia Broadcasting outsources Database Administration and Consulting Services to Expert Database Infrastructure Company Ascent Technology. Primedia Broadcasting owns and operates four of South Africa’s most popular and premium radio brands: 947, KFM, 702 and...
Tracker Outsources Microsoft and Oracle Database Management and Consulting to Specialist Database Infrastructure Company Ascent Technology. Tracker South Africa was established in 1996 and is a technology focused company which is the market leader for vehicle tracking...
RTT becomes the first SA logistics company to migrate to Microsoft SQL Server 2014. The RTT Group is a new generation logistics services enterprise that provides intelligent, innovative and customised services to clients in niche industry bands. RTT actively defines,...
EnviroServ co-sources Database Administration and Consulting to Specialist Database Infrastructure company Ascent Technology. As a company that has been providing responsible African waste management innovations and solutions for more than 33 years, EnviroServ is well...
Ascent Technology receives the Microsoft IP Co-Sell Partner of the Year and Microsoft Best New Practice Partner of the Year awards. Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year awards, having won both the IP Co-Sell Partner of...
Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, having consecutively won the 2011 and 2012 Data Platform Partner of the Year Awards. "It is always gratifying to be recognised by Microsoft as one of the leaders in the country...
Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, having won the 2011 Data Platform Partner of the Year Award. "It is always gratifying to be recognised by Microsoft as one of the leaders in the country in the Data Platform...
Ascent Technology’s internship programme is going from strength to strength, with all five students currently involved in the programme set to qualify as Microsoft Certified Professionals (MCPs).
As a regular attendee and contributor to the Microsoft SQL Server User Group, Ascent Technology was proud to sponsor the latest meeting, while also providing some useful tips to other group members.
Ascent Technology has been nominated amongst the five finalists for the Data Management Solutions Competency Award in the Microsoft Partner of the Year awards. The winners will be announced at Microsoft’s Partner Summit 2009, which will take place in Durban in August 2009.
As of 1st April 2009, Ascent Technology’s latest internship programme began, with a further five new interns brought on board. The programme is a Microsoft – focused one, which will see these students trained to be database administrators, under the watchful eye of Ascent’s Abdulla Peck.
Ascent Technology recently expanded its Account Management team.
Ascent Technology were recently nominated as finalist in Data Management and Customer Experience categories at the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards