Season’s Greetings from the Ascent Technology Team
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VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS
FROM THE DESK OF THE MD
Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends – Explore the CSP Advantage
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
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...
Why Database Auditing Is No Longer Optional
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...
CAMPAIGNS
Prepare for SQL Server 2014 End of Support
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
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
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...
NEWSFLASHES
Ascent Technology’s clients benefit from Data Platform Modernisation
Facing platform ‘end of life’ issues together with increasing pressures to digitise processes, increase profitability and innovate on product and service, organisations are finding Data Platform Modernisation projects can deliver significant value by enabling IT cost...
CLIENT CASE STUDIES
DB Administration, Security and Compliance for First Distribution
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
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
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
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...
Ascent Technology’s clients benefit from Database Administration Outsourcing
10 May 2024
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.
The active monitoring, preventative maintenance and management ensures optimal performance. This can include application specific tasks and/or database batch jobs. Proposed on a fixed monthly cost, this service is implemented on a remote and on-site basis to ensure a reliable, robust and optimally performing database environment.
Ascent Technology fosters a heterogeneous database technology strategy. Our specialised database skills enable us to service and support complex mixed technology environments – including Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, EnterpriseDB and Amazon RDS.
Examples of such engagements can be seen here:
First Distribution
First Distribution’s Database Administration, Security and Compliance needs lead it to trusted advisor, Ascent Technology.
“Their active Database Management and Maintenance ensures continuous optimal performance and is implemented on a remote and on-site basis to ensure a reliable, robust and optimally performing Data Platform Environment.”
Tracker
Tracker Outsources Microsoft and Oracle Database Management and Consulting to Specialist Database Infrastructure Company Ascent Technology.
“Everything we do occurs in real time, meaning we simply cannot countenance any form of delay. For example, just a one minute delay in data delivery during peak times could impact up to 70 000 positions, indicating just how vital it is for Tracker to ensure maximum uptime and performance of its database environment.” – Technical Director at Tracker
Insure Group Managers
Longstanding partnership delivers value across a wide range of Managed Database and BI, Consulting and Support Services.
“We initially acquired Ascent Technology’s services to manage our Oracle database environment, which is core to our finance system, managing as it does both premium finance and broker acquisition finance. This is obviously one of their core competencies and Ascent has provided us with the required skills and experience needed to manage the Oracle database environment for around 20 years now.”
Insure Group Managers Case Study