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...
Ascent Technology’s clients benefit from Database Administration Outsourcing
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....
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 – Microsoft Top Customer Adds Partner of the Year
26 Sep 2019
Ascent Technology receives the Microsoft Top Customer Adds Partner of the Year award.
Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year awards, having won the Microsoft Top Customer Adds Partner of the Year award.
Winner
- Top Customer Adds Partner of the Year
Finalist
- Data and Analytics Partner of the Year
- Top CSP Reseller of the Year
- IP Co-Sell Impact Partner of the Year
“Ascent Technology’s customer centric approach together with their Managed Service offering sets them apart from their competitors. Their key to success is their ability to incorporate several Microsoft programs and services to ultimately deliver unique value and differentiation to their customers.” – Microsoft South Africa
“It is always gratifying to be recognised by Microsoft as one of the leaders in the country,” says Ascent Technology MD, Johan Lamberts.
“To receive the Top Customer Adds Partner of the Year award, together with three further finalist nominations is both a most humbling and rewarding experience.”
“We are honoured that Microsoft has bestowed this award on us, and we are looking forward to continue building upon this success,” he concludes.
The winners were announced at the prestigious Microsoft Partner Network Awards 2019 gala dinner on Wednesday, 25 September 2019 in Johannesburg.
These awards are highly regarded by Microsoft, its partners and clients, as only those who have truly excelled in delivering Microsoft solutions over the previous year are nominated. Winning new customers, driving customer satisfaction, growing the business, innovation and enabling people are all factors taken into consideration by the judges.