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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...
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...
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...
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.
Some database workloads like SQL Server or Oracle require high memory, storage, and I/O bandwidth, but not a high core count. Many database workloads are not CPU-intensive. Azure offers certain VM sizes where you can constrain the VM vCPU count to reduce the cost of software licensing, while maintaining the same memory, storage, and I/O bandwidth.
Three reasons why you will love moving your Oracle Database to Azure
1. Reduce yearly Oracle Licensing Spend through CPU Core and Infrastructure Optimisation
Provide the availability, security, and performance your enterprise workloads require at a fraction of the cost of running on-premises. Azure constrained-core virtual machines are optimized for Oracle workloads to help you lower your Oracle licensing costs.
2. Trust your existing Oracle workloads to an enterprise-ready cloud
Use your existing licenses to run Oracle software on Azure and receive best-in-class, end-to-end support from Microsoft and Oracle. Rely on the cloud platform built for enterprises to ensure that your Oracle workloads achieve the scalability, flexibility, and compliance your business requires.
3. Deliver the highest levels of Performance and Scalability
Upgrade to a modern infrastructure with virtual machines and high-performance, SSD-based premium storage. By providing flexibility in the size and performance of storage and compute resources, Azure helps you ensure that your Oracle applications will scale to meet business demands.
How do I engage with Ascent?
Contact Us today, and let us assist you in lifting and shifting your Oracle Database to Azure.