Microsoft SQL Server & Azure Database Services
Maximize your Microsoft SQL Server performance and Azure cloud potential with Fortified Data’s comprehensive database management and consulting services. Our Microsoft-certified professionals deliver enterprise-grade solutions that optimize perfor
Why Choose Fortified Data for Microsoft Services?
Fortified Data combines deep SQL Server expertise with cutting-edge Azure cloud capabilities. Our team maintains current Microsoft certifications and has successfully managed SQL Server environments ranging from small business databases to enterprise data warehouses processing petabytes of information daily.
Comprehensive Microsoft Database Services
SQL Server Management Services
- 24/7 SQL Server Monitoring: Comprehensive monitoring with proactive alerting for performance, security, and availability issues
- Performance Tuning: Advanced query optimization, index strategies, and server configuration for maximum throughput
- High Availability Solutions: Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, and database mirroring implementations
- Security Hardening: Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted, and advanced security feature implementation
- Backup & Recovery: Automated backup strategies with point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery planning
Azure Database Services
- Azure SQL Database Management: Fully managed SQL database service optimization and administration
- Azure SQL Managed Instance: Hybrid cloud solutions with near 100% SQL Server compatibility
- Azure Synapse Analytics: Enterprise data warehouse and big data analytics platform management
- Azure Database Migration: Seamless migration from on-premises SQL Server to Azure with minimal downtime
- Cosmos DB Solutions: Globally distributed NoSQL database services for modern applications
Microsoft Consulting Services
- Database Architecture Design: Strategic planning for scalable SQL Server and Azure implementations
- Cloud Migration Strategy: Comprehensive Azure adoption planning with ROI analysis and risk mitigation
- Capacity Planning: Growth analysis and infrastructure scaling recommendations for Microsoft environments
- Performance Assessments: Deep-dive SQL Server health checks with actionable optimization strategies
- Training & Certification: Microsoft SQL Server and Azure training programs for your technical team
Specialized Microsoft Solutions
Hybrid Cloud Architecture
- Azure Arc Integration: Unified management across on-premises, multi-cloud, and edge environments
- Azure Stack Solutions: Consistent Azure services in your data center
- Hybrid Data Sync: Real-time synchronization between on-premises and Azure databases
- Site Recovery Planning: Automated disaster recovery with Azure Site Recovery
Business Intelligence & Analytics
- SQL Server Analysis Services: Multidimensional and tabular model optimization
- SQL Server Reporting Services: Enterprise reporting solutions with mobile and cloud integration
- Azure Data Factory: ETL/ELT pipeline design and management for data integration
- Power BI Integration: Advanced analytics and visualization with SQL Server data sources
DevOps & Automation
- Azure DevOps Integration: CI/CD pipeline implementation for database deployments
- Infrastructure as Code: ARM templates and Bicep implementations for repeatable deployments
- Automated Deployment: Database schema and data deployment automation
- Container Solutions: SQL Server on Kubernetes and Azure Container Instances
Industries We Serve
Financial Services
- Regulatory Compliance: SOX, Basel III, and industry-specific compliance implementations
- Real-Time Analytics: High-frequency trading and risk management systems
- Data Governance: Master data management and data quality solutions
Healthcare
- HIPAA Compliance: Secure patient data management with Microsoft technologies
- Electronic Health Records: SQL Server-based EHR system optimization
- Clinical Analytics: Healthcare data warehousing and population health analytics
Government & Education
- ERP Integration: Dynamics 365 and SAP integration with SQL Server backends
- Supply Chain Analytics: Real-time inventory and logistics data processing
- IoT Data Management: Industrial IoT data ingestion and analytics with Azure
Manufacturing
- Citizen Services: Secure, scalable database solutions for public sector applications
- Student Information Systems: Educational data management with Microsoft technologies
- Research Computing: High-performance computing solutions for academic research
The Fortified Data AWS Advantage
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SQL Server Versions We Support
- SQL Server 2022: Latest features including cloud connectivity and intelligent performance
- SQL Server 2019: Big Data Clusters and Linux support implementations
- SQL Server 2017: Cross-platform deployments and advanced analytics integration
- Legacy Versions: Migration and modernization from SQL Server 2008/2012/2014/2016
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Azure Services We Master
- Azure SQL Family: Database, Managed Instance, and Synapse Analytics optimization
- Azure Data Services: Data Factory, Databricks, and Analysis Services management
- Azure Compute: Virtual Machines, App Services, and Kubernetes Service for database workloads
- Azure Security: Key Vault, Security Center, and Sentinel integration for database protection
Success Stories
Fortune 500 Retailer: Migrated 50TB SQL Server data warehouse to Azure Synapse Analytics, achieving 10x query performance improvement and 60% cost reduction while maintaining 99.99% uptime.
Healthcare System: Implemented Always On Availability Groups across three data centers, ensuring continuous availability for critical patient care systems serving over 500,000 patients.
Financial Services Firm: Deployed Azure SQL Managed Instance for trading applications, reducing latency by 75% while maintaining full SQL Server compatibility and regulatory compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can you help us migrate from Oracle to SQL Server?
A: Yes, we specialize in heterogeneous database migrations and have successfully migrated numerous Oracle environments to SQL Server with full application compatibility.
Q: What’s the difference between Azure SQL Database and SQL Managed Instance?
A: SQL Database is a fully managed PaaS service ideal for new applications, while Managed Instance provides near 100% SQL Server compatibility for lift-and-shift migrations.
Q: How do you handle SQL Server licensing in Azure?
A: We help optimize licensing costs through Azure Hybrid Benefit, reserved capacity planning, and right-sizing strategies that can reduce costs by 40-80%.
Q: Can you support Always On Availability Groups?
A: Absolutely. We’re experts in implementing and managing Always On configurations for high availability and disaster recovery across multiple data centers.
Q: Do you provide SQL Server training?
A: Yes, we offer comprehensive training programs covering database administration, performance tuning, Azure migration, and best practices tailored to your team’s needs.
Get Started with Microsoft Services Today
Transform your Microsoft database infrastructure with expert guidance from Fortified Data. Our Microsoft specialists will evaluate your current environment and design a strategy that maximizes performance, security, and cost-effectiveness.