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Scalability and Growth: The Role of Expert Database Management
Database Managed Services

With so many operational tasks needing to be done day to day when operating a successful business, it can become an overwhelming task to keep your most integral asset managed – your data. The ability to scale seamlessly while maintaining performance, security, and availability is a competitive advantage. With database management that competitive advantage can […]

The Importance of Preparing for an Interview: Setting Yourself Up for Success
Thought Leadership

Let’s face it, interviews can be nerve-wracking. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, preparing for an interview is crucial. Think of it like preparing for a first date—you wouldn’t just show up without knowing anything about the person, right? Similarly, diving into an interview without proper preparation can lead to a lot […]

Healing Through Innovation: Final Steps in SQL Server to RDS Migration
Client Success Stories, Database Consulting

In my last post, I shared a big win in the medical field: we successfully migrated a client’s SQL Server environment from Amazon EC2 to Amazon RDS Custom. This was no small feat — we moved over 600 databases, tackling some serious technical challenges along the way. While we initially considered using AWS Database Migration […]

Mastering the Three Leadership Styles
Thought Leadership

Leadership: it’s like juggling. Some days, you’re nailing every move, and other days, you’re just dodging the flaming pins you accidentally set on fire. Great leaders don’t just know how to juggle – they know when to pick up the right tools. That’s where understanding the 3 leadership styles (or should I say, common leadership […]

Saving client $800,000 during migration to Amazon RDS: Part 2
Database Consulting, Technical

B In our previous post, we shared an exciting success story about migrating a client’s SQL Server environment from Amazon EC2 to Amazon RDS. Migrating over 600 databases presented a significant challenge, and while AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) was initially considered, technical roadblocks led us to take a different approach. By leveraging a backup/restore […]

Why Curiosity, Innovation, and Strategic Partnerships Are the Cornerstones of Business Intelligence Success
Business Intelligence, Database Consulting

In today’s hyper-competitive and data-rich world, business intelligence (BI) has emerged as a vital tool for organizations to unlock growth, efficiency, and resilience. The ability to transform raw data into actionable insights depends on more than just technology—it requires the right mindset and strategic collaboration. Two key human traits—curiosity and innovation—serve as the foundation for […]

Demystifying Data Governance: Practical Information for Technical Teams
Database Consulting, Technical

Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of robust data governance to ensure data quality, security, and usability throughout its lifecycle. Despite its apparent simplicity, many organizations struggle to implement effective data governance strategies into their business processes. What is Data Governance? If you look up the term in Wikipedia, it states, “Data management principles that […]

A Big WIN in the Medical Field: Migrating SQL Server to Amazon RDS
Client Success Stories, Database Consulting, Migrate database

It’s always awesome when I get to share about successes that benefit our clients, and this one knocks it out of the park. This is the start of a multi-post series that dives into a recent success I had with one of our clients in the medical industry where we took steps for migrating SQL […]

Migrating Databases to the Cloud: Tools, Tips, and Best Practices
Database Consulting, Migrate database

The process of migrating databases to the cloud has become a critical step for organizations aiming to modernize their infrastructure. By moving data from traditional on-premises data centers to cloud-based systems, businesses can unlock benefits like scalability, cost efficiency, and improved performance. However, to ensure a smooth transition, having the right tools, a sound cloud […]

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