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From Complexity to Clarity – Why Microsoft Fabric Matters Now

From Complexity to Clarity – Why Microsoft Fabric Matters Now

Discover why Microsoft Fabric is central to Microsoft’s Data & AI strategy, and how Ascent Technology helps organisations unify data, simplify operations, and achieve AI-driven success. Key Takeways Microsoft Fabric unifies data on a single platform, eliminating silos...

Building the Microsoft Cloud Foundation for AI Success

Discover how Ascent Technology’s Modernise–Optimise–Protect framework, powered by Microsoft Fabric, OneLake, and Copilot, builds secure, AI-ready platforms that unlock business value. Key Takeways AI success starts with a modern, unified foundation – Microsoft Fabric...

Transitioning from Microsoft EA to CSP

Explore why Microsoft is moving Enterprise Agreement (EA) clients to the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) model, and how Ascent Technology ensures a smooth, strategic transition. Key Takeaways Microsoft is shifting Enterprise Agreement (EA) customers toward the...

CAMPAIGNS

Azure by Credit Card vs CSP: Why Finance & IT Prefer CSP

Azure by Credit Card vs CSP: Why Finance & IT Prefer CSP

Still paying Microsoft for Azure by credit card? Discover why finance and IT leaders prefer the CSP model for predictable billing, built-in partner support, cost optimisation, and long-term value. Key Takeways Credit card billing creates risk - Failed or expired...

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....

NEWSFLASHES

CLIENT CASE STUDIES

DB Administration, Security and Compliance for First Distribution

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

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...

22 Years of Absolute Data Excellence

22 Years of Absolute Data Excellence

With the advent of 2025, Ascent Technology has been in the business of Enterprise Data Platform Services for 22 years.

As we celebrate this achievement, we would like to send a big thank you to our clients, people and business partners, as well as everyone who has crossed our path and played a role in our success over this period.

We have always approached the concept of Enterprise Data Platform Management from a somewhat different tack, and would therefore like to thank our clients for allowing us to apply what was, at the time, an unproven business model to help them overcome their Data Management challenges.

Over the past 22 years this model of Co/Outsourcing Data Platform Management and Consulting Services has certainly matured and those clients who have trusted us and walked this road with us have clearly seen the value-add this model can offer.

We are grateful to our clients for entrusting us with one of their most important company assets – their data – and we are looking forward to continue providing Absolute Data Excellence.