Microsoft EA and MPSA Online Services are moving to standardised pricing. This change could impact costs and make CSP a better option for flexibility and value.
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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...
NEWSFLASHES
Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends – Explore the CSP Advantage
Standardised pricing will replace Microsoft’s long-standing tiered discount model - prompting many organisations to review the CSP programme for its cost savings, licensing flexibility, and simplified management. Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends Microsoft will...
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...
FROM THE DESK OF THE MD
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...
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Prepare for SQL Server 2014 End of Support
On July 9, 2024, support for SQL Server 2014 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don’t let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected.
Database System Health Check Service from Ascent Technology
A Database System Health Check assesses if your Database is running optimally, and can help diagnose challenges before performance issues, and/or down time affect your users.
Database Security and Compliance with DB Shield
Proposed as a fixed monthly cost, this 24/7 service protects Databases on your network with a set of preconfigured defences, and helps you build a custom security policy for your Database Environment.
Database Administration and Support Service from Ascent Technology
Proposed as a fixed monthly cost, this 24/7 service is implemented on a remote basis, to ensure a reliable, robust and optimally performing Database Environment.
Prepare for SQL Server 2012 End of Support
On July 12, 2022, support for SQL Server 2012 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don’t let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected.
Prepare for Windows Server 2012 End of Support
On October 10, 2023, support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don’t let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected.
Migrate your SQL Server(s) to Azure with Ascent Technology
Bring scalability, flexibility, security, and performance to your SQL Server Database workloads, while reducing the cost of infrastructure, maintenance and support when you deploy on Azure.
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.
Run your MySQL, MariaDB or PostgreSQL Database in Azure
Bring scalability, flexibility, security, and performance to your Open Source Database workloads, while reducing the cost of infrastructure, maintenance and support when you deploy on Azure.
Prepare for SQL Server 2008 End of Support
On July 9, 2019, support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don’t let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected.
Prepare for Windows Server 2008 End of Support
On January 14, 2020, support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates.
Free one month Database Security and Compliance with DB Shield, Trial
Why not take advantage of our “Try and Buy” offer, which gives you an active demo in your environment for a period of 30 days. If you like it, you keep it. If you do not like it, we take it out with no impact to your business.
Run SQL Server 2017 on your favourite platform with Ascent Technology
It’s all about choice. Now, you can get SQL Server 2017’s industry-leading performance and security on Windows, Linux, and Docker containers.
Business Intelligence Solutions with SQL Server 2016
Realise your data’s potential, upgrade to SQL Server 2016 to bring new built-in capabilities to your database-from analytics to data warehousing.
Hybrid Cloud Storage for the Enterprise with Azure StorSimple
Azure StorSimple addresses massive data growth, empowering you to take advantage of economical cloud storage for your inactive data, while keeping your mission-critical data on-premises for the highest levels of performance.