Season’s Greetings from the Ascent Technology Team
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VENDOR RELATIONSHIPS
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
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...
Ascent helps migrate Compatible Automotive to Azure
Microsoft Azure Data Platform Services not only boosts the company’s DR facilities, it also helps them deliver value-added services and innovative strategic solutions to its customers. In a digitising world, it comes as no surprise to learn that Compatible Automotive...
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...
From the Desk of the MD
From the Desk of the MD – May 2013
Welcome to this winter edition of our newsletter. As we start to break out the warm blankets and clothing and face up to the changing seasons, it is nice to know that some things remain constant. We are, of course, talking about Ascent’s continued focus on keeping you informed of the latest developments in the Enterprise Database Management space.
From the Desk of the MD – December 2012
Welcome to the final Ascent newsletter of the calendar year. The past 12 months have been particularly busy for us, as we welcomed on board a good number of new clients, the majority of whom are running Microsoft and Oracle platforms.
From the Desk of the MD – July 2012
Welcome to our second, somewhat belated newsletter for the year. The good news is that the reason this newsletter is overdue is because Ascent has been so busy in the past few months, servicing not only all our existing clients, but also the new ones we have recently brought on board, that we have barely had time to breathe.
From the Desk of the MD – February 2012
Welcome to our first newsletter of 2012. With the New Year already well under way, we trust you are excited about the possibilities that the rest of the year holds. Ascent Technology is certainly looking ahead to an interesting next few months, as we continue to develop our relationships with you all, building on what was a strong 2011 with an even more successful 2012.
From the Desk of the MD – September 2011
Welcome to Ascent Technology’s third newsletter for 2011. As we move towards October, things are warming up in more ways than one. It is interesting to note that with summer having finally arrived, Ascent’s people find themselves spending more time indoors than outdoors, as we work overtime to deliver to our customers’ needs.
From the Desk of the MD – June 2011
Welcome to the latest edition of our newsletter. As we reach the end of our first quarter, we can reflect that the past three months have been challenging, both for us as Ascent and for our customers. This sentiment is mirrored by the latest South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry Business Confidence Index.
From the Desk of the MD – March 2011
Welcome to the first Ascent newsletter for 2011. As we reach our financial year end, and close what has been a successful year for Ascent, we are never the less reminded of the many challenges both we and our customers face. Notable amongst these are the issues that can have a particular impact on an organisation’s financials, such as security and compliance
From the Desk of the MD – December 2010
Welcome to the final Ascent newsletter for 2010. As everyone gets fully into the holiday mood of the Festive Season, we feel that the end of year presents the perfect time to reflect on the recent past and consider the future year.
From the Desk of the MD – September 2010
Welcome to the latest Ascent newsletter. We have reached the half year mark for our organisation and it has been truly fantastic. Business has continued to improve and we believe we are only going to get stronger throughout the rest of the year.
From the Desk of the MD – May 2010
Welcome to our first newsletter for the new Ascent financial year. While the recent past has been challenging for all of us, we at Ascent believe that the corner has well and truly been turned. With that conviction comes an invigorated anticipation of the new challenges which lie ahead.