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Building the Microsoft Cloud Foundation for AI Success

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...

Selecting the Right Microsoft CSP for Your Business

Ascent Technology is both a Direct and Indirect Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) - here’s what to look for in the right CSP partner to modernise, optimise, and scale your Azure Data Platform. Key Takeaways A Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) delivers more...

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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....

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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...

Migrate Oracle, DB2 or Sybase to SQL Server

Migrate from Oracle, IBM DB2 or SAP Sybase ASE to SQL Server with free licenses

01 Feb 2017
Move your Oracle, IBM DB2 or SAP Sybase ASE databases to SQL Server and receive the necessary licenses of SQL Server – free with software assurance*. Take advantage of this offer and get the one data solution that has everything you need built in.

Break free from expensive data solutions with mysterious, frustrating pricing plans and surprise add-ons. With SQL Server, you get breakthrough in-memory performance across all workloads, mission critical high availability, and business intelligence and advanced analytics tools – all in one package.

Why a SQL Server migration?

Trust an industry leader

Get reliable performance from a Gartner-recognised leader in database and analytics.

Achieve higher performance

Handle demanding workloads with mission-critical availability and leading TPC-H benchmarks.

Lower your TCO

Eliminate frustrating pricing plans and surprise add-ons at 1/12 the cost of Oracle.

Choose your platform

Build and deploy on-premises, in the cloud, or both with a consistent platform from Microsoft.

*Software Assurance subscription required. Some restrictions may apply. Limited time offer – free training and subsidised deployment services available until June 30 2017.

 

SQL Sever 2005 Support Ends Migrate to Microsoft SQL Server

Are you ready to migrate your Oracle, IBM DB2 or SAP Sybase ASE databases to SQL Server and receive the required free equivalent licenses of SQL Server*

Then we encourage you to Contact Us, and we will assist you on your journey to discover the value Migrating to Microsoft SQL Server can add to your organisation.

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