Future-Proofing Your Database: On-Premises Strategies for SQL Server End of Life As Microsoft phases out support for older versions of SQL Server, businesses worldwide are encountering a critical crossroads in their data management strategies. Faced with SQL Server end of life scenarios, the decision to either upgrade to the latest on-premises version, SQL Server 2022,…
The Shift to Cloud-Based Flexibility With the end of support for older versions of SQL Server, such as SQL Server 2012, organizations face the critical task of ensuring their database systems remain secure, efficient, and up-to-date. One of the most viable solutions is migrating your workload to an Azure Virtual Machine (VM) running SQL Server.…
Embracing the Future with Azure SQL Managed Instance: A Migration Guide The Paradigm Shift in Database Management The imminent end of support for SQL Server 2014 compels organizations to consider modernizing their database infrastructure. Azure SQL Managed Instance emerges as a compelling choice for those seeking to leverage cloud advantages while retaining familiar SQL Server…
SQL Server End of Life: The Inevitable End of an Era Coming July 9, 2024 Microsoft’s SQL Server 2014, a cornerstone for many database management systems, is approaching its end of life on July 9, 2024. This pivotal moment marks the end of extended support for this version, signaling a crucial juncture for organizations relying…
Microsoft Dynamics NAV–formerly Navision–has been in the ERP game since the early 1980s. Dynamics NAV began as a suite of accounting tools, originally developed by a Danish company and acquired by Microsoft in 2002. After two decades and countless upgrades, NAV is a flexible system that can adapt to a variety of industries and use…
Broadcom completed its VMware acquisition in November but wasted no time rocking the boat. The company recently announced sweeping changes to its partner program, effectively excommunicating thousands of cloud service providers, distributors, resellers, and other solution providers (and their customers). A newly minted invitation-only partner program (details of which remain a mystery) is expected to…
Modernizing ERP systems is essential for helping orgs keep pace with ever-evolving tech, customer demands, and industry standards. More than that, it actively drives innovation and business growth at every level. Below, we take a closer look at some of the key growth and innovation benefits this underlying technology can provide: Use Data and AI…
Even if you believe your on-premises solution works “just fine,” it could be holding you back. Upgrading to D365 unlocks a long list of benefits you won’t get from your on-prem solution. We’re talking real-time data, predictive insights, plus cost-savings and an easier way to manage end-to-end operations. Whether it’s making remote work nearly impossible,…
Microsoft Dynamics SL has served project and service-based SMBs for 40+ years. In a lot of ways, it’s still a solid product–made to address the unique challenges consulting firms, construction companies, and professional service orgs face day-to-day. Inside, you’ll find a suite of modules for things like project accounting, supply chain management, and complex financials.…
For businesses using Microsoft Dynamics GP, the conversation around modernization and cloud migration is becoming more urgent. With Microsoft’s recent announcements on GP’s end of life and the shift towards Dynamics 365 Business Central (D365 BC), many organizations are evaluating their options. While GP has been a reliable on-premises ERP system, its limitations in scalability,…
