Optimize Your Cloud Spend with AI-Powered Insights As more and more of your business becomes vested in the cloud, you face the ongoing challenge of optimizing those cloud investments to minimize costs while driving. Microsoft Cost Management is a tool that provides critical insights into your workloads and spending within the Azure Portal subscription. It’s…
Are There Any VMware Alternatives? The Answer Is Yes. VMWare users everywhere are wondering where they stand after the recent Broadcom acquisition threatens to upset the partner relationship many companies rely on. We know you have questions about the best path forward, so we asked our cloud technology team to provide some answers. Here, they’ve…
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…
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…
Background An oil industry supplier relied on an on-premises Microsoft Exchange server for its communication needs. However, the company recognized the limitations of this setup in terms of flexibility, scalability, and security. To meet the evolving demands of the industry, they sought to leverage cloud technology to enhance communication capabilities, ensure business continuity, and adhere…
Background A renowned property management company known for its exceptional customer service and technological integration faced the challenge of hosting three separate Microsoft 365 tenants on GoDaddy. The limitations of the GoDaddy interface prevented the company from accessing the full range of features and functionality offered by Microsoft 365. Additionally, managing three tenants separately created…
Challenges like materials shortages, volatile economic conditions, and rising customer demand, have made it harder than ever for supply chain orgs to anticipate and meet demand. And — natural disasters, geopolitical turmoil, and other unexpected disruptions have only underscored the fragility of supply chains. Then there’s the fact that any disruption in one part of…
