Prepare for SQL Server 2008 end of support. This means not letting your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We’re here to help you rehost your SQL 2008 Server in Azure virtual machines or to re-platform to Azure SQL Server Database.
On July 9, 2019, support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. You can read more about it here.
Comparatively, Azure SQL is a clear destination choice. Especially when considering the platform’s lower running costs, greater integration capabilities, and ultimate flexibility. However, there are also significant technical reasons to migrate from Oracle to Azure SQL:
Our solution comprises a three-phased approach to data estate modernisation in the Azure cloud: Assess, Migration, and Optimise.
We evaluate a customer’s on-premises data estate, develop the plan and execute the migration to Azure IaaS and PaaS. Includes migrating data from end-of-life SQL2008 and on-premise PosgresSQL and MySQL to Azure.
A smooth transition requires expert knowledge and detailed planning. A gold Microsoft partner and data platform experts that are Microsoft certified professionals, Satalyst has all the expert knowledge you need. This together with the breadth and depth of industry experience, Satalyst can take the pain and stress out of your migration SQL Server 2008 on-premises to Azure. Using our proven methodology, tools, and Satalyst intellectual property, we create a plan of action and migrate your databases to Azure SQL or host in Azure virtual machines quickly and painlessly.
You will get first-class skills and delivery from Satalyst. Therefore you will be able to reap value sooner by moving to the best and most economical cloud destination for their SQL Server data.