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Every SQL Server deadline buys the same thing: a project that delivers nothing new. There is a version of that project you only ever run once.Key Takeaways The standstill project - Much of what passes for modernisation is a project that delivers nothing new: months of...
For three end-of-support cycles, Microsoft made waiting free. This time it did not – and that, not the deadline, is the story.Key Takeaways The subsidy on waiting has been withdrawn - for three end-of-support cycles Microsoft made deferral effectively free on Azure,...
Copilot is ready the day you switch it on. Whether it delivers depends on something Microsoft cannot ship you: a governed data estate underneath it.Key Takeaways Adoption is outrunning readiness - enterprise Copilot rollouts are accelerating, but what varies from one...
Every SQL Server deadline buys the same thing: a project that delivers nothing new. There is a version of that project you only ever run once.Key Takeaways The standstill project - Much of what passes for modernisation is a project that delivers nothing new: months of...
For three end-of-support cycles, Microsoft made waiting free. This time it did not – and that, not the deadline, is the story.Key Takeaways The subsidy on waiting has been withdrawn - for three end-of-support cycles Microsoft made deferral effectively free on Azure,...
Copilot is ready the day you switch it on. Whether it delivers depends on something Microsoft cannot ship you: a governed data estate underneath it.Key Takeaways Adoption is outrunning readiness - enterprise Copilot rollouts are accelerating, but what varies from one...
Enterprise AI has moved from pilots to full-workforce rollouts - and the question few are asking is whether their data is governed enough to let an AI read it.Key Takeaways Speed is the wrong question - enterprise AI has jumped to full-workforce Copilot rollouts and...
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...
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.We've...
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...
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...
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.We've...
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...
On July 9, 2019, support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. 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...
Extended support for SQL Server 2016 ended on 14 July 2026. Without ESUs there are no more security updates – and this cycle, Microsoft has repriced the exit routes.The facts On 14 July 2026, SQL Server 2016 reached end of support. Mainstream support ended in July...
As the year draws to a close, we would like to express our appreciation to our clients, partners, and colleagues for the trust and collaboration that have defined the year. We wish you and your teams a restful festive season and a successful year ahead, and we look...
Microsoft SQL Server 2025 marks an important shift in how organisations modernise, optimise, and protect their data platforms. As data estates become more hybrid, more intelligent, and more tightly governed, SQL Server 2025 is no longer just another upgrade cycle. It...
Extended support for SQL Server 2016 ended on 14 July 2026. Without ESUs there are no more security updates – and this cycle, Microsoft has repriced the exit routes.The facts On 14 July 2026, SQL Server 2016 reached end of support. Mainstream support ended in July...
As the year draws to a close, we would like to express our appreciation to our clients, partners, and colleagues for the trust and collaboration that have defined the year. We wish you and your teams a restful festive season and a successful year ahead, and we look...
Standardised pricing will replace Microsoft’s long-standing tiered discount model - prompting many organisations to review the CSP programme for its cost savings, licensing flexibility, and simplified management.Microsoft Tiered EA/MPSA Pricing Ends Microsoft will...
As we wrap up the year, we’d like to extend our sincere thanks to our clients, colleagues, and partners for your continued trust and support. We hope the festive season brings you the chance to slow down, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends. Warm wishes...
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...
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...
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...
First Distribution’s Database Administration, Security and Compliance needs lead it to trusted advisor, Ascent Technology.
When Bidfood SA chose to modernise and migrate its data platform to Microsoft Azure, it turned to Ascent Technology for help.
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.
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.
Ascent Technology assists Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) with modernising its Windows Server and SQL Server, Azure Based Data Platform Architecture, ensuring Agility and Flexibility to cater for the company’s increased workloads.
By managing, securing, upgrading and ensuring best practices within the Data Platform Environment, Ascent delivers significant value to mining company.
An extensive Data Platform upgrade creates a fully virtualised, highly available and cloud ready environment to serve as a platform for Digital Transformation
Longstanding partnership delivers value across a wide range of Managed Database and BI, Consulting and Support Services.
Primedia Broadcasting outsources Database Administration and Consulting Services to Expert Database Infrastructure Company Ascent Technology.
Tracker Outsources Microsoft and Oracle Database Management and Consulting to Specialist Database Infrastructure Company Ascent Technology.
RTT becomes the first SA logistics company to migrate to Microsoft SQL Server 2014.
EnviroServ co-sources Database Administration and Consulting to Specialist Database Infrastructure company Ascent Technology.
SA Home Loans turns to specialist Enterprise Database Management company Ascent Technology for Database Management and Consulting Services.
Peermont Hotels, Casinos and Resorts outsources Database Administration and Consulting to specialist Database Company Ascent Technology.
Having gained market share very quickly when it first launched, BetterBond, South Africa’s biggest bond originator, has grown to be the market leader in the home loan arena.