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SQL Server insights from 25+ years in the field

Performance tips, security advisories, health check findings, and industry analysis. Practical, technically accurate, no fluff.

16 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

The Hidden Costs of Not Having a DBA

Failed backups, costly downtime and security vulnerabilities add up fast without a DBA. Find out what SQL Server neglect is really costing your business.

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2 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

SQL Server 2025 upgrade guide: what every business needs to know

SQL Server 2025 brings native AI, vector data support, and real performance gains. Here is what Australian businesses need to know before planning their upgrade.

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1 Sep 2025 · 6 min read

When You Need a SQL Server Migration (Not Just Another Upgrade Script)

A SQL Server migration is far more than running an upgrade script. Learn the ten scenarios where migration is genuinely necessary and how to do it without creating new problems.

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1 Apr 2025 · 5 min read

Why You Need Professional SQL Support for Your Business

Without professional SQL Server support, database problems go undetected until they cause outages. Learn what a dedicated DBA delivers that generalist IT staff cannot.

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15 May 2018 · 6 min read

Surround Yourself with Smart People

The most effective organisations know the limits of their own knowledge and bring in the right expertise at the right time. Here is why that matters for your database environment.

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14 May 2018 · 6 min read

When’s the Last Time you Serviced your SQL Servers?

Most SQL Server problems build quietly over months before anything breaks. Find out what regular maintenance covers and why your environment needs it.

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