Azure SQL

Azure SQL is essentially the cloud based version of SQL Server. It is hosted in the Microsoft Azure cloud as opposed to on-site/self-managed which can make it a viable solution for some organisations and not for others. Here we look at what Azure SQL Database has to offer it's users.

What is Azure SQL?

Azure SQL Database is a tool that is suitable for organisations currently using cloud computing services, or companies who are planning to use cloud computing services in the future for their database management.

What does Azure SQL offer?

Who might use Azure SQL?

Azure SQL Database is used by a wide variety of organisations who are using cloud based computing services. As with SQL Server, it can be beneficial for various industries and company sizes depending on their specific requirements. Here are some use cases - 

Best Projects for Azure SQL

Most businesses could likely find some benefit in using Azure SQL as their primary database solution. Those looking to reduce costs, those seeking to scale with ease and those simply looking to modernise their infrastructure. But, general advantages aside, Azure SQL is particularly well suited to certain types of projects. Let's take a look at what they are - 

Cloud Based Web & Mobile Applications

First and foremost, Azure SQL is a rock solid choice for applications with global user bases or unpredictable traffic patterns. Through it's automatic scaling, built in redundancy and secure data access, modern apps are able to perform reliably and consistently anywhere in the world.

Data Driven APIs

For companies that have APIs at the core of their service offering, a dependable, low latency database is absolutely crucial. Azure SQL is perfect for storing and serving structured data efficiently to web apps, mobile clients and third party integrations.

Disaster Recovery and Hybrid Solutions

Azure SQL plays a key role not only in fully cloud based environment but also in hybrid cloud strategies. It can serve as a backup or failover environment for on prem SQL Servers which allows businesses to build resilience without duplicating their infrastructure costs.

Customer Portals

With 24/7 uptime, high transaction reliability and compliance features, Azure SQL is an excellent backend for web based customer portals where users manage their data, make purchases or need to access services at any time of day.

Reporting and BI projects

Thanks to it's integration capabilities with Power BI and Excel, Azure SQL is a great fit for projects involving data analytics, dashboards and automated reporting.

How can we help?

At Cool Code Company, we’ve worked with a wide range of clients to plan, deploy and optimise their database solutions in the cloud - Azure SQL Database being one of the most popular.

Our Nottingham based developers can assess your current setup, understand your specific requirements and advise on the most effective service tier, performance level and cost model. We can also help in migrating your existing SQL Server databases to Azure to give them a new lease of life and give your business access to new features and functionality. Come and have a chat with our friendly team today!

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