IT Contracting Services
Microsoft Data Platform - Microsoft SQL Server / Azure SQL Server / Azure SQL Managed Instances
In our modern world data is essential to operations and decision making. Many organisations utilise Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Databases to manage their data whether that be for supporting line of business applications, data warehousing, or business intelligence (BI) solutions.
The skills to support such intricate and bespoke requirements however may not be sufficiently covered either in house or by a Managed Service Provider (MSP). I can provide a comprehensive service for Microsoft SQL Server and also Azure SQL Databases including:
- Microsoft SQL Server Installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades – whether for new installations or upgrades I can assist with deploying secure and performant SQL Server instances with high availability technologies such as AlwaysOn.
- Troubleshooting and disaster recovery – even if the worst happens I can assist getting your organisation back working whilst minimising data loss and downtime.
- Development and design – for dashboards, reports, and views I can help you understand your data by designing and writing T-SQL based queries to support such requirements. Have a query that needs some performance optimisation? I can make that work faster once again.
- Acting as your liaison – let us assist with channel partners, software authors, and other consultants on your upcoming implementation or upgrade projects where there is a need for an SQL Server instance. I can work with your chosen team to help deliver projects on time and under budget.
For assistance with Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL Databases contact me today to discuss your organisation’s requirements. Let’s start with a free 15-minute consultation to establish your needs.
Green IT Solutions
In addition to the software aspects of your organisation I also offer services to help ensure that your devices are running at peak performance whilst supporting your organisation’s environmental policies. Services include:
- Repairs, upgrades, and reworks for Laptop, Desktops, and Servers - Not only more economical but also lessens the impact for the environment.
- Reloading, patching, and troubleshooting the Operating System - get you back working quickly and securely.
- Prolonging the useful life of your device - perhaps through a change to a GNU/Linux based OS, changing obsolete parts, or preparing for donation to other causes.
- Advising on replacement devices when your PC or Laptop lifecycle has come to a useful end.
For help keeping your organisation’s hardware running in an environmentally friendly way get in touch with me today for further information.
Specialist Technologies for Private Cloud
Cloud computing has enabled organisations to manage and scale their IT resources to suit their needs. Although many have chosen to use a hyperscaler to provide cloud solutions this doesn’t necessarily meet the requirements of all organisations. Whether this is for privacy, environmental, data sovereignty, or other ethical concerns I can provide a number of services:
- On-prem, off-prem solutions - including working with co-location providers or your own in-house data centre.
- Deploying Ubuntu Linux based devices to your organisation such as Ubuntu server and desktop environments as an alternative to Windows based solutions.
- Implementing secure infrastructure technologies - such as MikroTik networks, Proxmox virtualisation infrastructure, and much more besides.
- Even just a discussion on the current state of technology trends, concerns or impact. I’m always listening and learning.
My specialist technologies for private cloud services begin with a free 15-minute conversation to help you get started. For assistance throughout your organisation please contact me to discuss further.
IT Contracting Services
When your in-house IT team needs assistance I can also help out with your Windows Server, Windows Desktop, and Azure needs. By utilising our contracting services I can bring my skillset to assist your team to provide extra help when it matters the most:
- Database Administrator (DBA) - comprehensive services for Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Databases to support your line of business applications.
- Windows Server - Installation, configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and upgrades for initial deployments, servicing, disaster recovery, and ongoing maintenance of live installations of Windows Server.
- Azure Virtual Machines - for migrating existing workloads or providing an extension to your private cloud.
Please get in touch today and let’s discuss your requirements further.
Here to Help
I offer a free, no-obligation 15-minute initial consultation service so that we can discuss your requirements, find out more about how your organisation works, and most importantly meet the people who make things happen. I like to know these things so that I can be sure I’m offering my best service.
My services are available on your terms: I can offer your organisation a bank of hours, contract with you for a specific time, or create a solution bespoke to your requirements. My services are principally delivered remotely via secure connection technologies but I also offer on-site assistance where best suited. My personal office is based in West Yorkshire in the UK but I connect and travel all across the nation.
I have a comprehensive set of skills and expertise to offer for all kinds of organisations whatever challenges you may be facing so please don’t hesitate to get in touch for further information and advice.