Wild World of Data
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Each week, our experts share real-world insights, lessons learned (including the tough ones), discoveries, and bold perspectives. Here, we explore best practices, break down trends, and challenge assumptions.
Our goal? To help you understand better, decide smarter, and perform stronger with data.
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How to Optimize SQL Server Performance When You Can’t Touch Application Code
Enterprise and customer-facing applications, like ERPs, CRMs, and other packaged platforms, rarely slow down because of bugs in their own code. More often, performance issues stem from deeper within the…
Why SQL Server 2025 is a game changer for modern data platforms
Microsoft has just dropped a major update with SQL Server 2025, and it’s a big deal. This isn’t just an incremental version bump. It’s a major leap forward for anyone…
SQL Server: Why Cloud Doesn’t Automatically Mean Cheaper
“We moved to the cloud to save money… but now our SQL Server bill is higher than ever.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The promise of cloud computing…
Why Database Compression Can Improve Performance and Reduce Costs
How data compression works and when to implement it We’ve watched storage bills climb, and query times drag as data volumes balloon. When backup windows creep into business hours and…
Windows 10: the end is near. Are you ready for Windows 11?
On October 14, 2025, Windows 10 will no longer be supported Microsoft's timetable is unequivocal: as of October 14, 2025, Windows 10 will officially cease to be supported. This means…
Data Governance That Works: 5 Principles You Shouldn’t Skip
Most organizations including yours are data rich. They produce vast quantities of data from their day-to-day business operations and functions. This vast quantity of data has enormous potential. You can…
Microsoft Exchange Mailboxes: Online, Hybrid, or Local?
In North America today, a large number of organizations continue to rely on Microsoft Exchange as their core email platform. One of the reasons Exchange secured such a strong market…
Authentication and Authorization: Critical Layers of Access Security
Protecting digital assets begins with securing access to them. But access control is not a one-time configuration. It is a continuously evolving process, shaped by changes in infrastructure, threat models,…
The Modern DBA: Evolving to Stay Relevant
When I started in IT over 30 years ago, being a DBA was a very different job. You were the person creating tables and other database objects, designing schemas, writing…
How to Deal With Database Deadlocks: A Practical Guide for IT Leaders
If you’re responsible for IT operations, particularly databases, there’s a good chance you’ve faced the dreaded database deadlocks scenario: frustrated users, halted processes, and productivity grinding to a stop. Despite…
The NoSQL vs. SQL Debate: What Enterprises Need to Know
NoSQL databases have seen explosive growth over the past few years. They promise scalability, flexibility, and performance that’s ideal for today’s dynamic enterprise environments. But does that mean traditional relational…
Medallion Architecture: Unlocking Your Data’s Strategic Potential
You've probably heard plenty about Medallion Architecture especially if you've been exploring better ways to manage, structure, and extract value from your data. But if it still feels a bit…
How to Successfully Kickstart Your Microsoft Fabric Journey
Microsoft Fabric is currently one of the hottest topics among IT leaders. It promises an exciting leap forward a unified, cohesive platform that brings together data integration, data warehousing, business…
Beyond the Breach: Protect your Database Backups against Ransomware
The Growing Threat of Ransomware In today’s increasingly digital world, ransomware isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a formidable threat. With data being the lifeblood of every organization, protecting backup systems…
4 Critical Pitfalls to Avoid When Managing SQL Server Cumulative Updates
Today’s the digital landscape in evolving fast. Maintaining consistency across SQL Server environments isn’t just a best practice. It’s essential for ensuring reliability, performance, and security. As IT leaders, you…
