Getting More From SQL Server And Windows Server Workloads With Microsoft Azure

May 18, 2023, 05:19 PM EDT

Independent software vendors (ISVs) running SQL Server and Windows Server can reduce costs and generate more value by running their workloads on Microsoft Azure. That’s the bottom line of a recent report published by research firm IDC called The Business Value of Microsoft Azure for SQL Server and Windows Server Workloads. IDC’s research unearthed

IDC’s research unearthed more than a few compelling reasons to migrate SQL Server and Windows Server workloads to Azure. Among the most noteworthy are:

Optimized infrastructure costs through the provisioning of SQL Server and Windows Server workloads that align with actual business needs
Better security as IT infrastructure and security teams adopt more efficient methods. For example, ITOps can use the Azure platform to automate day-to-day activities like patching, updates, and capacity provisioning
Enhanced development activities that become more effective with flexible access to IT resources, new development approaches, and new tools for maintaining and leveraging data
A more reliable, high-performance infrastructure foundation that helps you lower costs and generate more value
Improved business results by achieving greater scalability, performance, timeliness, and innovation

The best migration is a smooth migration

Perusing IDC’s no-nonsense white paper is a great way to get the facts. But let’s say you decide to make some positive changes to your cloud architecture. How can you make a smooth migration and deploy your applications workloads on Azure without frustrating complications or costly downtime?

What you need is expert help from the pros. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Our virtual event Securely Migrate and Optimize with Azure digital event is on demand so you can tune in for valuable advice and techniques from an A-list panel of Microsoft Azure experts. You can catch the on-demand sessions through June 30.

The event will help you maximize value and achieve efficiency with Microsoft Azure. That means learning how to securely migrate, optimize, and modernize your infrastructure, apps, and data. And, of course, we’ll take some time to focus on optimizing migration for Windows Server and SQL Server workloads.

Help when you need it

There’s no way to guarantee your journey to SaaS will be smooth sailing 100 percent of the time. But we can ensure you’ll never have to go alone. Our number-one goal is to build and grow with you.

Ready to get moving? You can start right now by exploring all the knowledge, tools, and other free resources at Azure for ISVs. And while you’re there, take a moment to sign up for the ISV Success Program.