SQL Server Consultancy

Here are the results you can expect from me :

I’m a one person consultancy. It’s just me ! So you’ll only ever deal with me and lines of communication won’t ever get confused.

You can buy my consultancy services from the ‘Buy Consultancy’ link at the top right of the page. You can buy anything from a single day to multiple ten-day blocks.

Before you commit to buying a consultancy or training day from me, you can arrange a free no-obligation 15 minute on-line meeting. We can use that to discuss your requirements and to see if I can provide a solution for you. Use the contact form to get in touch regarding this.

How I can Help You With SQL Server

Performance Optimization

Performance tuning is not easy.

• Index Management: Effective indexing is crucial for high performance. I excel in designing and maintaining optimal indexing strategies, leading to substantial performance gains.
• Query Optimization: Businesses often face challenges with slow query performance. My expertise in fine-tuning complex queries and optimizing execution plans ensures significant improvements in application performance and efficiency.
• Database Design: Addressing poor database design and schema issues is essential for enhanced performance and scalability. My proficiency in database architecture dramatically improves these aspects.

I can help you to:

• Use Extended Events to gain deeper insights into query behavior.
• Use techniques for identifying and resolving query blocking issues.
• Understand execution plans and learn how to extract valuable information from them to optimize query performance.
• Gain a clear understanding of statistics and how to use them effectively to enhance performance.
• Use modern indexing strategies, to significantly accelerate query execution.
• Learn about the causes of query recompilation and strategies for managing it when it impacts performance.
• Use the Query Store to identify underperforming queries and apply targeted fixes.
• Build your understanding of how the query optimizer can automatically improve query performance.
• Develop and apply a proven query tuning methodology to consistently improve the speed and efficiency of your queries.

Security and Compliance

• Data Security: Protecting data through encryption, secure configurations, and thorough vulnerability assessments is critical, particularly with stringent regulatory demands. My approach ensures comprehensive data security.
• Compliance: I assist businesses in adhering to regulations like GDPR and PCI-DSS by securing SQL Server environments and implementing essential auditing and reporting mechanisms.

Cloud Integration and Migration

• Cloud Migrations: I guide companies through the migration of on-premises SQL Server databases to cloud platforms such as Azure SQL Database, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Hybrid Cloud Solutions: My expertise in designing and implementing hybrid solutions combines on-premises and cloud resources, offering optimal flexibility and cost-efficiency.

Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing

• Data Warehousing: I design and implement data warehouses that support business intelligence and analytics initiatives, facilitating informed decision-making.
• ETL Processes: Specializing in Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, I consolidate data from various sources for reporting and analysis.

Backup and Recovery

• Advanced Backup Solutions: My robust backup strategies ensure data integrity and rapid recovery, utilizing advanced tools and techniques that surpass basic requirements.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: I develop and rigorously test comprehensive disaster recovery plans to guarantee business continuity in the event of catastrophic events.

Monitoring and Automation

• Automated Maintenance: I implement automated solutions for routine maintenance tasks, such as index rebuilds, statistics updates, and consistency checks, ensuring optimal performance.
• Proactive Monitoring: My advanced monitoring and alerting systems detect and resolve issues before they impact business operations, maintaining seamless functionality.

Large-Scale Data Management

• Partitioning and Archiving: I implement data partitioning and archiving strategies to manage large datasets efficiently, enhancing performance and reducing storage costs.
• Data Integration: My integration of SQL Server with big data technologies like Azure Data Lake facilitates large-scale data analytics and storage solutions.

Consulting and Training

• Expert Consulting: I provide high-level consulting services for complex SQL Server environments, offering strategic advice and hands-on solutions tailored to your needs.
• Training: My training sessions enhance team skills and productivity, ensuring your team is proficient in SQL Server operations.

Consultancy & Pricing

My prices start at just £450 a day, plus VAT. You can hire me for a day, week, month or however long suits you.

Before you commit to buying a consultancy or training day from me, contact me to arrange a free no-obligation 15 minute on-line meeting. We can use that to discuss your requirements and to see if I can provide a solution for you.