Outdated SQL Server instances running on ageing infrastructure lead to performance bottlenecks, escalating licensing costs, and increased security vulnerabilities. Modernising SQL Server workloads in the cloud is essential for businesses aiming to stay competitive. AWS provides a comprehensive suite of services that simplifies SQL Server modernisation, enabling enhanced performance, cost optimisation, and scalability.

SQL Server environments built years ago may no longer meet today’s performance demands or security standards. Challenges like high licensing fees, manual scaling, and complex maintenance routines can slow down your digital transformation efforts.

AWS offers purpose-built services and flexible deployment options designed to streamline the modernisation journey of SQL Server workloads:

• Flexible Deployment Models: Run SQL Server on Amazon EC2 for full control or migrate to Amazon RDS for a fully managed experience. Learn how to modernise SQL Server with Amazon RDS.
• Simplified Migration Tools: The AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) simplifies the process of migrating SQL Server databases to AWS with minimal downtime.
• Optimised Licensing Models: Leverage Bring Your Own License (BYOL) or reduce costs with License Included options on AWS.
• Automated Management and Monitoring: With Amazon CloudWatch and AWS Systems Manager, businesses can automate patching, backups, and performance monitoring for SQL Server workloads.
• Enhanced Security and Compliance: AWS provides end-to-end encryption, network isolation, and compliance certifications to secure your SQL Server data. Explore AWS’s SQL Server security best practices.

Organisations modernising their SQL Server workloads on AWS have reported:

• 40% reduction in database management costs.
• Enhanced scalability to meet fluctuating workloads.
• Improved database performance through managed services.

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Transform your SQL Server workloads into agile, scalable assets with AWS.