Category Archives: scalability

Q+A: Upgrading the Company DBMS

Posted on November 16, 2023 by craig@craigsmullins.com

I regularly receive questions from readers and every now and then I choose one to highlight here on the blog. Today, I want to share a Q+A from a reader/student asking for guidance on things a company should consider when … Continue reading →

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Database Performance versus Scalability

Posted on August 9, 2023 by craig@craigsmullins.com

Database performance and scalability are both important aspects of managing and optimizing databases, but they refer to different characteristics and considerations. Database performance refers to how efficiently a database system can respond to and process queries, transactions, and other operations. … Continue reading →

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Strategies for Managing Database Growth and Scalability

Posted on May 27, 2023 by craig@craigsmullins.com

Managing database growth and scalability is crucial to ensure optimal performance and accommodate increasing data volumes. Here are some strategies to consider: Remember that the best strategies for managing database growth and scalability may vary depending on your specific database … Continue reading →

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Digital Transformation and Database Scalability

Posted on June 18, 2019 by craig@craigsmullins.com

Today’s business systems are undergoing a revolutionary transformation to work within the digital economy. This phenomenon is known as digital transformation. There are four over-arching trends that are driving digital transformation today summarized by the acronym SMAC: social, mobile, analytics and … Continue reading →

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