4 articles about cost optimization in SQL optimization and database performance.
SQL Server 2016 reaches end of extended support on 14 July 2026. No more security updates, no more patches. Here is exactly what you need to do — and the unexpected opportunity SQL Server 2025 Standard creates.
A mid-sized NHS Trust was spending heavily on SQL Server licensing for workloads that did not justify the cost. A structured health check identified the gaps — and a prioritised remediation plan delivered 40% cost reduction without disrupting a single clinical system.
When an NHS Trust faced spiralling SQL Server licensing costs and an unmanaged estate, a structured health check uncovered the root cause — and delivered a 40% cost reduction without compromising performance.
Practical techniques to optimize Azure SQL costs without sacrificing performance. Learn from real-world cases and discover automated solutions for continuous cost management.