SQL Server 2008 Readiness Review

Are you considering upgrading your databases? Would you like to know how much effort will be involved? Are there any limitations? What are the benefits of upgrading to your organisation?

Coeo have extensive experience in successfully upgrading SQL Server databases of any size across many industry sectors. Working with Coeo will de-risk the upgrade process and reduce downtime during upgrades or migrations.

It will be possible to upgrade from SQL Server 2000 or SQL Server 2005 to SQL Server 2008. Here are some of the items included in the SQL Server 2008 Readiness Review:

  • Audit current environment to determine database engine features in use

  • Assessment of High Availability features currently used

  • Database capacity planning/ trend forecast analysis

  • Review future business requirements

  • Scope DTS/ SSIS Package migration options and strategy

  • Feasibility of in-place upgrade vs. side-by-side migration

  • Review current and future licensing requirements

  • Database security, schema and object ownership

  • Hardware capability review

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    Undertaking a SQL Server 2008 Readiness Review will prepare your organisation for upgrade when SQL Server 2008 is released. Additionally, this review will assist in developing a product roadmap and upgrade strategy. It can be useful to plan for upgrade and considering timescales for hardware refreshes, licensing and capacity planning.

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