Organizations are managing hundreds of terabytes of information, to mine, analyze and better understand markets. So, it’s no surprise that when data is unavailable, inaccurate or lost, the effects are widespread and crippling. That’s why even companies with full-time DBAs are enlisting the help of firms offering remote database administration; supplementing database support or outsourcing the function altogether.
Streamlined Options Increase Efficiency
Previously, there were two options for filling a DBA need: hiring a full-time DBA or contracting a consultant DBA. Over the past decade, however, things have changed. Companies now have a third option: remote database administration. This option offers an effective and cost saving model for businesses.
For example, you might need a database administrator for only 20 percent of the time. With remote database administration, automated and optimized services are available exactly when you need them, allowing you to fill those needs more efficiently.
Database Growth Exploding
One reason remote database administration is here to stay is database growth is exploding. Forecasts estimate that databases are growing as much as 3 to 5 times larger, every 3 years. Also, with this growth databases are increasing in complexity.
Remote database administration offers a flexible and scalable approach for maintaining a growing database environment that reduces the burden of recruiting, training and maintaining staff, driving down overall costs.
Solving the Time Crunch
Remote DBA offsets the time crunch many companies are experiencing. For example, internal staff might be slammed and don’t have the time for routine maintenance or managing their current workload.
A quality remote DBA firm has talented resources with the capabilities to handle a variety of tasks – making your in-house DBA better at his or her job, rather than taking it away. They offer staff with diverse database knowledge and continuous coverage without interruptions due to illness, vacation or resignation.
As data growth continues, and companies discover the cost and efficiency gains of remote database administration, this option will continue to grow in popularity. Buying exactly what you need, when you need it – rather than increasing your internal staffing, helps strengthen companies and boost efficiency.
References
Smart Business Indianapolis. Remote Database Administration http://www.pti.net/Files/RemoteDBAArticle.pdf
Inc. Magazine. Business Opportunities in Big Data http://www.inc.com/best-industries-2012/jj-mccorvey/big-data.html
