Expert Postgres Support and Services for Successful PostgreSQL Deployment
Leverage years of experience and technical knowledge gained in the rapidly developing open source Postgres ecosystem.
Increase your Postgres productivity and decrease your risk
Managed PostgreSQL services typically provide access to a team of professionals who offer round-the-clock support, monitoring and maintenance. Enterprises benefit from expert guidance, proactive problem-solving and peace of mind knowing that their databases are in capable hands.
While you can achieve a lot from PostgreSQL independently, it takes experience and expertise to unlock its full potential while minimizing the complexities and challenges associated with database management:
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Complex configurations: Every database environment has unique requirements that need the right configurations for optimal performance and efficiency.
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Performance optimization: It’s key to review query execution plans and identify system bottlenecks when your database grows in size and complexity to improve query performance and overall system responsiveness.
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Security considerations: PostgreSQL professionals can provide proven security best practices, inform you of the latest threats and vulnerabilities and help you implement the latest security frameworks, patches and compliance requirements.
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Migration and upgrades: From migration assessments to schema migrations and performance benchmarking, Postgres experts can help mitigate the risk of data loss, downtime or compatibility issues.
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Troubleshooting and issue resolution: Expert support provides timely assistance in diagnosing and resolving issues such as data corruption, connectivity problems or performance degradation. They’re also able to provide recommendations for preventive measures or optimizations to help you avoid prolonged downtime and loss of productivity.
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Scalability and high availability: As your business evolves and scales, so should your PostgreSQL deployments. On top of the design and implementation of scalable architectures that can accommodate growing workloads and user demands, you’ll get guidance on capacity planning, resource allocation and performance monitoring.
Remote DBA Services
Remote Database Administration (DBA) support services typically encompass various key areas, including 24/7 monitoring and maintenance. Support engineers conduct proactive monitoring, perform routine maintenance tasks, and optimize configurations to enhance query performance and scalability. Additionally, they manage database backups, implement disaster recovery strategies and enhance security measures to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
Remote DBA teams also assist with database upgrades, migrations and consolidation projects, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption. Furthermore, they provide advisory and consulting services, offering strategic guidance and recommendations for optimizing database architectures and workflows to align with organizational objectives.
Technical Account Management
Having a Technical Account Manager embedded within your team means you’ll have a more personalized and proactive level of support. Considering your unique business needs and technical requirements, they offer strategic planning, technical expertise, project management and more to help you get the most out of this powerful RDBMS today.
They often can deliver guidance on a wide range of topics like:
- Case/support management
- Tuning and tooling considerations
- Insights into database performance and health
- Strategy and execution support for large projects
Professional Services and Training
Experienced consultants work closely with customers to assess their requirements, design customized solutions and implement best practices to ensure the successful deployment and operation of PostgreSQL environments. From initial architecture design to ongoing performance tuning and optimization, Professional Services provide comprehensive support at every stage of the PostgreSQL lifecycle.
In addition to professional services, training programs offer organizations the opportunity to develop the skills and expertise needed to effectively manage and leverage PostgreSQL technology. Training courses cover a variety of topics, including database administration, query optimization, high availability and advanced features of PostgreSQL.
Accelerate time to value and ensure long-term success of your PostgreSQL initiatives
EDB has the expertise and experience to deliver significant value. Here’s why:
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We’re the #1 contributors to PostgreSQL
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Our professionals know PostgreSQL inside-out
As a result, our professional services team is the best in the industry. We’ll show you how to get the most from your database, plan migrations and successfully move you to full or multi-cloud, with minimal risk and delay. -
In-depth developer documentation
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Best-in-class tools and solutions
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Postgres expertise 24x7x365
Our 24/7 support ensures that assistance is available around the clock, whether you opt for our fully managed Postgres in the Cloud solution powered by EDB BigAnimal or choose to stick with community PostgreSQL.
Ready to shift your PostgreSQL investment to fifth gear? Let’s talk.
Technical support with cost-effective expertise for self-managed PostgreSQL
With 41 PostgreSQL contributors, 12 major contributors and 3 core members, EDB has distinguished itself as PostgreSQL leader, with a fierce commitment to empowering open source and the enterprises who rely on it.
We understand that many users choose Community PostgreSQL for its robustness, scalability and reliability – plus the fact that its open source licensing allows them to build with freedom and without restrictions. To support that spirit, we’ve made available enterprise-grade support services for Community PostgreSQL users.
Downtime and performance issues are minimized when you rely on EDB Community 360 to provide around-the-clock support coverage.
Download PostgreSQL now from EDB’s website and experience the power of this DBMS with enterprise-grade features and support.
Your support strategy can make or break your business, so it’s not something you can risk taking for granted. Read our guide, 6 Telltale Signs It’s Time to Rethink Your Postgres Support, to help you decide if it’s time for a change.
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While new users can construct basic database-linked applications with sufficient guidance and time, complex applications and advanced queries require a greater time investment into training. Enterprises can expedite their team’s learning through the many free learning resources provided by the Postgres open source community, or by seeking expert guidance and support from leading solution providers.
Users can get support from the open source Postgres community via the official website or from various developer self-help portals. Alternatively, commercial support is also offered by solution providers in the space, allowing users or businesses access to dedicated 24/7 assistance from PostgreSQL professionals or remote DBA teams.
The official Postgres community website offers a range of tutorials and documentation for PostgreSQL users. Alternatively, some solution providers also offer a curated catalog of training courses designed to certify individuals or teams as experts in PostgreSQL.
There is plenty of detailed documentation provided by the official Postgres community and by leading solution providers in the space. Reach out to individual users in the community or contact a provider’s professional team if you’re having issues with documentation.
There is no official certification from the open source Postgres community. However, users can get industry-recognized professional examination and certification from leading solution providers like EDB.
Professional certification can be obtained from solution providers such as EDB, and is recognized
Assuming you’ve selected default options during installation, the minimum specs required to run PostgreSQL are:
- 1 GHz processor
- 2 GB of RAM
- 512 MB of HDD
Additional memory or disk space may be required for data or supporting components. The official PostgreSQL website recommends 30 megabytes for /usr/src/pgsql, about 5 megabytes for /usr/local/pgsql (excluding your database) and 1 megabyte for an empty database
The only limitation to the number of tables you can create on Postgres is your operating system and your hardware. It’s best to consult an expert if you’re unsure or need an opinion. PostgreSQL also allows for unlimited rows and indexes, but the hardcoded limit for columns is 1,600 columns in a table.
As the name implies, self-managed PostgreSQL describes a self-hosted Postgres server, where the user is the one solely responsible for installation, configurations, updates and all other manner of database duties. The flexibility and stability of PostgreSQL makes self-management relatively easy compared to most other databases, and is a viable option for organizations looking to fully enjoy the advantages of PostgreSQL without additional cost.
There are several ways to self-host and manage your own PostgreSQL database. The first and most straightforward way is to install and configure PostgreSQL on your own machine or local server. If required PostgreSQL can be installed and run on a Docker or Kubernetes with an image. Businesses can also purchase installation, migration and configuration services from a third-party provider for a more simplified and disruption-free transition.
As opposed to self-managed PostgreSQL, fully managed PostgreSQL places all database management responsibilities on an external provider, so businesses can focus on their code and scaling applications. Fully managed PostgreSQL is typically provided as a bundled cloud-hosted service by leading solution providers, allowing businesses to transition to and enjoy the benefits of cloud-hosted PostgreSQL.
A remote Database Administrator (DBA) and their team manages your PostgreSQL database outside of your premises, allowing you to utilize resources and space an on-premise DBA would otherwise occupy for other business considerations. 24x7 remote DBA provides round-the-clock support and technical assistance for databases that require high uptime and availability.
Technical account managers provide much-needed technical expertise for PostgreSQL, along with value-adding services such as project management, database optimization and tooling support, to name a few. A technical account manager is especially helpful if your organization is new to PostgreSQL and is interested in utilizing the RDBMS to its fullest potential.
True to the flexible nature of Postgres, there are numerous ways to fine-tune and optimize performance, which we’ve covered here in detail. But in short, techniques like indexing, using the right command in queries, subquery optimization and vacuuming should be part of a PostgreSQL DBA’s toolbox.
EDB training courses are created and delivered by Postgres experts with hands-on experience who will show you how to quickly manage your database responsibilities based upon years of real-world experience.
Our professional services team has decades of experience in Postgres and can support businesses with the following:
- Postgres strategy, architecture design and solution design
- Technical account management
- Planned upgrades and integrations
- Database migration assessment and planning
- On-premise or cloud PostgreSQL deployments
- Performance tuning and architecture checks
- Best practices for monitoring, security and operations
- Customized scope of work that meet your requirements
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