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Elias.Lundmark
Nov 2, 2023
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Enhancing Database Scalability in DXP Cloud Services

In today's dynamic digital environment, efficient database scalability is more critical than ever. Implementing robust autoscaling for SQL is integral to meeting this need, ensuring our systems remain flexible and responsive. In this blog post, we will delve into how we are enhancing our database infrastructure in DXP Cloud Services to improve scalability and performance.

Autoscaling solutions for SQL databases offer a sophisticated method for handling multiple databases that experience diverse workloads and resource requirements. Instead of provisioning each database with a rigid set of resources, this technology enables a more fluid resource allocation strategy. This adaptability not only mitigates the risks associated with under-provisioning but also maximizes resource utilization and optimizes performance across the board.

 

The advantages of our new database infrastructure enhancements include:

  1. Management efficiency – Our solution simplifies the operation of hundreds, or even thousands, of databases. It ensures all databases receive the necessary resources, driving optimal performance across various workloads.
  2. Auto-scaling – The system can intuitively allocate more resources during high-demand periods, maintaining high efficiency and responsiveness under fluctuating loads.

 

In light of these benefits, we are planning a gradual transition to this enhanced database infrastructure over the coming weeks and months. Our goal is to refine our operations and offer superior adaptability to diverse workloads and resource needs. We will initiate this transition with non-production databases, such as those in ADE, integration, and pre-production environments, starting in the SE Central region within the next few weeks.

As businesses and technologies evolve, the need for agility and efficiency only grows. Our upcoming database infrastructure enhancements equip us with the necessary tools to operate DXP Cloud Services at an elevated scale, improving our capacity to meet varying demands. This progress excites us, and we are eager to extend these benefits across our entire platform in 2024.

Nov 02, 2023

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Johan Book
Johan Book Nov 6, 2023 12:55 PM

Sounds great!

But aren't you really talking about "Optimizely One" here? What is DXP? ;-)

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