Azure Arc Data Services: Bringing Azure Intelligence to Your Existing Databases

Your existing databases have a wealth of untapped potential in the huge digital universe. While moving everything to the cloud has indisputable advantages, it isn't always practicable or desired. Enter Azure Arc Data Services, a game-changer that connects your on-premises databases to the cloud, infusing them with Azure intelligence and opening up new possibilities. 

Let's look at how Azure Arc Data Services can improve your database experience: 

1. Bring Azure SQL Managed Instances to Your Front Door: Without relocating your SQL Servers, you may enjoy the benefits of Azure SQL Managed Instance - automated patching, continuous backups, and simpler administration. Azure Arc provides on-premises managed instance capability, providing cloud-grade management for your existing databases.  

Architecture source Microsoft Learn

2. Open Up Cloud Intelligence to Any Database: Azure Arc Data Services isn't just for SQL Server. Extend its features to PostgreSQL, MySQL, and other data engines, regardless of vendor or location of deployment. Bring cloud-powered intelligence and optimisations to your varied database environment.  

Checkout these instructions from Microsoft Learn on how to access the Data services  Azure Data Studio dashboards - Azure Arc | Microsoft Learn 

3. Simplify Management and Governance: Gain management of your whole database portfolio, both on-premises and in the cloud. Manage configurations, monitor performance, and consistently apply security policies from a single pane of glass within the Azure interface.  

Architecture source Microsoft Learn  

4. Accept Flexibility and Scale Confidently: Adapt to changing needs with ease. Use Azure Arc to gradually migrate databases to the cloud, or use on-premises deployments for latency-sensitive applications. Enjoy mobility and flexibility while maintaining data protection and management.  

5. Improve Security and Compliance: With Azure Arc's built-in threat detection and protection capabilities, you can improve your security posture. Implement centralised Azure policies, use advanced monitoring tools, and get the benefits of Azure's robust security infrastructure, which extends to your on-premises databases.  

Azure Arc Data Services unlocks unique value propositions in addition to these key benefits: 

• Cost Savings: Leverage existing on-premises infrastructure while benefiting from cloud-based capabilities and efficiency. 
• Improved Performance: Use Azure's intelligent management capabilities to improve query performance and resource utilisation. 
• Simplified Disaster Recovery: Use automatic backups and failover rules to ensure continuous database uptime. 
• Modernization Gateway: Create a foundation for future database modernization by bringing cloud-native capabilities on-premises. 

Don't let your existing databases languish in the dark. Accept Azure Arc Data Services and you'll get access to a world of cloud-powered possibilities, increased protection, and streamlined administration for your critical data assets.