postgresql reporting and bi tools

PostgreSQL BI and Reporting Tools

By | SQL Server
PostgreSQL is an open-source object-relational database management system. And for the past two years, it’s been the fastest-growing database in the world. Why?

First, it’s free – people tend to like free stuff. But more importantly, PostgreSQL is highly extensible. Since it has an open-source license, almost any issue can be solved through customization. And when data needs and requirements vary from business to business, flexibility is important.

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BI and Reporting Tool for MySQL

By | SQL Server
MySQL is one of the most widely used databases in the world. The open-source relational database is simple to run and maintain, works well for a wide range of applications, and is well documented and supported.

And as the database of choice for web-based applications, there’s no shortage of MySQL reporting tools available. Ranging from free reporting tools to enterprise-level Business Intelligence platforms, finding the right tool for your business requires extensive research into the tool’s integration, functionality, and overall value.

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Will You Upgrade to SQL Server 2016 Now That It’s Available?

By | Microsoft, SQL Server | No Comments
Stretch Database technologyEDITOR’S NOTE: This blog has been updated several times since SQL Server 2016 became generally available on June 1, 2016, including on Aug. 2, 2017. This includes notice that the second release candidate of SQL Server 2017 is now available, and links to additional resources.

Microsoft announced the release of SQL Server 2017 later this year, with the second release candidate of SQL Server 2017 becoming generally available on Aug. 2. And with SQL Server 2016 generally available, will your organization commit to an upgrade? Are you having problems migrating from older versions?

Microsoft’s SQL Server Team posted a blog on April 5, 2017, giving you “The top 5 reasons to upgrade to SQL Server 2016.” Read More

Preview Feedback Improves SQL Server 2016 in CTP 3.2

By | SQL Server
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Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published in May 2015 and has been updated to reflect the latest SQL Server 2016 Community Technology Previews, 3.1 and 3.2.

Since the  Microsoft SQL Server product team first released a preview of SQL Server 2016, as described below this update, they’ve taken feedback from users who suggested ways to improve or even fix what some consider broken. Some of those suggestions were used in SQL Server 2016 Community Technology Preview 3.2, which is available for download. Read More