SteveStedman

When working with SQL Server, subtle misconfigurations can lead to significant performance challenges. One such issue arises from the misuse of the UPDLOCK hint hint… Read More »How UPDLOCK in SELECT Statements Causes SQL Server Performance Issues and Blocking

As an IT manager, the demands of maintaining a reliable database environment often extend far beyond standard working hours, particularly when critical business applications depend… Read More »7 SQL Server Issues Keeping IT Managers Awake at Night (And How to Fix Them)

Managing SQL Database Efficiency can often feel like navigating a complex maze, especially when dealing with large datasets and high transaction volumes. As a DBA… Read More »Optimize SQL Server Performance with Database Health Monitor Toolkit

The Hidden SQL Server Performance Killer: Implicit Conversions When SQL Server Performance issues begin appearing, many companies assume the only solution is to add more… Read More »The Hidden SQL Server Performance Killer: Implicit Conversions

When we created Database Health Monitor, we had one simple goal in mind: SQL Server monitoring should be accessible to everyone. Monitoring your SQL Servers… Read More »Who Is Database Health Monitor Built For?

Database Health Monitor has a rich history rooted in the ongoing need for SQL Server professionals to gain deeper visibility into their database environments. What… Read More »History of Database Health Monitor

The Backup Gap You Don’t Know You Have: How Database Health Monitor Surfaces Recovery Blind Spots Most SQL Server environments have backup jobs. Most of… Read More »The Backup Gap You Dont Know You Have

The Table Use Report in Database Health Monitor shows exactly how often each SQL Server table is queried, helping DBAs find active versus idle tables… Read More »Table Use Report in Database Health Monitor: Track SQL Server Table Usage and Optimize Performance

As the summer season reaches its peak and patriotic displays begin to appear across the country, the Fourth of July stands as a cherished reminder… Read More »Closed in observance of Independence day