SQL Server Environment Consolidation for Health Company

This technical report outlines the implementation of a central high-availability (HA) solution for 120 Microsoft SQL Server databases by a health and social economy company. The initiative aimed to prevent downtime and minimize maintenance time, thereby ensuring continuous and efficient service delivery. The report details the challenges faced in establishing the HA solution and highlights the selection of Fast Lane due to their expertise in customized database management solutions. Fast Lane's approach included planning a VMware cluster paired with an SQL cluster, as well as setting up a mirrored NetApp Filer for storage. The report describes the planning and deployment phases, including the installation of Windows clusters, SQL Server cluster nodes, and the migration of major databases. The outcomes included improved system reliability, reduced downtime, and enhanced operational efficiency, demonstrating the effectiveness of the implemented strategies.