GSI Database Services
Stop Fighting Lingering Database Issues
Slow queries, unexpected downtime, and scalability ceilings are costing you more than just headaches—they're hindering growth. GSI’s expert DBAs go beyond surface-level fixes to resolve the complex, persistent performance issues that other providers can't, ensuring your databases operate at peak performance, security, and scale.
Is Your Database a Bottleneck to Growth?
If you're a CTO or IT Director, these challenges probably sound familiar. Your database is the heart of your operations, but it's often the source of your biggest headaches.
Constant Firefighting
You're plagued by slow query performance and unexpected downtime, especially during peak hours. Previous providers offered temporary patches, but the root problems always return.
In-House Expertise Gap
Your team is stretched thin, and you either lack a dedicated DBA or your current staff can't justify the cost of a full-time, senior-level expert for every database platform you use.
Risky Migrations & Updates
You're concerned about the complexity and operational disruption of migrating to the cloud or upgrading your existing databases, fearing data loss or extended outages.
The GSI Solution
Turn Your Database into a Strategic Asset
GSI provides more than just outsourced administration; we deliver proactive, tailored management to ensure your database achieves optimal performance, scalability, and security. We enable your team to stop managing infrastructure and start focusing on innovation and core business objectives.
More Than Just Database Administration
Cross-Platform Mastery
Whether your data lives on SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or in the cloud, our deep expertise ensures tailored, optimal performance. We aren't locked into a single technology; we're committed to the right solution for your specific needs.
Application-Aware Expertise
We have a deep understanding of how enterprise applications like JD Edwards and NetSuite communicate with databases. This allows us to diagnose and resolve performance issues that other providers miss entirely.
Custom Automation & Scripting
We develop tailored T-SQL and PL/SQL scripts to automate routine tasks like data movement, reporting, and backups. This frees up your internal resources and enhances operational efficiency and reliability.
Our Comprehensive Database Management Services
Database Performance Tuning
Continuous query optimization, index management, and real-time monitoring to deliver faster application response times and eliminate bottlenecks.
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
Expert setup and management of clustering, replication, and backup strategies to guarantee uptime and data integrity, even during a major incident.
Database Migration & Integration
Seamless, zero-disruption migration from on-premise to cloud, or integration between platforms like Oracle and SQL Server, managed by experts.
Security Management
Implementation of robust encryption, strict access controls, and comprehensive security auditing to protect your most critical data assets.
Proven Results
From Persistent Downtime to Peak Performance
A national snack food company was plagued by slow query performance and frequent database downtime during peak sales periods. Multiple managed services partners had failed to identify the root cause for years.
GSI performed a comprehensive performance audit, optimized the database configuration, and implemented a high-availability failover cluster. We identified and eliminated the lingering issues, transforming their database from a liability into a reliable asset.
Reduced Downtime During Peak Traffic
+50% Improvement in Query Performance
Our Straightforward Engagement Process
We make it simple to get started. Our process is designed to be transparent, collaborative, and focused on delivering value from day one.
Discovery
We start with a call to discuss your challenges, current database setup, and business goals.
Assessment
Our team conducts a health check of your environment to identify immediate opportunities for optimization.
Proposal
We provide a customized proposal with a clear solution design, deliverables, and pricing.
Agreement
We finalize the terms, including SLAs and timelines, ensuring complete alignment.
Onboarding
Our team begins implementation, seamlessly integrating with your operations to start delivering value.
Support Models Designed for Your Team
We don't offer rigid, one-size-fits-all packages. We customize our engagement to fit your exact operational needs, budget, and in-house expertise.
Full Ownership
For companies that need a complete, end-to-end DBA solution
- You have no in-house DBA or your team lacks specialized database skills.
- You want to avoid the cost and complexity of hiring a full-time DBA.
- You simply don’t want the responsibility of managing the database.
- Includes 24/7 "production down" coverage for critical incidents.
Partial Ownership
A collaborative, co-managed approach to share responsibilities
- GSI manages the most critical systems, like the live production architecture.
- Your internal staff or a third-party partner handles other areas, such as backups or DR.
- Ideal for leveraging our deep expertise while retaining internal control over specific functions.
- Creates a seamless, hybrid support environment tailored to your needs.
Staff Augmentation
Expert, on-demand support to enhance your existing team
- Provide senior-level assistance and mentorship for your junior DBA.
- Handle routine tasks, freeing your senior DBA to focus on high-value strategic projects.
- Provide critical vacation or employee transition coverage to ensure continuity.
- Fill temporary management or director-level gaps over your DBA team.
Frequently Asked Questions
We believe in transparency. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from potential clients.
This is a primary concern for many clients. Our entire process is designed to de-risk migrations. We specialize in seamless, zero-disruption migrations from on-premise to cloud and between platforms like Oracle and SQL Server. Our expert planning and execution ensure that we implement new configurations without disrupting your critical operations.
Accountability is built into our support model. Every client has a dedicated Account Manager who is responsible for ensuring fast and effective issue resolution. For critical events, this manager ensures accountability while our team of DBA specialists manages the technical solution. We also offer formal SLAs with defined response and resolution times for complete peace of mind.
That's the perfect time to start a conversation. We recommend our Free Database Health Assessment as a valuable first step. It's a no-obligation engagement where our experts analyze your current database health and identify potential optimizations. This gives you actionable insights and a clear picture of how we can help before you commit to a larger partnership.
Discover Your Database's True Potential
Stop letting poor database performance dictate your business's limits. An investment in proactive database management prevents costly downtime and solves problems that are far more expensive to ignore. Let's identify your opportunities for optimization.
No-obligation. Just expert insights into your environment
Take the First Step Towards a Healthier Database
Fill out the form to schedule your free, no-obligation Database Health Assessment. Our experts will get in touch to find a time that works for you.