Oracle Database vs SQL Server comparison

Oracle and Microsoft are both solutions in the Relational Databases Tools category. Oracle is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.5, while Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.3. Oracle holds a 10.4% mindshare in SQL, compared to Microsoft’s 10.4% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Oracle users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 3, 2026

Oracle Database and SQL Server are leading competitors in the database management systems category. Oracle has a slight advantage in enterprise environments due to its extensive features and high market penetration.

Features: Oracle Database offers high availability, Real Application Clusters, and strong backup and recovery capabilities which ensure reliability. SQL Server is appreciated for its strong integration with other Microsoft services, ease of management in Windows environments, and robust BI tools such as SSIS, SSRS, and Azure integration.

Room for Improvement: Oracle Database's complexity and high licensing costs are notable concerns. Users want better performance statistics, simplified upgrades, and robust cloud integration. SQL Server, although user-friendly, could enhance its scalability and security features, and users seek better cost management for advanced features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Oracle Database supports various environments with versatile deployment; however, customer service experiences vary and are sometimes inadequate. SQL Server is easily deployable in Microsoft settings and generally has responsive customer service, though some users have concerns about technical support effectiveness.

Pricing and ROI: Oracle Database is considered expensive but justified for medium-to-large enterprises with expected ROI, often necessitating expense management for essentials. SQL Server is more cost-effective, attracting small-to-medium businesses with scalable deployment options and competitive pricing, despite some costs for advanced editions.

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Oracle Database vs. SQL Server

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

ROI

Sentiment score

5.7

Oracle Database is costly but offers long-term ROI, stability, and scalability, especially beneficial for financial institutions and large tasks.

Sentiment score

7.0

SQL Server offers cost-effective, feature-rich solutions with quick ROI, enhancing efficiency and practicality for various business applications.

It saved a lot of money and time because of the debugging peculiarities and also using Toad for Oracle software to optimize the coding and performance of data migration.

Philemon Olusegun

Qhse Manager at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

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SQL Server is the most cost-effective with good human resource availability to manage it.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

All applications need our repository to provide services for our online business or our customers, so the return is good.

SandroChauca

Infrastructure Coordinator at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

With Standard edition, they have saved a ton of money and they are really happy about that.

Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.1

Oracle Database users experience mixed reviews on support, praising responsiveness but criticizing delays, costs, and inconsistent service quality.

Sentiment score

6.5

Microsoft's resources are valued, but reaching experts can be difficult, prompting users to seek community forums or paid support.

In some cases, they support me on a 24/7 basis, round the clock.

Muhammad Usman Muzaffar

Senior Vice President IT Operations at ZTBL

Oracle support can improve both response time and quality, including not only response time but also the turnaround time for issue fixing, understanding the issue, routing it to the correct team, and debugging for resolution.

SureshKumar2

DB A Competency Manager at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

The customer support of Oracle Database is excellent and provides detailed assistance.

Philemon Olusegun

Qhse Manager at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

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I give their technical support a rating of ten out of ten.

Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

There was a time when Microsoft support provided very crisp answers, but over time, they have diluted their support to third parties, leading to a drop in support quality.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

When we created support tickets, the experience was very positive.

Gus Mtz

Subdirector of Support for Production at Servicios Electrónicos Globales -Oficial

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.4

Oracle Database offers scalable solutions for enterprises, supporting seamless growth with advanced features, though licensing costs may impact scalability.

Sentiment score

7.0

SQL Server offers scalable solutions for SMEs with efficient cloud options, suitable for high volumes but challenging for large databases.

The database regularly releases new versions with better performance and security features.

Ismail Aboulezz

Chief Executive Officer at LeaseWeb

RAC is the feature where I can distribute the load among multiple nodes, and it has helped our enterprise applications.

Muhammad Usman Muzaffar

Senior Vice President IT Operations at ZTBL

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The server where we installed it has grown from 64 gigabytes in RAM to 256 gigabytes, demonstrating significant scalability capabilities.

Gus Mtz

Subdirector of Support for Production at Servicios Electrónicos Globales -Oficial

Most of the time, they simply add another node in the availability group.

Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

I can scale both horizontally and vertically without challenges.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

8.0

Oracle Database is renowned for its exceptional stability and reliability, effectively handling extensive workloads with minimal issues.

Sentiment score

7.6

SQL Server offers robust performance and reliability, with minor stability issues occasionally due to design or configuration choices.

Oracle Database is very robust, and I rate its stability nine out of ten.

Ismail Aboulezz

Chief Executive Officer at LeaseWeb

I would rate stability for Oracle Database as a 10.

SureshKumar2

DB A Competency Manager at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

Oracle is really one of the biggest database software companies in the world.

Philemon Olusegun

Qhse Manager at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

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There was an issue with memory-optimized tables, but it was resolved in 2025, allowing you to remove that file group, which was not possible before.

Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

All applications supporting SQL Server in my experience work very well across various industries including telecom, finance, banking, ad, entertainment, and workforce management.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

SQL Server is absolutely stable.

Hemanthreddy Vakiti

Data engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Room For Improvement

Oracle Database struggles with high costs, complex licensing, outdated interfaces, and inadequate support, demanding better cloud compatibility and security.

SQL Server needs improved scalability, better integration, enhanced performance, cost reduction, and user-friendly interfaces for diverse platforms.

Having that visibility of all the software products and providing free training and documentation on how you can improve and which products are best suited for integration to your product from Oracle would go a long way to help organizations and professionals.

Philemon Olusegun

Qhse Manager at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

Oracle Database needs improvement in data analytics capabilities, AI involvement, machine learning, and deep learning.

Ismail Aboulezz

Chief Executive Officer at LeaseWeb

One existing feature that distinguishes Oracle Database from others is its ability to log errors in the database itself.

Praful Kolekar

Business Analyst at Tata Consultancy

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It is fine to do a first release that works, but you cannot simply abandon it in the following years without service packs and improvements.

Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

I would appreciate using Microsoft Pro as it can integrate with Excel or, with a simple query, consume information from the database using Microsoft Excel.

SandroChauca

Infrastructure Coordinator at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

When we consider the price for replication in another site, the pricing becomes prohibitive.

Gus Mtz

Subdirector of Support for Production at Servicios Electrónicos Globales -Oficial

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Setup Cost

Oracle Database's high pricing and complex licensing deter SMBs, despite quality features and available budget-friendly options.

SQL Server is costly, especially the Enterprise Edition, prompting some businesses to explore alternatives due to high licensing costs.

For medium businesses, Oracle and IBM DB2 pricing are quite similar.

Ismail Aboulezz

Chief Executive Officer at LeaseWeb

Oracle Database is costly.

Muhammad Usman Muzaffar

Senior Vice President IT Operations at ZTBL

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Cost savings on human resources for Windows plus SQL Server versus other solutions.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

I think the pricing is high, but I am not sure how much our organization is paying, as I am not part of the management team.

Hemanthreddy Vakiti

Data engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Valuable Features

Oracle Database is preferred for its reliability, robust security, scalability, high availability, and ability to efficiently manage large datasets.

SQL Server excels in usability, performance, and scalability, with tools and features boosting efficiency, reliability, and Microsoft compatibility.

Its data management capabilities include data quality, data integration, data architecture, modeling, and data security, which are very important for data-driven companies.

Ismail Aboulezz

Chief Executive Officer at LeaseWeb

Regarding what I value about Oracle Database, as far as execution is concerned, I think it is one of the best databases I have come across.

Praful Kolekar

Business Analyst at Tata Consultancy

The most valuable features in WebLogic Suite are its stability and security.

Muhammad Usman Muzaffar

Senior Vice President IT Operations at ZTBL

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Always On HADR functionality is one of the features that I use on a daily basis and one of my most used features, saving me lots of time, especially since previously I had to build a SQL cluster and Windows clusters that had many dependencies on shared infrastructure, but now with Always On, it is too stable with easy management and almost zero maintenance, which SQL Server handles itself.

reviewer2787105

Manager - Production Database Administration at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

I have been working with SQL Server for a long time, and it works well for me as I am using it in different applications, such as web applications, Windows applications, or the data warehouse reporting.

SandroChauca

Infrastructure Coordinator at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

The best features of SQL Server are availability and stability.

Gus Mtz

Subdirector of Support for Production at Servicios Electrónicos Globales -Oficial

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Categories and Ranking

Oracle Database

Ranking in Relational Databases Tools

2nd

Ranking in Database Management Systems (DBMS)

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

294

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SQL Server

Ranking in Relational Databases Tools

1st

Ranking in Database Management Systems (DBMS)

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

274

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Relational Databases Tools category, the mindshare of Oracle Database is 10.4%, down from 12.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SQL Server is 10.4%, down from 16.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Relational Databases Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SQL Server	10.4%
Oracle Database	10.4%
Other	79.2%

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Q&A Highlights

Sajesh Rajagopal

Vice President Information Technology at RBL Bank Ltd

Oct 05, 2023

Which solution do you prefer: Microsoft SQL Server's enterprise edition or Oracle Database's enterprise edition?

Your decision should ideally be based on: - The specific needs and existing infrastructure of your organization. - Cost considerations. - Desired features and potential future scaling. - Expertise available within your organization or your hiring intentions. I can provide a comparison based on the characteristics of Microsoft SQL Server's Enterprise Edition and Oracle Database's Enterprise Edition: 1. Licensing and Cost: - SQL Server: Historically, SQL Server has been considered to be more cost-effective than Oracle. Microsoft offers both core-based and CAL (Client Access License) based licensing options. - Oracle: Oracle is often perceived as more expensive, with its licensing based primarily on cores (with considerations for hyper-threading). There are also additional costs for add-on features which might be included in other platforms. 2. Platform Integration: - SQL Server: Tends to have better integration with other Microsoft products like Windows OS, .NET, Azure, etc. - Oracle: Oracle offers a wide range of integrated tools, but the integration might not be as smooth with non-Oracle products. 3. Performance: - Both databases are enterprise-grade and offer high performance, but the actual performance can depend on the specific use-case, database design, hardware, and many other factors. 4. Features: - SQL Server: SQL Server offers features like Always On Availability Groups, Columnstore Indexes, and integration with tools like Power BI. - Oracle: Offers advanced features like Real Application Clusters (RAC), Exadata optimizations, Advanced Compression, Partitioning, etc. Some of these features, however, come with additional licensing costs. 5. Ease of Use: - SQL Server: Often considered more user-friendly, especially for those organizations already embedded in the Microsoft ecosystem. - Oracle: Might have a steeper learning curve, but offers flexibility and depth for those familiar with it. 6. Cloud Integration: - SQL Server: Has tight integration with Azure, Microsoft's cloud solution. - Oracle: Oracle Cloud offers various services tailored to the Oracle Database, and the company has been pushing its cloud services aggressively.

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Philemon Olusegun

Qhse Manager at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

Reliable backups and high-capacity data management have transformed large-scale census projects

When it comes to how Oracle Database can be improved, for me it is all about training and development in terms of gamification, creating awareness, and spreading the word to aspiring database administrators and database developers. As I have used it in the past and in recent times, many people are trying to get into IT, so the opportunity exists. Oracle has the market opportunity to take this time to spread its offerings and ensure that many aspiring professionals are aware of its services and products. From my perspective, there is not much to add regarding the needed improvements for the interface and the documentation. I give it a nine because I think Oracle sometimes can make things complicated. You have many services, many products, and many tools for different use cases. So it is difficult for someone who is only used to a particular product, such as Oracle Database, to understand all the other products and services that it provides. Probably streamlining it and making it available with categorized use cases for specific job roles would help. If you are a database developer, these are the tools that you need to be familiar with in Oracle's suite of products, and if you are a database administrator, these are the tools. Categorizing them based on the job role or function of people who are accessing these products and providing training capabilities on how to use them and how these products interchange and talk to each other would be very important because that is one of the things I struggled with when I started my journey as an Oracle Database administrator. Having that visibility of all the software products and providing free training and documentation on how you can improve and which products are best suited for integration to your product from Oracle would go a long way to help organizations and professionals. Regarding Oracle Database's AI capabilities, I am very keen on its governance and security. I think more work needs to be done on the security and ensuring that the database for a large number of people is watertight. AI is here to stay; however, governance and more stress testing of the AI capabilities needs to be done to ensure there is no breach of data. I would rate it currently at 6 over 10 and there is room for improvement. As long as there are government policies and Oracle policies that can mitigate any breaches of data and serious security issues, releasing people's records over the internet, there is always room for improvement in that regard.

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Peter Larsson

Data Warehouse Lead at Resurs Bank AB (publ.)

Ledger and seamless integrations have strengthened trusted analytics and unified workloads

SQL Server's high availability and disaster recovery features work for supporting mission-critical applications, but there is much more to wish for. These features are not quite ready yet, although they do function. However, they could be significantly better. High availability and disaster recovery features should be improved in the next releases. I have noticed that everything could be improved or enhanced in the future, particularly temporal tables and window functions. Sometimes, I believe Microsoft releases features to stay ahead of competitors, but they do not make them feature-rich or feature-complete. They release something to be ahead of leaders and then seem to forget to maintain and upgrade them. I want Microsoft to pay more attention and be more mindful about the things they implement. It is fine to do a first release that works, but you cannot simply abandon it in the following years without service packs and improvements. You must continue to build on features rather than forgetting about them.

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Answers from the Community

Sajesh Rajagopal

Vice President Information Technology at RBL Bank Ltd

Oct 5, 2023

Which solution do you prefer: Microsoft SQL Server's enterprise edition or Oracle Database's enterprise edition?

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Patric Gehl

Managing Director at rpc GmbH

Oct 2, 2023

As always, it depends: First look is the area: on-premise server (your own hardware) or in the cloud? If you want to use your own server, look at the operating system? In my opinion, SQL Server fits best on Windows; Oracle on Unix/Linux. Next is your size of data and the application you want to use: rule of thumb: the more data, the more I tend to Oracle; but Oracle is not 'automatically better'! You need an expert to configure the system for optimal use! A simple setup is often not enough! (There are a lot of screws you can turn, but turning the wrong ones is a negative! And more Hardware is not the solution to a slow system). I think the first step is to look at which app creates and consume which data, where in your network is your data needed and then decide the RDBMS. I have worked for years in a mixed environment; we use a large Oracle RDBMS on AIX to store the large amount of data of several production systems; but also some SQL Server RDBMS to distribute data for some evaluations or reports. In the Oracle RDBMS are 30 Years of data of the whole production process; in SQL Servers are consolidated data for reporting. So first make a compilation of your existing data and application and the future requirements; then you can decide; and the result can also be a mixed world!

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Abdellateef Hasan

IT Manager at a insurance company with 201-500 employees

Oct 5, 2023

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

37%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	87
Midsize Enterprise	66
Large Enterprise	180

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	119
Midsize Enterprise	60
Large Enterprise	118

Questions from the Community

How do you run Oracle Database at your organization and why?

My company has been using Oracle Exadata Database Service for some years now, and we are happy with it. I will allow myself to answer your questions about why and what benefits it provides us with ...

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Do you know of any disadvantages of Oracle Database?

Undoubtedly, Oracle Database is a top product in its category. But it does have its disadvantages, and for me and my organization, that has been the limitations of the product. When it comes to Ora...

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What is the best use for Oracle Database?

Oracle Database is flexible and can be used for many things. My company's main use case for this product is for storing data. We benefit from its high level of security as well as from the fact tha...

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Would you say the price of SQL Server is high compared to that of similar products?

SQL Server is fairly priced because it has various editions, depending on the number of users, servers, or core packs you are using. If you compare the product to others in this category, the price...

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Has using SQL Server helped your organization in any way?

SQL Server has helped my organization through partitioning to distribute the workload, as it splits them up into smaller pieces so the machines can easily deal with it. However, this comes with a h...

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Which authentication mode is best for SQL Server?

My company connects through SQL Server authentication. We have company Windows accounts, but we do not want to connect the two, out of security concerns and to keep things separated for our own pur...

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Also Known As

Oracle 12c, RDBMS

Microsoft SQL Server, MSSQL, MS SQL

Overview

Oracle Database is renowned for its reliability, scalability, and performance, delivering high availability and security. It integrates seamlessly with other systems, providing exceptional data protection and backup, suitable for managing multiple applications and supporting large datasets.

Oracle Database offers a powerful platform for managing data across industries such as finance, manufacturing, and agriculture. It is particularly beneficial for ERP systems, data warehouses, and transactional processing. Users can harness advanced security measures, automation, and integration capabilities, though high pricing and complex licensing can deter smaller enterprises. The database's flexible yet intricate setup process requires advanced skills, while limited integration with other databases and cloud platforms can be a drawback. User interface improvements, along with enhancements in query optimization and support services, are areas for potential development.

What are Oracle Database's key features?

Reliability and Scalability: Delivers consistent performance and can handle increasing workloads.
High Availability: Features like Data Guard ensure database uptime and disaster recovery.
Advanced Security: Protects sensitive data with robust security measures.
Seamless Integration: Works well with existing systems and applications.
Data Management: Supports large datasets and complex computations for varied applications.

What benefits can users expect?

Security: Offers comprehensive data protection mechanisms.
Scalability: Easily adapts to changing data processing needs.
Performance: Provides strong transactional and analytical processing capabilities.
Flexibility: Supports diverse applications, from CRM to e-commerce.
Disaster Recovery: Ensures continuity with reliable backup solutions.

Industries like finance, manufacturing, and agriculture utilize Oracle Database for its ability to handle extensive transactions and data analyses. It's essential for ERP systems, supporting CRM, e-commerce, and healthcare applications with its robust infrastructure and disaster recovery options. Despite its challenges in pricing and complexity, it remains a top choice for organizations requiring reliable and high-performing databases.

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SQL Server is a comprehensive database management system known for ease of use, robust performance, and seamless Microsoft integration, making it a preferred choice for data management and analysis needs.

SQL Server offers high availability with Always On availability groups and dynamic memory configuration. It integrates effortlessly with Microsoft products via tools like SSMS and Visual Studio. Supporting advanced features such as replication, clustering, and in-memory OLTP, it provides a versatile platform for managing and analyzing significant data volumes securely and efficiently. While it shines in integration with .NET applications and business intelligence, there are opportunities to improve its scalability and integration with open-source platforms. Its licensing costs can be a barrier, and enhancements to management tools for non-technical users, along with better setup processes, would increase its appeal.

What are SQL Server's most important features?

User-Friendly GUI: Simplifies interaction with a visually intuitive interface.
High Availability: Always On availability groups ensure data redundancy.
Dynamic Memory Configuration: Efficient resource allocation for optimal performance.
Strong Transaction Management: Reliable processing of concurrent transactions.
Advanced Features: Includes replication, clustering, and in-memory OLTP.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Efficiency: Streamlined processes for faster data management and analysis.
Compatibility: Smooth integration with Microsoft products enhances productivity.
Security: Robust features protect against data breaches.
Adaptability: Supports various enterprise needs, from small to large scale.

SQL Server is implemented across industries for database management, data warehousing, and business intelligence. Companies in finance, ERP, and cloud deployments leverage its capabilities for transactional processing, .NET program integration, and reporting. Enterprises particularly benefit from its scalability and cost-efficiency when integrated with Azure for small and medium-sized operations.

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Sample Customers

Agncia Nacional de guas, Anbima, Aria Systems, Asiana Airlines, Astelit LLC, Australian Finance Group, Banco Occidental de Descuento, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, BT, Caja de Seguros S.A., Casas GEO S.A.B. de C.V., Comic Relief UK, Corsair Components Inc., CSAM Health AS, CSOB Group, Datacraft Solutions, DenizBank A.S., Department of Treasury and Finance WA, Office of State Revenue, Deutsche B_rse AG, Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Deutsche Messe AG, Digicel Haiti, DPR COSEA, Essar Group, Essatto Software Pty Ltd, Farmšcia e Drogaria Nissei Ltda., Fomento Econ‹mico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FEMSA), FundaÊo Petrobras de Seguridade Social, Future Group, GFKL Financial Services AG, Grupo Posadas S.A.B. de C.V., Grupo Sinosserra, Guerra S.A. Implementos Rodovišrios, Hanatour International Service, Hays plc, Henan Mobile Co. Ltd, Hochschule Hof, Hong Kong and China Technology (Wuhan) Co. Ltd (Towngas Technology), Industries Corpa_al C.A., Infrastructure Development Finance Company Limited, Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatstica, Instituto Mexicano de la Propiedad Industrial, Kcell, LinkShare Corporation, MercadoLibre Inc., MetLife Inc., Nextgen Distribution, €BB-IKT GmbH, Octagon Research Solutions, Pacific Lutheran University, Paragon Data GmbH, Ping ltd., PJSC Trustbank, Prodaub _ Processamento de Dados de Uberl_ndia, Purdue University, Redknee Inc., Robi Axiata Limited, Shanghai Infoservice Technology Co. Ltd, Shanghai Sihua Technologies Co. Ltd, Sistema de Aguas de la Ciudad de M_xico, Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Suddenlink Communications, Suprajit Engineering Limited, Tallink Grupp, Terminales Ro de la Plata S.A., Therap Services LLC, Think Passenger Inc., Trafigura, Transmed S.A.L Lebanon, ValeShop, VelQuest Corporation, Vodafone Group plc, West Virginia Network, WIND Hellas Telecommunications S.A

Microsoft SQL Server is used by businesses in every industry, including Great Western Bank, Aviva, the Volvo Car Corporation, BMW, Samsung, Principality Building Society, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario.

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