SQL Server

Microsoft, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Relational database engine behind many ERP and line-of-business systems, on-premises or in Azure.

  • Backups and point-in-time restore
  • Always On availability groups
  • Security: TDE, row-level security, auditing
  • SQL Server Agent jobs and maintenance plans
  • Performance monitoring with Query Store

Best for: Running and protecting ERP databases.

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Microsoft, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Cloud ERP for small and mid-sized businesses, and the successor to Dynamics NAV.

  • Finance, sales, purchasing and inventory
  • Upgrade path from Dynamics NAV
  • Integration with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform
  • Role-based permissions
  • Copilot features for business users

Best for: Moving from on-premises NAV to a cloud ERP.

MySQL

Oracle, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Popular open-source relational database behind many web applications.

  • Users, privileges and secure connections
  • mysqldump and binary log backups
  • Replication
  • Performance tuning basics

Best for: Supporting websites and open-source apps.

Oracle Database

Oracle, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Enterprise relational database used by large ERP and line-of-business systems.

  • Instances, tablespaces and users
  • RMAN backup and recovery
  • Patching and upgrades
  • Monitoring and performance

Best for: Supporting enterprise applications built on Oracle.

Oracle NetSuite

Oracle, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Cloud ERP for finance, inventory, order management and CRM.

  • Roles and permissions
  • Saved searches and reports
  • Integrations and SuiteScript
  • Multi-subsidiary accounting

Best for: Supporting fast-growing businesses on cloud ERP.

Sage 50

Sage, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Accounting software for small businesses, often running on a local server or workstation.

  • Company file hosting and backups
  • User access and permissions
  • Upgrades between versions
  • Network and performance troubleshooting

Best for: Keeping small-business accounting systems running.

Odoo

Odoo, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Open-source suite of business apps covering ERP, CRM, inventory, accounting and more.

  • Modular apps
  • Self-hosted or cloud
  • PostgreSQL database backups
  • Users, groups and access rights

Best for: Flexible ERP for smaller organisations.

Tally

Tally Solutions, SQL Server, databases & ERP

Accounting and inventory software widely used across South Asia and the Middle East.

  • Company data backup and restore
  • Multi-user access over the network
  • Licensing and upgrades
  • Data migration

Best for: Supporting accounting teams in businesses that use Tally.

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