Managed Services - Monitoring and Alerting

Best Monitoring and Alerting with Stedman Solutions SQL Server Managed Services

Effective SQL Server management starts with comprehensive monitoring and timely alerting. At Stedman Solutions, we have perfected the art of SQL Server monitoring, combining cutting-edge tools with customized solutions to ensure your databases are always performing at their best. Because, our approach to monitoring and alerting stands out in the industry, offering unparalleled protection and peace of mind.

Database Health Monitor: Your First Line of Defense

At the heart of our monitoring solution is the Database Health Monitor—a powerful tool we developed to provide continuous, in-depth monitoring of your SQL Server environment. While this tool is designed to track a wide range of critical metrics, including server performance, disk usage, query performance, potential issues are identified early. Therefore, allowing us to take proactive measures to prevent problems before they impact your operations.

Key features of Database Health Monitor include:

Real-Time Monitoring: Track the health and performance of your SQL Server in real-time.
Comprehensive Dashboard: Access a user-friendly interface that displays all the critical metrics in one place.
Customizable Reports: Generate detailed reports tailored to your specific needs and requirements.

Daily Monitoring Script: Consistent and Thorough Checks

Although, our monitoring doesn’t stop at automated tools. We also employ a daily monitoring script designed to perform consistent and thorough checks on your SQL Server environment. This script runs every day, scanning for a variety of potential issues that might not be immediately visible through standard monitoring tools.

What our daily monitoring script covers:

Backup Verification: Ensures that all backups are completed successfully and are restorable.
Error Log Review: Automatically reviews SQL Server error logs for any signs of trouble.
Index Health: Checks for fragmented or missing indexes that could affect performance.
Job Monitoring: Verifies that all scheduled jobs are running as expected.
And over 150 other items.

Undeniably, this daily diligence ensures that even the smallest issues are caught and addressed promptly, maintaining the stability and performance of your SQL Server environment.

Custom Alerting: Tailored to Your Environment

Every SQL Server environment is unique, and so are the challenges it faces. That’s why we offer custom alerting for each client, ensuring that the alerts you receive are relevant, timely, and actionable. Whereas, we work closely with you to understand your specific needs and configure alerts that align with your business priorities.

Our custom alerting includes:

Threshold-Based Alerts: Receive notifications when key metrics exceed predefined thresholds, allowing for immediate intervention.
Custom Alerts for Critical Events: Set up alerts for specific events or conditions that are particularly important to your business.
Flexible Delivery Options: Choose how and when you receive alerts, whether via email, SMS, or through a dedicated monitoring dashboard.

This tailored approach ensures that you’re never overwhelmed by unnecessary alerts and can focus on what truly matters.

Proactive Issue Resolution

Our monitoring and alerting aren’t just about identifying issues—they’re about resolving them before they can affect your business. With our proactive approach, we don’t wait for alerts to escalate; we act on them immediately. This means that many issues are resolved behind the scenes, often before you’re even aware there was a potential problem.

Regular Reviews and Optimization

Monitoring is not a set-it-and-forget-it process. We regularly review your SQL Server environment’s performance, using the data gathered from our monitoring tools and custom alerts to optimize your setup. These regular reviews help us identify trends, optimize queries, and ensure that your SQL Server continues to meet your business needs as it grows.

Stay Ahead with the Best Monitoring and Alerting

At Stedman Solutions, we combine the power of advanced tools like Database Health Monitor with daily monitoring scripts and custom alerting to deliver the best monitoring and alerting in the industry. Our approach ensures that your SQL Server environment is not only protected but also optimized for peak performance. Contact us today to learn more about how our monitoring and alerting solutions can keep your SQL Server environment running smoothly and efficiently.