SQL Server Managed Services
For Operational Confidence and Peak Performance
Expert SQL Server management with unlimited DBA support, 24/7 monitoring, and proactive optimizations
Why Choose Red9?
Unparalleled SQL Server Expertise, Proven Results, and Unlimited Support
Managing SQL Servers can be overwhelming, especially when performance issues or unexpected downtime arise. Red9’s SQL Server Managed Services take the stress out of database management with industry-leading expertise, continuous improvements, and a model built on proactive solutions.
What’s Included in Our SQL Server Managed Services?
Unlimited DBA Support, 24/7 Monitoring, and Monthly Performance Enhancements
When you partner with Red9, you’ll receive:
- Unlimited DBA Support: We’re the only provider that offers unlimited support requests. No matter how many questions or issues arise, we’ve got you covered with no extra fees.
- Proactive 24/7 Monitoring: Our advanced tools track your SQL environment around the clock, identifying issues before they can affect performance.
- Monthly Performance Tuning: Continuous improvements ensure your SQL Server is always optimized, preventing costly downtimes and improving efficiency.
- Comprehensive SQL Health Checks: We conduct a 145-point SQL Server Health Check to assess performance, reliability, security, and overall system health. This is the most thorough SQL audit available in the industry.
- Ongoing System Enhancements: Red9 doesn’t just manage your database—we improve it every month. From tuning slow queries to automating fixes, we ensure your system evolves as your business grows.
SQL Managed Services – Your Key to Long-Term Success
Let Red9 Handle Your Database, So You Can Focus on Growing Your Business
Our managed services don’t just prevent problems – they empower your business to run faster, smoother, and with fewer disruptions. SQL Server is a critical part of your infrastructure, and when it performs well, so does your business.
More SQL Advantages We Offer
High Availability (HA)
Keep your system running 24/7 with Red9’s HA solutions customized to your needs.
Disaster Recovery (DR)
We design robust DR strategies that ensure you’re always prepared for the unexpected.
Security Assessments
Protect your database with comprehensive security reviews, ensuring compliance with the latest standards and best practices.
Cloud Migrations
Moving to the cloud? Red9 offers seamless migration services to help you transition minimal downtime.
Best Managed SQL Services Rates with One All-Inclusive Subscription
Trust Red9 – Backed by Client Success Stories
We Deliver Measurable Results, Proven by Our Clients
Red9 has helped businesses save thousands in downtime costs, improve system performance, and reduce cloud costs. Our track record speaks for itself.
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Proactive support, smooth systems, no outages
Red9 has transformed our SQL Server management. Their proactive monitoring and unlimited DBA support have given us confidence that our systems are always running smoothly. We’ve avoided outages and seen a major improvement in performance.
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Unmatched peace of mind
Their expertise and quick response times have been vital to our operational success. The peace of mind that Red9 offers is unmatched in the industry.
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How SQL Managed Services Benefit Your Business
Optimize Your SQL Servers, Minimize Downtime, and Maximize Performance
SQL Managed Services provide operational peace of mind, allowing businesses to offload the burden of day-to-day database management. With Red9’s managed services, you’ll experience:
Increased Performance
Red9 ensures that your SQL Servers run at peak speed by continuously improving slow queries and performance tuning processes.
Reduced Cost
Red9 frequently reduces SQL costs by 25-75% by right-sizing your environment, helping you eliminate unnecessary spending.
24/7 Support and Monitoring
With around-the-clock monitoring and 24×7 response, Red9 prevents issues before they impact your business.
Why Red9?
The Red9 Difference: Expertise, Transparency, and Results
Red9 Exclusive Focus on Microsoft SQL Servers
At Red9, we specialize exclusively in Microsoft SQL Servers. Our laser focus on one platform gives us an unfair advantage over competitors who split their attention across multiple vendors. By mastering one platform, we deliver superior performance, reliability, and solutions that others can’t match.
Unlimited DBA Support
We’re the only SQL Service provider offering unlimited DBA support as part of our managed services. You can submit as many support requests as needed—no extra charges. Whether you’re facing routine issues or complex challenges, Red9’s senior-level DBAs are always available to help.
Most Comprehensive SQL Health Check
We offer the most comprehensive (FREE) 145-point SQL Server Health Check in the industry. We evaluate every aspect of your environment – performance, security, hardware, and high availability – to give you a comprehensive overview of your system’s health and identify areas for improvement.
Guaranteed 24/7 Support with SLAs
Red9 provides 24/7 support with guaranteed Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Whether it’s a small performance issue or a critical outage, our team is available around the clock, ensuring your SQL Servers stay running smoothly. Our SLAs are designed to guarantee rapid response times and expert problem-solving, giving you operational peace of mind.
Certified Microsoft and Azure Partners
As certified Microsoft and Azure Partners, we leverage the latest technologies and best practices to ensure your SQL environment is future-proof. Our team stays ahead of industry changes, giving you access to cutting-edge tools and insights that keep your systems running smoothly and securely.
Proactive Monitoring, Self-Healing Fixes, and Continuous Improvement
With Red9, your SQL Servers are constantly monitored by our advanced tools, which are designed to detect and fix issues before they impact your business. Our self-healing fixes ensure that small problems never escalate into major issues, and monthly performance tuning keeps your environment optimized for peak efficiency.
Predictable, Transparent Pricing
Our pricing is transparent and predictable. With Red9, you won’t encounter hidden fees or unexpected costs. Our all-inclusive managed services package covers everything you need, from monitoring and support to performance tuning. The only extras are for 24×7 emergency support and project work, which most clients rarely require.
Client Success Stories
Red9 has more documented client success stories and testimonials than any other SQL Server consulting company. Our clients trust us to deliver measurable results—whether that means improving system performance, reducing cloud costs, or preventing critical outages.
Custom Solutions and Flexibility
Every business is unique, and so are your SQL Server needs. That’s why we offer customized solutions tailored to fit your specific environment. We provide flexible contracts, allowing you to scale services up or down as needed. Our engagements always start with a scoping call to ensure our solutions are the perfect fit for your business.
Bank-Level Security and Compliance
We know that security is critical. Red9 uses bank-level security protocols to keep your data safe and compliant with industry regulations. We also carry cyber insurance, providing peace of mind for both Red9 and our clients in the event of a major incident.
Get More for Your Money
Our service model is radically different from traditional DBA options. Red9 offers day-to-day support, architectural consulting, and proactive monitoring at a fraction of the cost of hiring in-house DBAs. We’re more than just a support team—we help you make strategic decisions that future-proof your SQL environment, ensuring you’re always getting the best performance and value.
Get Started with Red9 – Free SQL Server Health Check
Identify Hidden Performance Issues and Take the First Step Toward a Better SQL Environment
Ready to experience the Red9 difference? Start with a Free SQL Server Health Check. We’ll analyze every aspect of your SQL environment, uncover hidden risks, and provide a roadmap to optimize your performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in Managed SQL Services?
- Unlimited Support, which means you can ask us to create a stored proc, perform a tune for something that you think is too slow, or just do whatever is needed today.
- 24×7 support, which means we are ready when you need us, even its a Christmas night.
- Periodic Performance Tuning, which means your SQL will be getting faster and faster.
- Self-Healing Fixes, which means that we will resolve problems before they impact your business. And do it fast.
- And a lot more!
What is NOT included in Managed Services?
Two things fall outside our Managed Services:
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Project Work: Upgrades, migrations, and other project-based work are billed separately. However, as a Managed Services client, you benefit from a discounted hourly rate on these services.
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24×7 Emergency Support: For urgent, after-hours assistance—like waking our DBA team at 3 AM—an additional charge applies. It’s worth noting that most clients experience zero emergencies over the course of a year.
How are Red9 Managed Services different from hiring a full-time DBA?
With Red9, you have a team of senior-level DBAs who specialize in SQL Server management—available 24/7, so you’re never left without support. Unlike a full-time DBA, we provide proactive monitoring and self-healing fixes to prevent issues before they occur, all at a fraction of the cost of an in-house hire.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency support?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency support as part of our managed services. If a critical issue arises, our team is immediately alerted and responds swiftly—averaging a 15-minute response time over the last 12 months. Our Guaranteed SLAs ensure quick action and minimal downtime, any time of day or night.
What database platforms do you support?
We specialize exclusively in Microsoft SQL Server, allowing us to deliver unmatched expertise and solutions specifically tailored to this platform. Our focused approach ensures you receive the highest quality service for your SQL environment.
Can Red9 reduce my SQL costs?
Yes, our services include SQL cost reduction. With Red9 Managed Services, you could cut SQL costs by 25%, 50%, or even 75% in some cases—often enough to cover the cost of our services for an entire year.
Can Red9 support my team if I already have an in-house DBA?
Absolutely! We frequently work in co-managed environments, providing 24/7 coverage, monitoring, alerting, performance tuning, backlog management, DR/HA, complex migrations, and day-to-day support—allowing your team to focus on strategic priorities.
What does onboarding look like for Managed Services?
Onboarding typically takes 30-60 days and includes these steps:
- Free SQL Server Health Check: We start by assessing your current setup to understand your needs.
- Remediation: Based on the health check, we fix any issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Deployment of Red9’s Tools, Monitoring, and Alerting: We set up our tools to catch every detail, ensuring we’re alerted to any server blip and can respond immediately.
Download the PDF to see how our SQL Server Managed Services work.
Have More Questions?
We’re here to help. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact us for more information or schedule your Free SQL Server Health Check to get started.