New Quest Software Updates Help Accelerate Enterprise Adoption of PostgreSQL

Systems management, data protection and security software company Quest Software Inc. today announced two updates designed to accelerate enterprise adoption of the open-source relational database management system PostgreSQL.

The new updates allow customers to streamline migrations to PostgreSQL and then optimize its performance and availability. Combined, the two updates help companies embrace modern database confidentiality while minimizing risk and costs.

The first new solution, Foglight with the Performance Investigator add-on for PostgreQLE, is designed to improve database observability and performance optimization. The solution provides in-depth workload analysis, helping database administrators identify inefficient queries, resolve resource bottlenecks, and address locking issues. By delivering advanced insights, Foglight enables enterprises to maintain optimal database performance and ensure smooth application experiences.

Foglight provides a unified view of multiple database environments, not just PostgreSQL, with support for multiple environments critical for enterprises managing complex, multi-cloud or hybrid landscapes. Foglight provides consistent insight, allowing organizations to proactively address performance challenges and avoid costly downtime.

The second new solution announced today, SharePlex, provides robust data replication and migration capabilities tailored to minimize disruptions during PostgreSQL adoption.

SharePlex supports PostgreSQL 17.0, Oracle 23ai, MariaDB 11.4.2, and Google AlloyDB, providing real-time data synchronization across platforms. The solution includes advanced features that allow organizations to migrate databases while reducing downtime and ensuring data accuracy and business continuity.

SharePlex also includes Compare and Fix features that address data discrepancies during migrations. The tool allows organizations to use legacy systems and PostgreSQL in parallel to enable phased transitions and thorough testing without disrupting critical activities.

“With our new offering, timed with the release of PostgreSQL 17.0, Quest aims to enable organizations to effectively deploy PostgreSQL, maximize performance and simplify data migration to unlock the full value of their data,” said Bharath Vasudevan, vice -president of product management at Quest software. “Our tools are designed to fill critical gaps and provide companies with the advanced capabilities they need to not only survive, but thrive in this era of big data, artificial intelligence and large language models.”

Quest, once a business unit of Dell Technologies Inc., has been owned by private equity firm Clearlake since 2021.

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