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Reliable, Scalable Data Infrastructure
Moving your Access data to a Microsoft SQL Server backend allows you to keep your existing forms, reports, and interface intact. You retain the simplicity and flexibility of Access on the front end, while SQL Server provides the power, speed, and security of an enterprise-grade database engine.
At Office Experts Group, we've helped hundreds of Australian organisations upgrade their Access databases to SQL Server, delivering faster performance, stronger data protection, and improved reliability without disrupting daily operations.
Advanced authentication and encryption: SQL Server supports Windows authentication, role-based access, and encrypted connections.
Centralised storage: No more data on local drives or shared folders. SQL Server stores everything securely on the server, reducing the risk of accidental loss or theft.
Regulatory compliance: Built-in auditing and security logging help meet business and government data protection requirements.
💡 Example: If someone copies an Access file from your network, they can walk away with your data. With SQL Server, only authorised users can query or update information — all access is controlled at the server level.
"From wider data-security research (not SQL-specific): Organisations that implement encryption at rest/transit face 58% fewer data breaches compared to those that don't."
— Moldstud: Deep Dive into SQL Database Security
Transaction-safe operations (ACID compliance) ensure your data remains accurate even during power loss or network failure.
Automatic backups and recovery tools protect against data loss.
Transaction logging makes it possible to roll back errors or recover data from specific points in time.
No more "Database has been corrupted" messages or downtime due to bloated Access files.
ODBC or Linked Tables: Access frontends connect to SQL Server via ODBC or Linked Tables, preserving your existing forms and reports.
Power BI, Excel, and SharePoint: Integrate easily with Power BI, Excel, and SharePoint for advanced reporting and dashboards.
Cloud-ready deployment: Deploy your SQL Server in-house or on Microsoft Azure for secure remote access and global collaboration.
SQL Server processes queries on the server, sending only the results to Access reducing network traffic by avoiding browser functions.
Supports tens or even hundreds of users working concurrently, compared to Access which begins to slow or corrupt after 10-20 users.
Easily handles databases from a few megabytes to multiple terabytes.
Forms and reports that can take minutes to load now open in seconds.
SQL Server transforms database administration from a time-consuming chore into a streamlined process. Through SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), you gain centralised control over all database operations from a single, intuitive interface. Schedule automated maintenance tasks, monitor performance metrics in real-time, and configure performance tuning parameters without disrupting daily operations.
Built-in auditing and version control capabilities track every data change, providing the accountability and compliance documentation vital for regulatory requirements and internal governance.
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