One of the SC.Soft long-time partners has completed an important stage of digital transformation: the migration of the SMS Firewall platform from the Oracle database to PostgreSQL. This step reflects a broader trend in the market: the transition to free and flexible software that is not burdened with licensing restrictions and costs.
Oracle has long been the standard for large companies due to its extensive functionality and reliable support. But it has a serious disadvantage: the high cost of licenses.
Why PostgreSQL
Completely free and open source. The operator does not need to pay for licenses or additional modules: this reduces costs and removes the risks of unexpected expenses.
Transparent budget planning. The absence of third-party payments and licenses makes it easier to predict the cost of operation and support.
Compliance with international standards. PostgreSQL supports ACID, SQL standards, and data protection regulations such as GDPR, which allows it to be used in different regions and industries.
Flexibility and scalability. Thanks to the open architecture, the database can be customized for any task and quickly adapted to new services.
Active community and constant development. PostgreSQL is developing rapidly, both user and developer support is top-notch.
Oracle remains a powerful enterprise system that is suitable for specific tasks and companies with relevant requirements. However, the economic situation and the development of technology make PostgreSQL an increasingly attractive solution.
The case of a major operator in Kazakhstan is a vivid confirmation of this. SC.Soft is ready to help you with the transition and support on both platforms, but we recommend that you carefully consider PostgreSQL if you want to reduce costs and get a flexible solution without binding to licenses.
