Blue Crystal Solutions: Oracle Partners since 2004
We have been Oracle Partners since our beginning in 2004. Our history has enabled us to become experts in Oracle technology and the innovations their tools can enable.
Our longevity in the market tells us that technology isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why as an Oracle partner, we always work together to leverage joint solutions for our clients.
We have been implementing solutions with every Oracle Database release since 10g, as well as with Oracle Middleware and Oracle eBusiness Suite (EBS), on-premises and in the cloud.
An Oracle Partner since our beginning, we’ve grown into a specialised supplier of Cloud, Application, Database, Infrastructure and Operating System management, modernisation and transformation services, all fortified by our integrated outage protection tool – BlueDiamond.
Certified Oracle experts, delivering outcome focused technical solutions.
Navigating Oracle technology is in our DNA
Wherever our customers technology roadmap takes them next, we have tech partners like Oracle to lean on and in-house experts to help guide them through any and all technology transitions.
OUR ORACLE SUPPORT & SERVICES
24×7 Support: Australian-based service desk, aligned to ITIL/ITSM standards, all fortified by our outage protection and monitoring tool, BlueDiamond.
Oracle databases: 10g, 11g, 12c, 19c & more
Database hosting and Virtualization: Oracle Linux, Oracle VM, new OLVM, Solaris and x86 based solutions.
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Complete cloud infrastructure & platform services for every workload.
Oracle middleware support, installation & upgrades across versions.
End-to-end database management: Performance Tuning, Data Warehousing, Backup & Recovery, Upgrades, Data ETL Operations.
Database High Availability & database clustering: Oracle RAC (10g,11g,12c and 19c), third party clustering solutions.
Database Continuity/Disaster Recovery: Oracle Data Guard and standby databases, storage-based DR solutions, and other replication based DR solutions.
Migration & configuration projects involving moving on-premise environments into AWS cloud including migrating from Oracle to Postgres.
Automation: Terraform in AWS & Azure – native automation used by Oracle.
Database Security Assessment Comprehensive review of your Databases using the Oracle Database Security Assessment Tool (DBSAT).
Roadmap to cloud: "Will my existing Oracle licenses be enough?"
Building your roadmap to the cloud but needing to understand what to expect? Explore how our data insight services can help you answer the big cloud questions, such as:
- “What might it look like?”
- “What would the cost be?”
- “Will more licenses be required?”
- “Will my existing Oracle licenses be enough when they are worth less in AWS or Azure?”
Your first move before your next move should always be to fully understand your current IT footprint. Primesize can help you understand your IT landscape to ensure you make the right decisions, especially when it comes to making the move to the cloud or optimising your current cloud footprint.
Our Primesize Data Insight Services can create Target Architecture Reports that determines resource requirements, provides advice for the optimum target architecture, and considers license constraints, consolidation opportunities and costs, e.g., On-Premise vs Hyperscale Cloud. This report determines the feasibility of alternative architectures and provides an environment roadmap to the cloud.
Once you’re in the cloud, we can help you focus on innovation, not maintenance, with a fully managed cloud environment.
Exadata Experts
Did you know we were one of the firsts to successfully move an Oracle Exadata environment to AWS EC2? Bypassing high I/O requirements and the need for additional licensing. The business benefits to the customer included:
- Increased operational efficiencies and overall business performance
- No additional investment in Oracle licensing
- Reduced migration time through automation.
Our Oracle Certifications
Investing in our team is one of our top priorities. Our specialists have achieved a variety of technical certifications.
Our team drive the thought leadership behind many technical innovations, which we document and make available to our community.
Our Oracle Certifications include, but are not limited to:
- Oracle 10g/11g/12c Database Administrator Certified Professionals
- Oracle Linux Administrator Certified Associate
- Oracle Database SQL Certified Expert
- Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Master
- Oracle Certified Specialist 11g Database Security
- Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud 2023 Certified Professional
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Certified Foundations Associate
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Certified Architect Associate
- Oracle Cloud Data Management 2023 Certified Foundations Associate
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Certified Multicloud Architect Associate
- Postgres 13 Associate
How we use Oracle's Database Security Assessment Tool (DBSAT)
In the age of data breaches and ever-evolving data protection and privacy regulations, it is more important than ever for organisations to be confident that their databases are secure. However, it can be difficult to know whether the databases are configured correctly, who has access to it, and where sensitive data is stored.
As Oracle experts, we leverage the Oracle Database Security Assessment Tool (DBSAT) to help identify areas where your database configuration, operation, or implementation introduces risks. From this we’re able to recommend changes and controls to help you mitigate those risks.
Learn more about what we can do with Oracle Technology below.
Blue Crystal Solutions successfully delivered a complex Oracle Exadata migration for a key client in the energy sector. By consolidating their infrastructure, ensuring continuous availability, and improving operational performance, BCS enabled the client to future-proof their database environment. Here's how we partnered with our client to overcome their business challenges.
Oracle second year support fees have increased. Learn how Blue Crystal Solutions can help you navigate these changes in Oracle Premier Support contracts.
For organisations looking to modernise their database infrastructure, Oracle Exadata comes with unmatched performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency make it a top choice for businesses across various industries, from finance and healthcare to retail and manufacturing. Here's everything you need to know.
Oracle Database@AWS is here. Customers can now access Oracle Autonomous Database and Oracle Exadata Database Service in AWS, simplifying the migration and deployment of enterprise workloads to the cloud while improving agility, flexibility, and security.
Integrating Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools with your Oracle Database offers additional context to critical security events, enabling more precise threat detection and response.
Password management is essential. Why? 80% of data breaches involve weak, default, or reused passwords. Imagine the devastating impact a data breach could have on your business’s reputation and bottom line. Don’t let a data breach cripple your business,
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is rapidly becoming the cloud platform of choice for enterprises that need high performance, cost-efficiency, security, and flexibility. The benefits of OCI are clear—from high-performance workloads and cost-effective solutions to advanced security features and AI capabilities. Partnering with Blue Crystal Solutions allows businesses to harness the power of cloud.
The AWS vs Microsoft Azure vs Google Cloud vs Oracle Cloud comparison you need is here. We've delved in deep and highlighted the key differences between these cloud options in services, pricing, and global reach, helping you make an informed decision for your business.
With our Active Directory Integration service, we can significantly enhance your Oracle Database security by enforcing consistent policies, providing robust auditing, and reducing the risk of unauthorized access. This service involves designing and implementing a Proof of Concept (POC) of Oracle Centrally Managed Users (CMU) with Microsoft Active Directory (AD).
Ensuring a seamless database migration transition to AWS cloud required the collective capabilities of NEXTGEN Optima and Blue Crystal Solutions to develop a migration strategy to AWS Cloud that would minimise disruption to Macquarie University's campuses, faculty, and hospital.
When our Logistics client required a comprehensive health check and ongoing support for their two critical Oracle databases which supported the JD Edwards Logistics package essential for their distribution function, Blue Crystal Solutions were able to step in and remove the risks of instability, lack of future support, performance issues, non-scalable custom code and more.
Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager (OLVM) is a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective solution for managing virtual environments. Whether you're looking to reduce costs, enhance security, or integrate with Oracle's cloud services, OLVM provides the tools and features you need to succeed. As virtualization plays a critical role in modern IT strategies, OLVM delivers enterprise-grade performance and reliability.