Flash memory changes the consolidation equation – here's how it addresses the I/O bottleneck that historically made high-density database consolidation impractical.

Consolidating databases onto shared infrastructure only works if you understand the capacity model – including the art and risk of overcommitting resources.

Once you've decided to consolidate, the next question is where shared infrastructure should diverge. This post examines the key architectural design choices and their trade-offs.

Database consolidation means more than moving databases onto bigger iron – it means turning them into managed services. Here are the business drivers and technical obstacles that define the journey.