Oracle Database to PostgreSQL Migration

Key Highlights

This success story highlights the seamless migration of Oracle databases to PostgreSQL, using OptiSol’s advanced GenAI-powered migration tools.
The project reduced database-related operational costs by 80%, improved query performance by 60%, and provided scalability through cloud-optimized infrastructure.
By adopting PostgreSQL, the client achieved database independence, enhanced security, and improved compatibility with modern applications.

Problem Statement

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High Licensing and Maintenance Costs: The Oracle database environment incurred substantial licensing and maintenance expenses, straining the client’s budget.

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Vendor Lock-In: Oracle’s ecosystem limited the client’s flexibility and deployment options, hindering innovation and scalability.

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Complex Migration Requirements: The migration process involved converting proprietary Oracle PL/SQL logic, handling data dependencies, and ensuring accurate data object translation.

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Downtime Sensitivity: Business-critical operations required a migration strategy with minimal downtime.

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Data Security and Compliance: Ensuring GDPR compliance and robust security measures during migration was a top priority.

Solution Overview

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Automated Database Migration: OptiSol leveraged GenAI-powered tools to automate the migration of Oracle Data Objects and Code Objects, including tables, triggers, and partitions, ensuring high accuracy.

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Semantic Translation: Oracle PL/SQL code was semantically translated into PostgreSQL PL/pgSQL, preserving dependencies and functionality.

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Customization and Optimization: Datatypes were remapped, and redundant code was eliminated to ensure optimized performance on PostgreSQL.

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Downtime Mitigation: Real-time synchronization and incremental data migration ensured minimal disruption to operations.

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Enhanced Security: Encryption and robust access controls were implemented to safeguard sensitive data during and post-migration.

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Cloud Integration: PostgreSQL’s compatibility with cloud environments provided the client with a scalable and flexible infrastructure.

Business Impact

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Significant Cost Savings: Eliminated Oracle licensing fees, reducing database costs by 80%, driving substantial financial efficiency.

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Improved Query Performance: Achieved a 60% improvement in query processing speeds, enhancing operational productivity and user experience.

improvement in query processing speeds

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Scalability and Flexibility: Leveraged PostgreSQL’s cloud-readiness for a 50% boost in scalability, ensuring adaptability to evolving business needs.

boost in scalability

About The Project

A prominent enterprise heavily dependent on Oracle databases faced significant challenges with rising operational costs and limited scalability. Seeking a cost-effective and future-proof database solution, the client entrusted OptiSol with migrating their Oracle databases to PostgreSQL. The migration aimed to enhance performance, reduce costs, and eliminate vendor lock-in, leveraging OptiSol’s expertise in database modernization.

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