Database Management provides secure, scalable and professionally administered database environments to support administrative applications. These services ensure that university data is stored, accessed, and maintained efficiently, with a focus on performance, integrity, and compliance. ITS offers expertise in database design, deployment, optimization, and ongoing support to meet the evolving needs of departments and units.
Details
Database services are delivered by Information Technology Services (ITS) and include provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of relational and non-relational databases. Support is available for both on-premises and cloud-hosted environments.
- Access Points: Database services are accessed through university-supported platforms and applications, or via direct connection for approved users.
- Associated Documentation: Database usage guidelines, access control policies, and backup procedures
Key Features
- Database provisioning and configuration (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)
- Performance tuning and query optimization
- Backup and recovery planning
- Security and access control management
- Support for application integration and data migration
Benefits
- Reliable and secure data storage for university systems
- Improved performance and scalability for applications
- Reduced risk of data loss through managed backups
- Compliance with university data governance and security policies
- Expert support for troubleshooting and optimization
Audience
- Administrative Units: Support enterprise applications and reporting systems
- IT Support Teams: Integrate databases with departmental applications
- System Developers: Build and maintain data-driven solutions