“We bieden onze applicaties hosted aan en de data(bases) vormen het hart van ons cloud platform. We werken daar elke dag aan met een team van in-huis specialisten. OptimaData biedt ons een waardevolle toevoeging door daar van buitenaf kritisch naar te kijken en deskundige aanbevelingen te doen voor volgende stappen. Vervolgens helpen ze ons concreet met de implementatie daarvan. We voelen ons dan ook een gewaardeerde klant van OptimaData.”
Database management

What is databasemanagement?
Database management goes beyond merely storing and organizing data; it is a strategic approach to making data secure, accessible, and optimally deployable.
At OptimaData, we offer tailored database management solutions that not only ensure an efficient and secure data infrastructure but also contribute to cost savings, a reduced IT footprint, and optimal performance. Our expert approach helps you build a fast, robust, and future-proof data platform, enabling your organization to become more agile and competitive.
With our services, you can fully focus on your core activities while we, as your trusted advisor, not only monitor, adjust, and optimize your database environment but also provide strategic guidance and unburden your organization. Thanks to our deep expertise and proactive approach, we ensure a high-performing, cost-efficient, and future-ready data platform. Choose OptimaData and experience how our strategic support and technical excellence help your organization grow and innovate.
The key added value for clients compared to regular database administration includes:
- Advisory and strategy development:
Providing expert advice and developing strategic roadmap plans to optimize the database environment and align data management with the client’s business objectives. - Innovation and technological adoption:
Identifying and implementing the latest database and cloud technologies (such as cloud databases, cloud-native products, AI, machine learning, and automation) to enhance the performance and scalability of the database infrastructure and provide clients with a competitive edge.
Database management encompasses our entire service line along the axis of database consultancy and database administration.
What is the difference between database administration and database management?
Database administration
Database administration focuses on the technical and operational aspects, aimed at the daily maintenance of databases. Operational Efficiency.
Scope: Focused on daily operational tasks and ensuring the availability, performance, integrity, and security of the database.
- Installing and configuring database software
- Managing user permissions and access control
- Performing backups and recovery procedures
- Optimizing performance (indexing, query optimization, database tuning)
- Securing the database against unauthorized access
- Monitoring and maintaining the database environment
Database management
Database management focuses on the broader policies and strategies related to data utilization within the organization. Strategic Enablement.
Scope: Focused on long-term value creation and competitive advantage. It goes beyond the technical aspect and includes planning, governance, and policies surrounding data.
- Advisory and strategy development
- Innovation and technological adoption
- Designing database structures and models aligned with business objectives
- Data management and governance (quality, consistency, compliance)
- Developing policies and procedures for data usage and maintenance
- Integrating data from various sources and systems
- Supporting business processes and reporting requirements
- Sustainability and footprint reduction
Database consultancy
Database consultancy focuses on providing advice and carrying out tasks to achieve an optimal database management system. This includes advisory and hands-on support in:
- Design;
- Development;
- Implementation;
- Migration;
- Optimization;
- Administration;
- Innovation and technological adoption;
- Advisory and strategy development.

Database administration
With database administration, OptimaData monitors your database’s performance using modern and automated technology. When necessary, we take proactive action to prevent issues with your database. With a well-thought-out maintenance plan, monitoring, and regular HealthChecks, you are assured of optimally functioning databases. Whether you need us as a third-line support, a part-time remote DBA, or even just 24/7 standby so your own team can sleep peacefully—we’ve got you covered. And if needed, we’ll jump out of bed for you!
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De benefits of database management
A well-implemented database management system offers numerous benefits that directly contribute to the growth and efficiency of your organization:
Faster decision-making: With real-time access to structured and optimized data, you can quickly respond to market developments and make strategic decisions based on up-to-date insights. Advanced query optimization and data indexing ensure immediate availability of relevant information.
Cost savings: Efficient database management prevents redundant data storage, minimizes the load on IT infrastructure, and avoids performance degradation through automated tuning and archiving strategies. This helps lower operational costs and increase productivity.
Footprint & sustainability: Through advanced database management strategies such as data archiving, compression, and cloud optimization, you can significantly reduce your IT footprint. This results in more efficient use of resources, hardware, and energy, which not only saves costs but also contributes to your organization’s sustainability goals. With a future-oriented approach, we assist in implementing eco-friendly solutions that consume less server space and energy, enabling a more sustainable business operation.
Enhanced security and compliance: With robust access controls, encryption, and monitoring mechanisms, you ensure that sensitive business information remains protected and compliant with regulations such as GDPR and ISO standards. Regular audits and compliance reporting minimize risks and strengthen governance.
Robert Stoppels

Our approach: From administration to strategic management
“OptimaData biedt zowel de expertise als de flexibiliteit die wij nodig hebben.”
Bas Roos

Types database management
The database experts at OptimaData are among the best in the Netherlands. As such, they have extensive knowledge to manage your database to perfection. Whether you are using PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, MongoDB or NoSQL,: our DBAs know their way around!
PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL is the strongest growing and most mature open source database platform, making it a good alternative to licensed products such as Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server. It provides an alternative to both open source database management systems, such as MySQL and Firebird, and proprietary systems, such as Oracle, Sybase and Microsoft SQL Server. PostgreSQL is not managed or controlled by a single company; as an open source platform, it relies on a global community of developers and companies. Thanks to our partnership with EDB, we also have an Enterprise solution with support.
MySQL
MySQL is the basis of many Internet applications and standalone software. Over the years, MySQL has become one of the most popular SQL databases, thanks in part to increasing popularity and reliance on open source platforms. MySQL is widely used in conjunction with Linux, Apache and PHP or Perl. This combination of software is called LAMP.
MariaDB
MariaDB is also a relational database management system (RDBMS). This platform originated as an open source offshoot of MySQL and is therefore largely compatible with MySQL. It is written in C, C++ and Perl. MariaDB is made available under the terms of the GPL. MariaDB is currently one of the most popular relational database systems. While maintaining application compatibility with MySQL®, it adds new capabilities to meet the new challenges in Web and enterprise applications.
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server is a relational database management system developed by Microsoft. It supports a dialect of SQL, the most commonly used database language. It is commonly used by organizations for small to medium-sized databases. Microsoft SQL Server is a further development of Sybase and is Microsoft’s product in the enterprise database market. MS SQL Server competes in this market with products from companies such as Oracle, IBM and Sybase.
Sybase
SAP/Sybase ASE (Adaptive Server Enterprise) is a relational database management system that has been fully integrated into SAP since 2010. Sybase ASE is a versatile, enterprise-class RDBMS that is especially good at handling Online Transaction Processing (OLTP) workloads. This is why Sybase is used extensively in finance and E-commerce, as well as in many other industries. Stability and availability are paramount with Sybase ASE products. In addition to ASE, IQ and SQL Anywhere (ASA, Adaptive Server Anywhere) are also products developed and marketed by Sybase.
MongoDB
MongoDB is a document database with the scalability and flexibility you want with the querying and indexing you need. This open source oriented database is written in C++, with documents stored as BSON (Binary JSON). The database can be easily distributed across different computers to allow for distributed data processing.
NoSQL
The term NoSQL stands for Not Only SQL and is used for a new and increasingly popular type of database systems that differ in several ways from their classic relational counterparts. The number of NoSQL products is growing rapidly, making it often difficult to base a choice on pre-formulated requirements. The differences between similar solutions are sometimes subtle, and all the details deserve careful attention. OptimaData helps you determine which NoSQL variant or Hybrid solution works best for your situation.
DBaaS
Managed databases, or Database as a Service, is a cloud service that provides users with limited access to a database without the need to set up physical hardware, install or configure software. The cloud provider handles these tasks, and through a management console, you can deploy, modify or delete database instances. These managed databases offer similar functionality to a standard relational or non-relational database, and you pay only for what you use. And although DBaaS providers claim that a DBA is not needed, it is wise to have a DBA expert at your disposal as a supervisor, Trusted Advisor or cooperating (remote) DevOps team member.