As well as web development, I also provide database development and management services, removing the hassle of processing data the old-fashioned way.
Your business has to handle a lot of data, and this puts pressure on you and your database. If the latter isn’t up to the task, or you’re concerned about its security and longevity, let’s work together and create a solution that suits you.
And if you aren’t sure how database development for businesses works, let me explain…
Few businesses can function without data, and for most it’s an integral part of their day to day operation. From customer details to payment management to supplies and stocks; data keeps things running smoothly.
Database development is necessary to ensure that this data is handled correctly and is stored in compliance with GDPR. If you have a solid database, you can access data at any time, but it’s also safe from cyber-attacks.
There are plenty of ‘off-the-shelf’ databases available, but these are often exploitable, and can be frustrating to use if they don’t suit your business.
But just having a database isn’t enough, it also needs to be managed properly.
Database management is necessary to stay ahead of the curve. Not only is a well-managed database harder for cyber criminals to gain access to, it’ll also scale with your business, so it’s always exactly what you need it to be.
If I build your database for you, it becomes a lot easier to manage. I’ll understand it better than anyone, and will therefore ensure it’s always on the cutting edge.
But that doesn’t mean I can’t work with existing databases! If your current database isn’t up to scratch, I help to upgrade it, and then manage it to ensure it stays fit for purpose.
If your database is exploitable, your whole business is at risk. That database may contain employee data, customer data, as well as important information about your products and services.
This is all data that can be very lucrative to your rivals. Every industry has its bad eggs, and many of your competitors may be willing to pay for your data if it becomes available online. This is something cyber attackers know all too well, and is how they make a profitable living breaking into databases like your own.
Horror stories about cyber-attacks are what keep business owners awake at night. If you find yourself constantly asking ‘is my database good enough?’ and ‘will my data always be safe?’, we need to have a chat.
If you chose an ‘off-the-shelf’ solution for your database, that means it’s more exploitable than something bespoke. SMEs often choose these options because they’re more affordable and faster to set up, and it many ways they’re exactly what you need.
But over time, you may outgrow your database, and as it gets older it may develop weaknesses, or hackers learn new ways to gain access. It also might not be GDPR compliant anymore, which can lead to serious legal issues.
I’ll conduct a thorough assessment of your database, digitally poking and prodding to see if there any weaknesses. If you contacted me because of a data leak or errors, I’ll also find out the cause so we can take action.
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Once these issues have been identified, I’ll get to work reinforcing your database. This could be rewriting the system from the ground up, or making minor tweaks that patch its weaknesses. All of this will be done quickly and within the GDPR guidelines, so your database isn’t vulnerable for a moment longer than it needs to be.
I can then manage your database, keeping a close eye on things to see if any more issues crop up, and acting fast to fix them. It isn’t just quick patches either, these will be fundamental changes that ensure fewer issues in the future.
Running a business is stressful enough without having to worry about the security of your database. Either you think it might have weaknesses, or you’ve had recent data leaks or data errors that have disrupted your organisation and harmed your reputation.
By working with me, it’ll be a weight off your mind, and you can focus on running your business. I’ll also make sure that your database is scalable, so it will never slow you down as your business grows.
This is all done after we’ve sat down and discussed your exact needs. The human touch is important to me, and I understand the pressure you’re under. So we’ll work together to make your database suit your business to a T, and make sure your data is 100% safe for years to come.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch using my contact form.