High-Performance Database Infrastructure

Expert Oracle Exadata Administration & Optimisation

Oracle Exadata machines deliver extraordinary performance through intelligent SQL processing, Smart Scan technology, and advanced storage compression. But realising that potential requires deep expertise in Exadata architecture, tuning, and operations. Brilliance Technologies provides comprehensive Exadata support — from initial setup through ongoing optimisation and patching.

Whether you're running Exadata X6, X7, X8, X9, or Oracle's Cloud@Customer offering, our Exadata-certified DBAs maximise your investment with proactive monitoring, performance tuning, zero-downtime patching, and strategic capacity planning. We help you get more queries faster, reduce storage footprint, and maintain 100% system availability.

Up to 10x faster queries

40% avg storage savings

X6–X9 generation experience

Exadata Cloud@Customer

Zero-downtime patching

Ireland & Europe coverage

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10x

Faster Query Performance vs Standard Servers

40%

Average Storage Savings via Smart Scan

X6–X9

Generation Experience & Expertise

24/7

Proactive Monitoring & Support

Exadata Installation & Configuration

Complete Exadata rack deployment from hardware setup through software configuration. We handle network architecture, storage layout, and Grid Infrastructure setup for optimal performance.

Initial rack setup & validation
Network config (client, admin, InfiniBand)
ASM disk group design & creation
Cell disk layout & optimisation
IORM configuration & tuning

Exadata Performance Tuning

Unleash the full potential of your Exadata machine through intelligent tuning. We optimise Smart Scan operations, storage indexes, SQL offloading, and hybrid columnar compression.

Smart Scan optimisation & monitoring
Storage Index tuning & creation
I/O Resource Manager (IORM) configuration
SQL offloading & predicate pushdown
Hybrid Columnar Compression (HCC) strategy

Exadata Monitoring & Alerting

Proactive health monitoring across the entire Exadata stack. We deploy OEM Exadata plugin, configure intelligent alerting, and provide performance analytics dashboards.

Enterprise Manager (OEM) Exadata plugin
Cell metrics & health monitoring
InfiniBand network health checks
Disk & flash cache monitoring
Proactive alerting & escalation

Exadata Patching & Upgrades

Keep your Exadata platform secure and current with zero-downtime patching. We manage bundle patches, GI patches, and Exadata software updates with minimal disruption.

Bundle patch (DBBP) application
Rolling patches on RAC clusters
Pre & post-patch validation testing
Patch conflict resolution
Rollback planning & testing

Exadata RAC & ASM Administration

Expert management of Oracle RAC and ASM within Exadata environments. We optimise cluster configuration, manage storage expansion, and tune inter-node communication.

Oracle RAC on Exadata setup & tuning
ASM rebalancing & optimisation
Disk group expansion & management
Node additions & cluster scaling
VIP & SCAN configuration & maintenance

Exadata Migration & Consolidation

Seamlessly move databases onto Exadata or consolidate multiple systems. We plan migrations, assess workloads, and ensure zero-downtime cutover with post-migration tuning.

On-premises to Exadata migration
Database consolidation planning
Workload assessment & sizing
Zero-downtime cutover execution
Post-migration tuning & optimisation

Environment Assessment

We conduct a comprehensive audit of your Exadata installation, analysing hardware configuration, storage layout, network design, database performance, and operational processes.

Engagement Planning

Based on our assessment, we develop a tailored support roadmap including quick wins, tuning priorities, patching schedules, and monitoring setup. We align on SLAs and response times.

Hands-On Work

We execute planned tuning, configuration changes, and optimisation activities. This includes Smart Scan enablement, IORM configuration, HCC setup, and network optimisation.

Validation & Testing

All changes are validated through benchmarking, stress testing, and production simulation. We measure performance improvements and ensure stability.

Handover & Documentation

We provide comprehensive documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer sessions. Your team is equipped to maintain the optimised environment with our ongoing support available.

Expected Outcomes

Measurable query performance gains
Reduced storage consumption
Optimised resource utilisation
Proactive monitoring in place
Team knowledge & confidence

Exadata-Certified DBAs

Our team holds Exadata certifications and brings hands-on experience with multiple generations of Exadata machines. We know the hardware, storage layer, and SQL optimisations intimately.

Deep Hardware & Software Knowledge

We understand the complete Exadata stack — from InfiniBand networking and cell software to ASM, IORM, and intelligent SQL processing. That depth drives true optimisation.

Minimal Disruption Approach

All work — patching, tuning, migrations — is planned and executed with zero downtime. We use rolling patching, online operations, and thorough pre-change testing.

OEM Monitoring Setup

We deploy and configure Oracle Enterprise Manager for comprehensive Exadata visibility. Proactive alerting means you're informed before issues impact users.

Patching with Zero Downtime

Bundle patches, GI patches, and Exadata software updates applied with RAC rolling restart. Your databases stay online throughout the patching cycle.

Cost Optimisation Focus

We identify unused resources, rightsized configurations, and consolidation opportunities. Our tuning work often delivers ROI through faster queries and lower operational costs.

BrillianceTechnologies

At Brilliance Technologies, we specialise in providing expert Oracle, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server database consulting services to businesses across Ireland and beyond.

Help Link

16 Gleann Tain Close, Carnamogagh Upper, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, F92 F5NP +353 87 392 0005 info@brilliancetechnologies.ie

Oracle Exadata Machine Support