Performance, Optimization
& Health Checks
Branch’s performance program delivers monthly health checks, index tuning, and capacity right‑sizing so your system stays fast and costs stay low.
End-to-End View
Cost Saving Focus
Zero Downtiime
Why Branch Performance Services?
Performance isn’t a one‑time project—it drifts with data growth, new add‑ons, and user spikes.
Branch combines DBA skills, infrastructure tuning, and licensing expertise in one team, so we
fix the root cause, not just today’s symptom.
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Key advantages:​
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End‑to‑End View – We examine storage IOPS, network latency, SQL plans, HANA memory,
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Actionable Reports – Before/after KPI dashboards prove each recommendation’s value.
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Predictable Cadence – Monthly or quarterly plans keep drift in check; no surprise bills.
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Cost‑Savings Focus – Right‑size CPU/RAM, archive cold data, and downgrade unused licenses.
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Zero Downtime Tuning – Online index rebuilds and query plan hints applied live.
Core Services​
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Health Check Baseline – One‑time scan of DB size, index fragmentation, top SQL, and system KPIs; delivered with a prioritized action plan.
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SQL/HANA Index Tuning – Rebuild or add indexes, partition large tables, and optimize query hints to cut average query time 30–70 %.
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Archive & Purge Framework – Move cold transactions to archive DB or object storage, shrinking live DB by up to 40 %.
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License Right‑Sizing – Analyze actual seat usage, swap Professional to Limited where feasible, saving maintenance spend.
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Capacity & Growth Forecast – 12‑month CPU, memory, and storage forecast mapped to user growth and add‑ons.
Pick just the Health Check or bundle ongoing
tuning and forecasting for sustained gains.
Engagement Roadmap
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Kick‑Off & Access – Read‑only VPN or jump‑box credentials.
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Baseline Scan – Run scripts overnight; zero user impact.
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Review & Approve – Present findings, agree on tuning steps.
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Implement Fixes – Online index rebuilds, archive jobs, parameter tweaks.
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Validate & Report – Compare KPIs, issue before/after dashboard.
FAQs
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Will tuning cause downtime?
No. All fixes run online; users see only faster screens. -
Do you cover SQL Server and HANA?
Yes—best‑practice playbooks for both engines. -
How fast is the baseline report?
Within 48 hrs of access. -
Can we DIY the fixes?
Yes—engage us for reporting only,
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What about add‑on performance?
We profile custom add‑ons and provide code‑level recommendations.
