Engagement Examples
Through StraightPath, Mike has helped many clients. A few examples include:
- Traveled to Mexico to assist one of the world’s largest PC manufacturers experiencing system slowdowns. In the one week on site, Mike was able to dramatically improve several queries making noticeable impacts on the production floor. He was also able to prepare for and deliver a custom course on both Database Administration and SQL Server performance minded development relevant to the client while working out of the hotel built in on site.
- Performed a performance and best practices audit for a busy online shoe retailer. Through the findings noticed, Mike was able to assist the client in performing critical database maintenance, proper database monitoring and improve the performance of key areas of the application.
- Delivered several custom courses to clients giving them the ability to take back control over their own environments and reduce their dependency on outside help while increasing their availability and performance.
Client Quotes About Mike and StraightPath
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“Mike has been a valuable asset to our team. His professionalism, attitude, and responsiveness to our needs make it a pleasure to work with him.”
- Jeff Smith, Vice President of Information Technology at Weiler Corporation. Ongoing client for SQL Server performance audit and analysis, best practice reviews and remote DBA work for a quickly growing manufacturing ERP system.
“Mike brought a level of database expertise to our project that we were sorely lacking. His knowledge of the nuances of the migration process we were attempting was excellent, and he helped us avoid many potential pitfalls.”
- Director at Fast paced firm that brought real time trading data to the markets. Performed SQL Server migration, performance analysis and provided training to staff as a consultant.
“Mike is a very good Sql Server DBA who not only has exceptional technical skills, but more importantly shows his leadership qualities at every opportunity. He repeatedly takes control of problematic situations and drives them to resolution or completion. I would gladly have him on any project I participate in.”
- Former colleague at a health services company with a fast growing customer base. SQL Server 2000, 2005, 2008 shop. Filled the role of DBA, performance team lead and lead database developer. Taught SQL skills and best practices to colleagues. Filled a full time role here.
“Mike is a detailed and conscious DBA that knows his “stuff” and is always looking for a challenge. He likes his trade, has vast knowledge on SQL Server and related subjects, and is always eager to help. It was a pleasure working with him.”
- Former colleague at health services company.
You can also see reference quotes about Mike on his public Linked In profile page.
