The Database Modernization Imperative
In today's data-driven landscape, leaders consistently identify data infrastructure as a critical accelerator for AI adoption. Yet many organizations struggle to fully tap into the value of their data. According to recent insights, 60% of AI projects that lack access to AI-ready data will ultimately be abandoned. This stark statistic underscores a vital truth: modernization is the key enabler for AI readiness. In fact, 75% of organizations that migrated to Azure report significantly reduced barriers to AI and machine learning.
The opportunity is clear: by modernizing with fully managed, AI-optimized databases, organizations can achieve faster performance, gain real-time insights, and build intelligent applications and agents at scale.
Introducing Azure Accelerate for Databases
Today, we are excited to launch Azure Accelerate for Databases—a comprehensive offering designed to help organizations modernize their databases and build AI‑ready capabilities on Azure, faster and with greater confidence. This program combines expert guidance, financial investments, savings, and skilling into a single, cohesive experience, enabling teams to move from legacy constraints to systems ready to support real-time, intelligent applications.
With Azure Accelerate for Databases, you can save up to 35% (vs. pay-as-you-go) through the savings plan for databases, receive delivery funding and Azure credits, and benefit from zero-cost delivery support. Learn more about the offering.
Why Azure Accelerate for Databases?
Modernization at scale is complex—requiring time, investment, and coordination across teams. Legacy environments often leave data fragmented and difficult to operationalize for AI. Azure Accelerate for Databases is purpose-built to simplify this journey. It brings together:
- Microsoft Cloud Accelerate Factory delivery support
- Azure specialized partner expertise for deep technical and industry knowledge
- Flexible savings and investments tailored to your organization
- AI-enhanced tooling and assessments to accelerate decision-making
- Role-based skilling to upskill your team
The goal is straightforward: help organizations move faster, reduce friction, and turn database modernization into a durable, AI-enabling strategy.
Capabilities and Benefits
Access Trusted Experts
Modernization outcomes depend on execution as much as strategy. With the right expertise in place, you can reduce risk and move with confidence. Azure Accelerate for Databases connects you to:
- Microsoft’s Cloud Accelerate Factory for zero-cost delivery support
- Azure’s specialized partner ecosystem for deep technical and industry expertise
- Assessments and AI-enhanced tools that provide actionable insights
Unlock Savings and Investments
The program offers substantial financial benefits to make modernization more accessible:
- Save up to 35% with the savings plan for databases compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Receive delivery funding and Azure credits to offset initial costs.
- Benefit from zero-cost delivery support throughout the process.
Explore the full savings and investment options.
AI-Ready Tooling and Skilling
Azure Accelerate for Databases provides AI-enhanced assessments to quickly identify your current state and roadmap. Role-based skilling ensures your team has the knowledge to operate and innovate on the modern platform.
Get Started with Azure Accelerate for Databases
Ready to modernize your data for AI? Explore Azure Accelerate for Databases and discover how you can unlock faster performance, real-time analytics, and scalable intelligent applications. With expert guidance, significant savings, and comprehensive support, your organization can confidently move from legacy constraints to an AI-ready future.