StandbyMP 12.3: Faster, More Scalable SQL Server Disaster Recovery

Announcing StandbyMP 12.3

StandbyMP 12.3 delivers significant improvements in performance and scalability for SQL Server disaster recovery, particularly in environments with many databases, while also delivering important performance enhancements for Oracle and PostgreSQL.

With SQL Server adoption of StandbyMP growing by almost 300% in the past year, 12.3 represents our next step in supporting teams that need reliable, high-performance database continuity at any scale. This follows the key additions last year, such as scheduled read-only access.

What’s New in StandbyMP 12.3

StandbyMP 12.3 introduces several under-the-hood improvements that directly address operational challenges faced by DBAs managing large SQL Server estates.

SQL Server Performance Breakthroughs

1. Smarter load management logic

Improved load-management logic prevents overloading busy SQL Server instances. This is especially important when managing many databases or performing bulk DR operations in active environments.

2. Faster creation of multiple DR configurations

Query batching and engine optimisations significantly reduce the time required to create and manage large numbers of standby configurations. For partners and customers with larger environments, this results in faster rollouts and more predictable deployments.

3. Support for SQL Server Backup Compression

Support for SQL Server native backup compression reduces network usage and storage overhead, particularly in environments with large databases or constrained bandwidth.

4. Operational scalability for large SQL Server estates

StandbyMP 12.3 improves how the platform behaves day to day when managing hundreds of databases. Multi-database actions execute more efficiently, and routine operational tasks scale cleanly as environments grow.

Major Engine and GUI Responsiveness Improvements

These enhancements benefit every StandbyMP user across SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL, making upgrades to 12.3 a strong recommendation for all environments.

1. More than 50% lower RAM usage during initial startup

2. Parallel repository streaming for faster processing and synchronization

3. Significant GUI and workflow speed improvements

4. Reduced logging overhead and multiple internal engine improvements

How StandbyMP Overcomes the Limits of Native SQL Server HA/DR Technologies

StandbyMP is designed to provide enterprise-grade database continuity without the cost, complexity, or constraints of native SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery options.

1. Moving Beyond Log Shipping at Scale

SQL Server Log Shipping becomes difficult to manage as database counts grow and offers limited operational control, with no true switchover or switchback and frequent standby rebuilds during troubleshooting.

StandbyMP addresses these limitations with intuitive multi-database actions, advanced functionality such as switchovers and automated failovers, and one-click re-synchronization without rebuilding the standby.

2. Scalable Disaster Recovery on SQL Server Standard Edition

Basic Availability Groups are limited to one database per availability group, making larger environments harder to manage and scale.

StandbyMP enables efficient disaster recovery for hundreds of databases while remaining on SQL Server Standard Edition, helping organisations minimise licensing costs without sacrificing capability.

3. Advanced DR Without Clustering

Windows Server Failover Clustering introduces complexity and risk, particularly in existing environments.

StandbyMP requires no clustering, is typically deployed without disruption, and allows existing Log Shipping environments to be migrated without rebuilding the standby database.

4. Reliable SQL Server DR Over Distance

Synchronous Availability Groups struggle with latency, while asynchronous configurations lack key operational features.

StandbyMP is designed for reliable operation across long distances, supporting less-than-ideal network conditions and enabling geographically dispersed standby sites for increased resiliency.

5. Disaster Recovery That’s Easier to Deploy and Operate

Native SQL Server HA and DR technologies require significant expertise to deploy and maintain.

StandbyMP reduces this burden through fully guided standby configuration, one-click actions with built-in pre-checks, and access to 24/7 DBA support.

What’s Next? Try StandbyMP 12.3 Today

Whether you are a partner, an existing customer planning an upgrade, or new to StandbyMP, version 12.3 represents a meaningful step forward for SQL Server disaster recovery, particularly in environments operating at scale. Please ensure you review the release notes, OS and database support, and installation guidance in the user manual prior to installation.

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