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My 2c.
TP
--- "O'Neill, Sean" <Sean.ONeill_at_organon.ie> wrote:
> I've been presented with an opportunity to justify
> requirements for a 2nd
> DBA at our site. As I see it there are an number of
> paths this presents:
>
> 1 - Justify and get a 2nd DBA.
> Pro's: Gives me more time to get involved in other
> projects as a senior DBA.
> Holidays and attendance at courses and seminars etc.
> easier to take
>
> 2 - Outsource this role and activate it when
> required and justify putting
> money into investing in software and/or hardware to
> allow a single DBA
> function to required levels.
> Pros: New tools etc. to learn and broader experience
> gained. More
> bargaining power if required.
>
> I'd like to hear your feedback on which path you'd
> be inclined to take and
> why?. Also if going it alone what you'd look for
> software in hardware and
> other areas. Currently 6 NT servers, 10 databases
> and expanding...
>
>
> Sean :)
>
> Rookie Data Base Administrator
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