Microsoft Access has been the preferred database management system for several businesses since the early 1990s. It was one of the first solutions that combined database engines with a graphical user interface. While most businesses use Microsoft Access as a substitution for spreadsheet applications such as Excel to organize, store and retrieve large amounts, the application was designed for on-premises usage which restricts scalability.<\/p>\n
While there are more advanced solutions that can handle this challenge, some businesses might prefer to continue to use Microsoft Access for daily operations. In this article, we will explore how businesses can use Microsoft Access with Azure for superior, scalability, security, and accessibility.<\/p>\n
Below are some of the benefits of using Microsoft Access with Azure.<\/p>\n
Microsoft Access can be used Azure SQL using Open Database Connectivity (ODBC). There are two ways of using Microsoft Access with Azure SQL service.<\/p>\n
With this method, the ODBC connection is used to import data into Microsoft Access from Azure SQL Server.<\/p>\n
With this method, data is imported using the unique record identifier instead of importing the entire table. While most steps are similar to importing tables, users have to navigate to the Link Table dialog box, instead of the Import Objects dialog box. Then, the Select Unique Record Identifier dialog box will appear, in which fields that uniquely identify each record in each of the chosen Azure SQL Server tables must be selected. Instead of the imported tables, the linked tables will appear in the Tables navigation pane. Double-clicking the linked tables will display the content.<\/p>\n
Using Microsoft Access with Azure SQL Server revolutionizes the way applications are created, tested, hosted, and deployed. It provides businesses far greater computing power without having to worry about licenses, downtime, hardware, and other factors.<\/p>\n
As a Microsoft Gold Partner and a Tier 1 CSP,<\/strong> Apps4Rent can help businesses upgrade their Microsoft Access solution with our managed Azure services<\/a><\/span>. Reach out to our Microsoft-certified cloud consultants available 24\/7 via phone, chat, and email for assistance.<\/p>\n