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Oracle Database Upgrade
Upgrading to Oracle Database 11g provides the latest in efficient, reliable, secure data management for mission-critical on-line transaction processing applications, query-intensive data warehouses, and content management and Web2.0 applications. The right planning, preparation, and upgrade steps will make the upgrade process simpler, faster, and more predictable from start to finish.
Latest (November 2008)
 
  Upgrade Oracle 9i->11g: A Customer Experience  PDF (November 2008)
  Hitchhikers Guide to Database Upgrade  PDF (OpenWorld 2008)
  Benefits of Upgrading to Oracle Database 11g  PDF (July 2008)
  Database Rolling Upgrade Using Transient Logical Standby: Oracle Data Guard 11g   PDF (June 2008)
  Database Rolling Upgrade Using Data Guard SQL Apply - Oracle Database 11g and 10gR2   PDF (April 2008)
  Database Replay (RAT) DBUA for Upgrade   PDF (May 2008)
Technical Information
 
  Different Upgrade Methods for Upgrading your Database  (Metalink)
  Complete Checklist for Manual Upgrades - 11gR1  (Metalink)
  Complete Checklist for Upgrades - 11gR1 Using DBUA  (Metalink)
  Database Server Upgrade/Downgrade Compatibility Matrix  (Metalink)
 
Database Upgrade Services
The Database Upgrade Partner Program includes Oracle partners who offer Oracle Database 11g Upgrade Services to customers who might not have the time, resources, or expertise to perform their own database upgrades. These partners have vast upgrade experience and use best practices for upgrading Oracle databases. If you wish to find out more about the Database Upgrade Project, or wish to become a Database Upgrade Partner, send an Email to Product Management requesting more information.

If you are an Oracle Database customer and would like to contact one of our Database Upgrade Partners regarding Oracle Database 11g Upgrade Services, please contact any of the following links.

 
Services Directly from Oracle
  Oracle Consulting
  Whether in partnership with your in-house staff, in close coordination with your chosen service provider, or as a remote service, Oracle Consulting offers the most cost-effective choice for Oracle upgrades at the lowest risk.
Phone: 800-633-0806
  Oracle Consulting EMEA
  Oracle Expert Services - a range of clearly defined, high impact technical and advisory services to help you get real business value from your Oracle investments.
Phone: +353 1 8031107
  Oracle Advanced Customer Services
  Oracle Upgrade Management Services is designed to simplify your unique upgrade challenges, no matter what stage you are at in the upgrade process. With advice and onsite assistance for all phases of an upgrade, you will clearly understand your upgrade options and benefits, as well as the most cost-effective way to seamlessly migrate to the latest Oracle database technologies.
Nobody knows Oracle better than Oracle
Phone: 800-633-0738
-  Database Upgrade Mangement Services Brochure  PDF
Services from Oracle Database Upgrade Partners
  Colibri Information Management
  Colibri LC offers all Oracle Database services that are required on a daily or ad-hoc basis, including day-to-day monitoring and maintenance, performance tuning, operating system migration and database upgrades. The upgrades are often done in coordination with an operating system migration to platforms including, but not limited to, Oracle Unbreakable Linux. Colibri LC is experienced with the Oracle E-Business Suite and custom applications for Oracle Database 11g and other database versions.
Phone: 678-352-1001
  The dbagroup
  The DBA Group offers extensive experience performing upgrades from releases of Oracle Database Server prior to 10g and 11g. Each version from releases 10g and 11g requires version-specific steps to be undertaken in order to insure a proper upgrade is performed successfully. We have performed a large number of upgrades where we have used both manual, automated (using DBUA) and customized procedures.
Phone:678-393-0479
  Ntirety
  Ntirety provides teams of US based database management professionals to proactively monitor, manage, and optimize Oracle environments. Our clients receive 24/7 support from senior experts using best-of-breed tools and infrastructure to prevent critical database and application failures. Our professionals assist in database upgrades & performance tuning, as well ensuring proper backup and recovery strategies.
Phone: 617-514-1901
  Satyam
  Satyam is a leading global business and information technology company, delivering consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing solutions to clients in over 20 industries. Satyam's Database Upgrade Service provides a phased approach for database upgrade service - Pre-Upgrade Analysis, Upgrade Implementation, Post-Upgrade Evaluation; covering all steps in the upgrade process. This systematic approach offers less risk and allows for a more streamlined and cost-effective way to upgrade your Oracle database to 11g.
US contact: 408-988-3100
India contact: +91 040 30655114
  TUSC
  TUSC Oracle Infrastructure Services offers a wide variety of approaches to help you improve, maintain, and optimize your Oracle infrastructure. Whether you are in need of a database upgrade, have out-of-date software, disaster recovery needs, or storage cost problems, we'll help you identify potential problems and determine and reach your infrastructure goals. TUSC provides skilled and seasoned technical resources who can communicate and consult with both your business and technical personnel.
Phone: 800-755-TUSC
  TruTek
  TruTek specializes in Oracle upgrades and advanced configurations for load balancing and failover. TruTek has been performing upgrades of the database and E-Business suite since 1994. TruTek consultants have the expertise to complete your upgrade with minimal downtime, provide knowledge transfer and mentor your employees.
Phone: 801-486-6655
 
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Documentation
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 · 11g Upgrade Companion   (Metalink)
 · Oracle 11g Release 1 Documentation
 · Oracle 11g Release 1 Upgrade Guide

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Upgrade Resources/Papers
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 · Best Practices - Upgrading to Oracle Database 11g  PDF (Nov. 2007)
 · Interoperability Notes E-Business Suite R12/Oracle Database 11gR1  (Metalink) (Oct. 2008)
 · Upgrade to Oracle RAC 11g - Linux  (OTN) (Oct. 2007)
 · Innovate Faster with Oracle Database 11g   PDF (Aug. 2007)
 · Discussion Forum

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 · 11g Upgrade Companion (Metalink)
 · Recommended Patches Tool (Metalink)
 · Oracle Lifetime Support Policy

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