/> Client: CPI Card Group
/> Service: Data
/> Engagement Type: Dedicated Team
/> Timeline: Since mid 2025
/> Tech Stack: Jira, Gitlab, SQL Server (SSIS, SSRS, SSMS), Spotlight,Visual Studio, PowerShell
Before engaging with Celerik, CPI had experienced multiple failed attempts to staff its database operations. The client was left with no support beyond their internal lead, which created a significant bottleneck and risk in a highly complex, compliance-driven environment. They urgently needed:
> More bandwidth for maintenance, scripting, and deployments
> Coverage for on-call duties and patching
> Support for upgrading legacy servers still running SQL 2012
> Reliable execution of infrastructure projects, like consolidating reporting into a unified platform
“We needed people that could get on-call, understand the environment, make changes, cover business needs… and just help with regular maintenance and upgrades.” — Joel Foundy, Lead DBA
Celerik provided a team of three technical professionals to support CPI's SQL Server landscape. All members were described as “a good quality addition to the project”, demonstrating initiative, ownership, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
“Celerik has only continued to impress me with their constant check-ins and new suggestions.”
— Joel Foundy, Lead DBA
We are working with CPI to improve intake processes and create a structure where the team can:
> Suggest improvements
> Proactively flag opportunities for optimization
> Align technical work with CPI’s compliance and scheduling constraints
