Breaking Free: The Journey from Oracle to PostgreSQL
Breaking Free: The Journey from Oracle to PostgreSQL

Breaking Free: The Journey from Oracle to PostgreSQL
Imagine this: Your company has been running on Oracle for years. It’s familiar, it works, but the licensing costs make you question—is this really worth it?
Your engineering team is frustrated with the rigid structure, scalability isn’t seamless, and making changes feels like jumping through hoops.
Enter PostgreSQL—the powerful, open-source database that’s flexible, cost-effective, and cloud-ready. It’s becoming the go-to choice for enterprises making the shift.
Why move away from Oracle?
- It’s expensive: Rising licensing fees make it costly.
- Vendor lock-in: Oracle’s proprietary ecosystem restricts flexibility.
- Scaling is complex: Performance tuning and cloud deployment are challenging.
The tech landscape is evolving—businesses now seek more control, flexibility, and cost savings. This is where PostgreSQL shines.
Why PostgreSQL? The Logical Next Step
- Open-source & free: No more licensing headaches.
- Feature-packed: Advanced indexing, replication, partitioning, and security.
- Cloud-native: Integrates seamlessly with AWS, GCP, and Azure.
- AI & Analytics-ready: Supports AI-driven insights and vector search.
PostgreSQL isn’t just an alternative—it’s an upgrade.
How VigourSoft Helps in PostgreSQL Migration
Migrating from Oracle to PostgreSQL isn’t a simple copy-paste job. It requires careful planning and expertise. At VigourSoft, we ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption.
Our Migration Process:
- Step 1: Assessment & Strategy – Evaluate database structure, dependencies, and build a roadmap.
- Step 2: Schema & PL/SQL Conversion – Optimize schemas, convert stored procedures.
- Step 3: Data Migration & Validation – Use tools like Ora2Pg for seamless migration.
- Step 4: Query & Application Optimization – Performance tuning and query refactoring.
- Step 5: Testing & Go-Live – Ensure a flawless transition before deployment.
Common Challenges & Our Solutions
- PL/SQL Compatibility? → We optimize and rewrite procedures for PostgreSQL.
- Performance Issues? → Fine-tune indexing, caching, and partitioning.
- Data Integrity Concerns? → Rigorous testing ensures accuracy.
Migrations don’t have to be painful—they just need the right partner.
Businesses That Made the Leap
Companies across industries are moving away from Oracle and embracing PostgreSQL—cutting database costs by up to 80%, improving performance, and gaining flexibility.
At VigourSoft, we’ve helped enterprises make this switch seamlessly, optimizing databases for high performance, scalability, and long-term savings.
Thinking About Migration? Let’s Talk!
If you’re still on Oracle and considering PostgreSQL, now is the time. Contact Us Today!