Sirius Blog: You ask, we answer!

  • Elasticsearch Versus the World

    Elasticsearch Versus the World: OpenSearch, ClickHouse, Pinecone, and Algolia—Which is Right for Your Data Stack?

    Here at Sirius Open Source, we often get asked, "Should we stick with Elasticsearch, or look at alternatives like OpenSearch for cost savings, or specialized databases like Pinecone and ClickHouse for performance?" This is a very good question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand the need to know the true technical capabilities and strategic implications of any technology choice, as the modern data landscape requires specialization.

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  • Problems and Operational Weaknesses of Elasticsearch

    What are the Major Architectural Problems and Operational Weaknesses of Elasticsearch? (The Deep Dive)

    Here at Sirius Open Source, we often get asked, “What are the major problems and weaknesses of Elasticsearch?” This is a very good question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer, especially since the ability to index, search, and analyze data in real-time is a central pillar of operational intelligence.

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  • Cost of Elasticsearch

    How Much Does Elasticsearch Cost? (A Deep Dive into Licensing, TCO, and Support)

    Here at Sirius Open Source, we often get asked, "How much does Elasticsearch cost?". This is a very good question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer, especially since the ability to index, search, and analyze data in real-time is a central pillar of operational intelligence. We understand the need to know the true financial implications of any technology choice, as it's a decision a business will have to live with for years.

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  • Observability Platforms Best-in-Class - Datadog, Dynatrace, Grafana

    You Ask, We Answer: Which Observability Platform is Truly Best-in-Class?

    Here at Sirius Open Source, we often get asked, "Who is the definitive Best-in-Class observability platform? Should we choose Datadog, Dynatrace, or stick with the open standard, Grafana?" This is a very good question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand that selecting the right platform is rarely a simple feature comparison; it is a long-term economic and strategic decision a business must live with for years.

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  • Comprehensive Review of Grafana

    You Ask, We Answer: A Comprehensive Review of Grafana

    Here at Sirius Open Source, we often get asked, "What is the overall review of Grafana? Is it really the single-pane-of-glass solution it claims to be?" This is a very good question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand the obsession we all have with reviews and rankings before making major decisions.

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