jaiki987 (6/21/2010)1. Is there a better way to work this problem other then stored procedures and jobs.
2. Are there are scripts or white papers out there that have tried to automate the sliding window proc
3. And finally, what the advantages and disadvantages of using this technique?
1- I do like automatic processes.
2- Tons. like http://weblogs.sqlteam.com/dang/archive/2008/09/17/Automating-RANGE-RIGHT-Sliding-Window-Maintenance.aspx
3- If properly tested, monitored and documented nothing will beat it; if poorly tested, monitored and documented it may be the reason you get fired. 😀
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