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Upgrade for Speed: Ostendo 243 + Firebird 5 Delivers Breakthrough Performance

Experience dramatically faster performance with Ostendo 243 and Firebird 5. Benchmark tests show up to 12 times faster multi-session processing and improved scalability.

Modern businesses rely on fast, efficient data processing—and Ostendo’s latest platform advancements are delivering exactly that. The performance benchmarking visualised in the infographic above highlights one message loud and clear: Ostendo Update 243 running on Firebird 5 is dramatically faster than any previous configuration.

This article breaks down what the infographic shows, why it matters, and how the new technology behind Update 243 unlocks a new level of performance and scalability for your business.

A Level Playing Field: How the Benchmark Was Run

To ensure a fair and accurate comparison, the test environment was carefully controlled:

✔ Local Standalone Testing

All benchmarks were performed in a non-networked, local setup.
This eliminated external variables—such as cloud latency or remote server delays—providing a pure measurement of database performance.

✔ Three Identical Database Copies

The only differences between each environment were the Ostendo update level and the Firebird database engine.

The configurations tested were:

  • Ostendo 242 + Firebird 2.5
  • Ostendo 243 + Firebird 2.5
  • Ostendo 243 + Firebird 5

✔ High-Stress Performance Test

A purpose-built script inserted, updated, and deleted 500,000 records in each environment.

Two scenarios were executed:

  1. Single Session:
    A single process executed the full 500k transaction cycle.

  2. Four Concurrent Sessions:
    Four simultaneous processes generated 2 million transactions—a stress test designed to expose bottlenecks and highlight true system capability.

✔ Fresh Conditions for Every Test

The machine was fully rebooted between each run to ensure clean, consistent results.

What the Results Show: A Massive Performance Leap

The infographic highlights a striking performance improvement when moving to Firebird 5 under Update 243.

Single-Session Performance

  • Ostendo 242 + FB 2.5: 23 seconds

  • Ostendo 243 + FB 2.5: 18 seconds

  • Ostendo 243 + FB 5: 12 seconds

Nearly 2× faster than the previous version.

Multi-Session (4 Sessions) Performance

  • Ostendo 242 + FB 2.5: 135 seconds

  • Ostendo 243 + FB 2.5: 62 seconds

  • Ostendo 243 + FB 5: 11 seconds

Over 12× faster under heavy load.

This kind of improvement is transformative for businesses that rely on large datasets, high transaction volumes, or simultaneous user activity.

Why the Speed Boost Is So Significant

The dramatic performance gain isn’t just due to the Firebird 5 engine—it’s also the result of a major architectural upgrade in Update 243.

New Database Connectivity Architecture

Earlier versions of Ostendo used a Firebird-specific connection object.
Update 243 introduced a flexible, modern, generic connection component that is:

  • Faster
  • More efficient
  • More scalable
  • More adaptable for future technology enhancements

This architectural shift is one of the core reasons Update 243 outperforms prior releases—even when using the same Firebird 2.5 engine.

Benefits Beyond Just Speed

While faster performance is the headline story, the new architecture brings additional long-term advantages:

Better Handling of Concurrent Users

Firebird 5 excels at multi-user workloads, making it ideal for busy warehouses, manufacturers, service teams, and high-transaction environments.

Future-Proofing Your System

The new connection architecture allows Ostendo to evolve faster and integrate with emerging technologies more easily.

Greater Stability Under Load

The reduction in bottlenecks reduces lag, timeouts, and lockups during peak activity.

The Bottom Line: Upgrade for Speed, Stability, and Scalability

The testing results are unequivocal:
Ostendo Update 243 + Firebird 5 delivers a new performance benchmark.

Whether you're processing thousands of transactions per day or managing a complex multi-user environment, upgrading to this configuration ensures:

  • Faster data operations
  • Smoother user experience
  • Greater scalability
  • Stronger long-term system resilience

If performance matters to your business, this upgrade is not just recommended—it’s essential.

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