We’re proud to announce the general availability of Foglight® Cloud, the latest evolution of Quest’s powerful database monitoring and optimization solution. Built for today’s hybrid and cloud-first enterprises, Foglight Cloud introduces advanced tools, expanded platform coverage, and user experience enhancements to help teams ensure peak performance, reduce downtime, and manage complex environments with ease.
Introducing Query Explorer: Smarter, Simpler Query Tuning
The standout feature in this release is Query Explorer - a powerful new tool that simplifies and accelerates SQL query analysis and performance tuning for SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases.
Why Query Explorer is a Game-Changer:
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Instant Query Search & Insights
Paste any SQL Server or PostgreSQL query into Foglight to instantly view execution details, resource usage, and bottlenecks in a unified interface. -
Top Query Analysis
Quickly identify and prioritize high-impact queries to focus tuning efforts where they matter most. -
Unified Tuning Workflow
Go from detection to actionable recommendations without switching tools or writing custom scripts. -
Optimized for DBAs
Designed with simplicity and speed in mind—perfect for both real-time troubleshooting and proactive tuning.
Broader Support for Cloud Databases
Foglight Cloud expands its reach to support more platforms and use cases:
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MySQL on Azure Flexible Server
Adds Performance Investigator (PI) support for deeper query-level visibility. -
MySQL on AWS Aurora
Improved monitoring capabilities for Aurora environments. -
Oracle PDB-Only Monitoring
Support for pluggable databases (PDBs) provides more flexible Oracle monitoring. -
AWS RDS Deadlock Collection
Capture deadlock events using extended events to improve visibility into contention.
Enhanced User Experience
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Custom Homepage
Tailor your landing page to reflect what matters most to your team for faster access and a more focused experience.
Smarter Alerts & Configuration Management
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Alarm Template Enhancements
Manage agent credentials and health alarms directly from Alarm Templates for easier configuration at scale. -
Subscription Usage Alerts
Foglight Cloud Owners now receive daily email alerts when monitored targets exceed their licensed quota—helping prevent unexpected overages.
Explore More
Visit Foglight Cloud Documentation to learn what’s new, access product guides, and explore support resources.