EnterpriseDB
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Software |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | Ed Boyajian |
| Headquarters | United States |
Key people | Kevin Dallas (CEO) |
| Products | PostgreSQL-based database software and services |
| Owner | Bain Capital Private Equity, Great Hill Partners |
| Website | enterprisedb |
EnterpriseDB (EDB) is a US-based firm specializing in software and services built around the open-source PostgreSQL database (commonly known as Postgres). As a principal contributor to Postgres development, EDB augments the database with enhanced capabilities in performance, security, and administration designed for enterprise-level applications. Additionally, it offers compatibility with Oracle databases, simplifying the transition of Oracle workloads to EDB Postgres and allowing organizations to run Oracle applications on the Postgres platform.
History
Established in 2004, EDB introduced EnterpriseDB 2005 the following year, which earned the Best Database Solution award at LinuxWorld. The product underwent rebranding to EnterpriseDB Advanced Server in 2006 and later to Postgres Plus Advanced Server in 2008. With the release of the unified EDB Postgres Platform in 2016, the database was renamed EDB Postgres Advanced Server.
In 2020, EDB expanded its global footprint by acquiring 2ndQuadrant, a UK-based company known for its Postgres tools and solutions, reinforcing EDB’s status as the foremost dedicated PostgreSQL vendor worldwide.
The company was initially led by its founder Ed Boyajian as CEO until August 2023, when Kevin Dallas took over the role.
Ownership
In 2019, Great Hill Partners acquired EnterpriseDB. Subsequently, in June 2022, Bain Capital Private Equity obtained a majority ownership stake while Great Hill Partners maintained a substantial portion of shares.