Proposal to Increase Default /app Filesystem Size for Database Provisioning

 Description:

Current Situation: In our current database provisioning process, the default size allocated for the /app filesystem is 52 GB. While this may be sufficient under normal operations, it has proven to be inadequate in situations where backup failures occur or when backups are delayed. The limited space makes it challenging to retain logs and handle unforeseen issues without risking data loss or system inefficiency.

Problem:

• Inadequate Space: The existing 52 GB allocation is insufficient to accommodate logs and other critical data when backups are delayed, leading to potential data retention issues and increased risk of backup failures.
• Operational Challenges: In scenarios where backups do not occur for several days, the current space allocation does not provide enough room to sustain the necessary operations, increasing the risk of running out of space and causing disruptions.

Proposal: I propose increasing the default size of the /app filesystem to 200 GB during database provisioning. This enhancement will provide more room for logs and other necessary files, ensuring the system can handle delays in backups without running into space-related issues.

Benefits:

• Increased Resilience: A larger /app filesystem will allow the system to retain logs and manage data more effectively in the event of backup delays or failures.
• Reduced Risk of Downtime: With more space available, the risk of running out of disk space and causing disruptions to database operations will be minimized.
• Operational Efficiency: Teams will have more flexibility and fewer constraints when dealing with backup-related issues, leading to smoother and more reliable database operations.

Request: Please review this proposal and consider updating the default provisioning settings to allocate 200 GB for the /app filesystem. This change will significantly enhance our ability to manage backup-related issues and improve overall system resilience.

I look forward to your feedback and am happy to collaborate on implementing this change.

Labels: enhancement, provisioning, filesystem, database