Simplified data sharing is made possible by connecting Azure SQL to an external table on a local SQL Server, particularly inside the same network. Creating a safe database scoped credential, specifying a external data source with precise IPs and ports, and setting up network protocols for smooth communication are all part of the setup. This enables the local SQL Server to control Azure SQL databases to initiate actions like sending alarms. For an integration to go smoothly, possible problems like connection faults must be handled. Achieving effective, cross-environment functionality can be facilitated by carefully testing connection details.