BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS vs IBM InfoSphere Optim comparison

BMC and IBM are both solutions in the Database Development and Management category. BMC is ranked #21 with an average rating of 8.0, while IBM is ranked #16 with an average rating of 7.0. BMC holds a 0.6% mindshare in DDM, compared to IBM’s 2.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of BMC users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 66% of IBM users who would recommend it.

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66% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 23, 2025

BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS and IBM InfoSphere Optim are competing products in database management and optimization. BMC is favored for operational efficiency, while IBM stands out for data lifecycle management due to its compliance and governance focus.

Features: BMC provides tools for database performance optimization, backup, recovery, and reorganization to ensure data integrity and high availability. IBM focuses on data archiving, test data management, and application retirement, essential for compliance and controlling data growth.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: BMC offers a straightforward deployment model and comprehensive support, simplifying implementation. IBM provides a scalable deployment model and extensive documentation with support that aids in efficient integration.

Pricing and ROI: BMC involves lower initial setup costs and offers quicker ROI with its performance enhancement capabilities. IBM may require a higher initial investment but delivers greater long-term ROI through advanced data lifecycle management features.

To learn more, read our detailed BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS vs. IBM InfoSphere Optim Report (Updated: January 2025).

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Categories and Ranking

BMC Data Management for IMS...

Ranking in Database Development and Management

21st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

IBM InfoSphere Optim

Ranking in Database Development and Management

16th

Average Rating

6.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Database Development and Management category, the mindshare of BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS is 0.6%, down from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM InfoSphere Optim is 2.5%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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RobertSamson

Technical Consultant at Services Robert Samson SCRS

Improves disaster recovery processes and offers an efficient CPU cycle optimization

Using BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS has greatly improved our database administration tasks. Although we don't test the database before production, we have experienced benefits in disaster recovery situations and capacity management. For instance, when facing capacity issues during peak transaction times, I've been able to quickly allocate additional resources to ensure smooth operations. This has been crucial, especially during times when the demand surges, such as peak flight hours.

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Ajai Lal

Project Manager at Mphasis

Very supportive of Db2 and easy to customize, but IMS features are not user friendly and the support of these features is lacking

We work on two different types of databases, one being IMS and the other Db2. While the solution is very supportive of Db2, it is not so friendly when it comes to IMS databases. When we had questions for the support team conerning the IMS database, we found their knowledge to be lacking, likely owing to lack of experience on their part. I would not say that the initial setup is complex. Neither would I say that it is straightforward. Certain features require technical knowledge.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"I have worked with DB2's great features in the last five years. The IDAA feature transformed the vision of warehousing, business analytics, and big data at my bank. Besides the mainframe, I saw that this solution was evolutionary. It gives real-time information."

"BMC Data Management improved our data recovery process by simplifying it."

"We like that we can easily restore the database with just a few clicks. The database is linked as well."

"I feel the solution to be a bit faster than the traditional methods, which makes it easy to customize."

Cons

"DB2 is a hard tool to grasp. It's hard for users to learn how to use it. It's not easy to see how it works."

"One area for improvement with this product could be in providing clearer guidance and tools for disaster recovery planning and execution."

"We're looking for a solution that can be implemented on AWS. IBM InfoSphere Optim can be implemented on AWS, but it costs more than double what we're currently paying. So, it's not really of good value for us."

"While the solution is very supportive of Db2, it is not so friendly when it comes to IMS databases."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"IBM InfoSphere Optim is a very expensive solution. Actually, it's the most expensive archiving solution that we have."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

29%

Insurance Company

15%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Logistics Company

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30%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?

BMC Data Management improved our data recovery process by simplifying it.

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What needs improvement with BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?

One area for improvement with this product could be in providing clearer guidance and tools for disaster recovery planning and execution. As someone involved in managing infrastructure, understandi...

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What advice do you have for others considering BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?

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Also Known As

BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS, Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS

IBM Optim, Optim

Overview

Transform the management of your DB2 databases to meet the scale and complexity of digital business

Run DB2 utilities with BMC Next Generation Technology to optimize your data and improve application performance
Eliminate downtime and increase availability of business services
Ensure the integrity of structured and unstructured data
Take control with intelligent automation and policy-driven rules
Bridge the gap from green-screen to modern, secure, self-service user interfaces
Move to DB2 12 and beyond with confidence

BMC

IBM Optim solutions manage data from requirements to retirement. They boost performance, empower collaboration, and improve governance across applications, databases and platforms. By managing data properly over its lifetime, organisations are better equipped to support business goals with less risk.

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Sample Customers

Airline Tariff Publishing Co (ATPCO), AtTask, MetaScale

Durham Police Department, Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc., Continental, KCE Electronics Public Company Limited, The University of Adelaide, Migros Zurich, COPROB

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