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IBM Data Governance vs Microsoft Purview Information Protection comparison

IBM and Microsoft are both solutions in the Data Governance category. IBM is ranked #20 with an average rating of 8.0, while Microsoft is ranked #9 with an average rating of 7.9. IBM holds a 1.6% mindshare in DG, compared to Microsoft’s 2.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.
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90% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Data Governance
Ranking in Data Governance
20th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Purview Informati...
Ranking in Data Governance
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
Data Privacy Management Software (2nd), Microsoft Security Suite (20th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Data Governance category, the mindshare of IBM Data Governance is 1.6%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Purview Information Protection is 2.5%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Murali B - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides a single interface to monitor and navigate data quality metrics
One area with room for improvement would be the ability to generate detailed quality reports. Some Python libraries provide quality scores and reports—having that capability within IBM Data Governance would be beneficial. We can see the pass/fail results, but getting additional percentage ratios would add significant value. My experience with IBM Data Governance has mostly been with the GUI. I've noticed some latency when accessing the portal. Also, automating reports can sometimes hang, though that might depend on the overall system. That's where I see the most room for improvement – quicker report generation. Fetching specific data from the IBM Data Governance repository tends to be slower compared to other vendors. For example, Collibra has a more responsive GUI. Retrieving large datasets from the IBM catalog is particularly slow.
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JohnAssouline - PeerSpot reviewer
A single solution for information protection that offers enterprise-grade AI
The reporting capabilities of Microsoft Purview are crucial. They provide insights into potentially non-compliant situations and suggest ways to rectify them. The solution helps to automate many tasks, allowing human operators to focus on areas where they offer the most value. Microsoft Copilot is an advantage because it's enterprise-grade AI. Customers can't use a generic AI and risk having their IP disseminated in the general public version of the AI engine. Purview's data classification features are excellent for Microsoft shops using SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365. It's a great tool to assess everything. It's more complicated if the customers are using third-party tools.
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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"IBM Data Governance improved data analytics operations. During a company merger, we used IBM Data Governance to understand and bridge sample data between systems."
"I created training materials for end users on applying different labels, explaining their purposes, and providing examples. This was crucial since end users would apply the labels in different protection scenarios. The implementation helped the organization in several ways."
"The features my clients request most are sensitivity labels and data loss prevention. Additionally, I am trying to interest them in risk management and insider risk management, although those features are considered more advanced."
"Before using it, we had a lot of unlabeled data, and the tool helped us quickly and accurately label a large number of documents."
"Incorporating data loss prevention capabilities built into the Microsoft platform to endpoints, such as Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers, can also help prevent data loss and is highly advantageous."
"It ensures that sensitive data is automatically safeguarded, even for email attachments, regardless of the user or device."
"Purview is about auditing and discoverability. We need to ensure people aren't releasing information that they shouldn't and that they're doing multi-factor authentication or accessing it from the correct devices. It aids in reducing silos within organizations, enabling staff to easily find documents and contacts without exhausting human resources."
"The UI is user-friendly, and I have observed that it improves further each year."
"The reporting capabilities of Microsoft Purview are crucial. They provide insights into potentially non-compliant situations and suggest ways to rectify them. The solution helps to automate many tasks, allowing human operators to focus on areas where they offer the most value."
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Cons

"One area with room for improvement would be the ability to generate detailed quality reports. Some Python libraries provide quality scores and reports—having that capability within IBM Data Governance would be beneficial."
"Purview could better integrate with third-party tools, but I don't have a specific use case for that because It's currently integrated into the managed services we offer to Microsoft customers using E5 licenses."
"The communication around Microsoft product names and functionalities can be confusing, like when they combined Office 365 Risk and Compliance with Azure Purview. Then, they added Purview Hub to Fabric, and people thought Purview Hub would do data lineages, but it didn't. It isn't full-fledged Purview. It's just one feature set."
"I wouldn't recommend Microsoft Purview Information Protection for petabytes of documents as performance might be affected."
"Purview could better integrate with third-party tools, but I don't have a specific use case for that because It's currently integrated into the managed services we offer to Microsoft customers using E5 licenses."
"Microsoft customer service is hit or miss. Sometimes, I get a fast and knowledgeable response, while other times, I've experienced delays and received no resolution."
"There should be more training and communication regarding new features. I may be missing those communications, but it often seems like changes happen in the Purview portal without notice. Having a roadmap or updates about new releases would be helpful for demonstrating to clients. If things are constantly changing, I sometimes look silly when I log in, and things have moved or changed."
"There is potential for more integration in the use of AI."
"I rate Microsoft support six out of 10. Response times are a challenge. It's hard to be an ambassador for a product when you know it will be hard to get support."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The pricing and setup costs are transferred to my clients, who find it affordable and are satisfied with what they receive."
"Initially, Purview's cost seemed quite high because it was for personal use. I was scanning a tiny tenant and thinking, "If I extrapolate this to an enterprise-scale tenant, it will be quite costly." However, I talked to people who had compared it to other products on the market, and they're spending five figures to get started. At least, Purview has a free trial, so you can try some of the features early on."
"The tool's pricing is fairly low, less than 100,000 for a year."
"The price is determined by the enterprise licensing, either the E3 or E5 licensing or the EMS plus security and other feature licensing."
"The tool's pricing is not a problem for customers because they often purchase it as part of a bundle. With an E5 license, for example, users get access to the entire functionality. This is one of the main reasons why many customers are choosing Microsoft."
"The product is affordable, and our clients agree. Sensitivity labels come with the MIP license at an additional $2 a month per user, an excellent deal for auto-labeling capabilities."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
8%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM Data Governance?
IBM Data Governance improved data analytics operations. During a company merger, we used IBM Data Governance to understand and bridge sample data between systems.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Data Governance?
I would rate pricing an eight out of ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive. It's pretty expensive.
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What needs improvement with IBM Data Governance?
One area with room for improvement would be the ability to generate detailed quality reports. Some Python libraries provide quality scores and reports—having that capability within IBM Data Governa...
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What do you like most about Microsoft Purview Information Protection?
It ensures that sensitive data is automatically safeguarded, even for email attachments, regardless of the user or device.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Purview Information Protection?
As a service provider, we do not handle licensing directly. Our focus is on helping customers maximize their software investment. If the customer already has an E5 agreement, we help them get the m...
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What needs improvement with Microsoft Purview Information Protection?
Purview could better integrate with third-party tools, but I don't have a specific use case for that because It's currently integrated into the managed services we offer to Microsoft customers usin...
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Overview

IBM Data Governance is a comprehensive solution designed to help organizations effectively manage and govern their data assets. Its primary use case is to establish and enforce data policies, standards, and rules across the enterprise.

The most valuable functionality of IBM Data Governance includes data classification, data lineage, and data quality management. Data classification enables organizations to categorize and label data based on sensitivity, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR. Data lineage provides a clear understanding of the origin and movement of data, facilitating data governance and decision-making. Data quality management ensures data accuracy, completeness, and consistency, enhancing overall data reliability.

IBM Data Governance helps organizations in several ways. Firstly, it improves data visibility and control, enabling organizations to understand their data landscape and make informed decisions. Secondly, it enhances data security and privacy by enforcing policies and standards, reducing the risk of data breaches. Thirdly, it promotes collaboration and accountability among data stakeholders, fostering a culture of data governance. Lastly, it enables organizations to optimize data usage and value, leading to improved operational efficiency and better business outcomes.

Implement Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) to help you discover, classify, and protect sensitive information wherever it lives or travels.

MIP capabilities are included with Microsoft 365 Compliance and give you the tools to know your data, protect your data, and prevent data loss.

To learn more about our solution, ask questions, and share feedback, join our Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Community.

 

Sample Customers

TIAA CREF, Control Risks Group
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