IBM InfoSphere Optim vs IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) comparison

The compared IBM InfoSphere Optim and IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) solutions aren't in the same category. IBM InfoSphere Optim is ranked #16 in DDM , with an average rating of 7.0, and holds a 2.5% mindshare in the category. IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) is ranked #6 in TDM , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 9.9% mindshare. Additionally, 66% of IBM InfoSphere Optim users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) users who would recommend it.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM InfoSphere Optim

Average Rating

6.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Database Development and Management (16th)

IBM InfoSphere Optim Test D...

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Test Data Management (6th)

Mindshare comparison

IBM InfoSphere Optim and IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. IBM InfoSphere Optim is designed for Database Development and Management and holds a mindshare of 2.5%, up 1.9% compared to last year.
IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM), on the other hand, focuses on Test Data Management, holds 9.9% mindshare, down 14.1% since last year.

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Q&A Highlights

reviewer571287

Works at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees

Jul 09, 2017

Looking for recommendations for a service contract to de-identifiy patient data in databases.

I have experience transforming PII data in Oracle and might be interested in an opportunity like this. Please contact me at khoyle001@hotmail.com

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Featured Reviews

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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Ajai Lal

Project Manager at Mphasis

Supports both legacy and non-legacy systems

The solution's initial setup is neither complex nor too easy. Around six or seven people, including database administrators, were involved in the solution's deployment. On a scale from one to ten, where one is difficult and ten is easy, I rate the solution's initial setup a four to five out of ten.

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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

"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."

"The platform's ability to generate metrics is the most valuable feature for data management. It is a user-friendly and easy-to-use tool."

"Data masking features are the most valuable, as non-production environments are used by diverse parties and data privacy has to be guaranteed."

"The solution can be used on both legacy and non-legacy systems."

"I like the features compared to other tools. This tool is more flexible to use than other tools like an Oracle product or SAP product. I think IBM tools are more flexible, and this tool is also a good product."

Cons

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

"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."

"TDM's efficiency in terms of generating reports needs improvement. It could work faster."

"I would like to be able to combine different masking functions on the same column map, making more complex masking without the need of writing an Lua procedure."

"I think it could be more secure. I don't have experience with the security aspects concerning PII data, but I think it can still be streamlined a little more. It could also have some more features, and the initial setup could be more straightforward."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"We purchase TDM's yearly license."

"You have to pay yearly for the license, which comes at a reduced cost. The monthly payment option for a shorter project duration is also good."

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Answers from the Community

reviewer571287

Works at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees

Jul 9, 2017

Looking for recommendations for a service contract to de-identifiy patient data in databases.

I have experience transforming PII data in Oracle and might be interested in an opportunity like this. Please contact me at khoyle001@hotmail.com

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it_user674937

Sales Leader - Financial Services, Insurance and Major Accounts at Informatica

Jul 6, 2017

CA solution is a much better solution...

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it_user646011

Client Technical Professional at IBM

Jul 6, 2017

In addition to IBM Lab Services, there are several IBM partners that could help you. I would contact Estuate, Xtensegrity, ABMartin or ConcordUSA.

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

29%

Healthcare Company

Insurance Company

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

21%

Insurance Company

12%

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Healthcare Company

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What do you like most about IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM)?

The platform's ability to generate metrics is the most valuable feature for data management. It is a user-friendly and easy-to-use tool.

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What needs improvement with IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM)?

TDM's efficiency in terms of generating reports needs improvement. It could work faster.

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What is your primary use case for IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM)?

The solution is used mainly for data masking.

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Also Known As

IBM Optim, Optim

IBM Optim Test Data Management, Optim Test Data Management, IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management

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Overview

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

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