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SSIS vs Tungsten RPA comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
7.3
SSIS provides cost-effective data management efficiency, delivering ROI without extra costs apart from the SQL Server license.
Sentiment score
7.6
Tungsten RPA boosted aviation efficiency and government savings by streamlining processes, reducing errors, and cutting costs.
Using SSIS has proven cost-effective as there are no additional fees outside the SQL Server license, and it significantly enhances data management efficiency.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.0
Many users prefer online resources over Microsoft's good but occasionally slow and expensive technical support for critical issues.
Sentiment score
7.0
Tungsten RPA support is generally effective, with knowledgeable staff, though some users report delays and suggest faster responses.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
SSIS is moderately scalable, better for batch processing, with varied performance depending on infrastructure and implementation challenges.
Sentiment score
6.9
Tungsten RPA is scalable, flexible, and adaptable, but requires skilled deployment and faces challenges like licensing and upgrades.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
SSIS is a reliable, mature tool with minor performance concerns, praised for stability in diverse projects despite occasional issues.
Sentiment score
7.8
Tungsten RPA is stable and reliable, though some find it complex with legacy apps; it scores 7-9/10 for stability.
It processes large volumes of data quickly.
 

Room For Improvement

SSIS requires enhancements in error logging, real-time processing, and scalability while depending on external tools increases costs.
Tungsten RPA needs interface improvements, better scalability, AI features, enhanced integration, and support for complex processes and legacy systems.
SSIS has a difficult learning curve when dealing with complex transformations.
 

Setup Cost

SSIS is cost-effective for enterprises, bundled with SQL Server, but add-ons can increase costs; overall valued for integration.
Tungsten RPA offers flexible subscription pricing with unlimited workflows, varying costs by project needs, and requires upfront payments.
Utilizing SSIS involves no extra charges beyond the SQL Server license.
 

Valuable Features

SSIS offers user-friendly, cost-effective ETL solutions with C# scripting, cloud deployment, and extensive support, enhancing data integration and automation.
Tungsten RPA offers seamless integration, robust automation, and ease of use with advanced tools for document and process management.
One of the best aspects of SSIS is that it is built into Microsoft SQL Server, so there are no additional costs involved.
 

Categories and Ranking

SSIS
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
73
Ranking in other categories
Data Integration (4th)
Tungsten RPA
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
26
Ranking in other categories
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) (13th)
 

Mindshare comparison

SSIS and Tungsten RPA aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. SSIS is designed for Data Integration and holds a mindshare of 7.9%, down 8.0% compared to last year.
Tungsten RPA, on the other hand, focuses on Robotic Process Automation (RPA), holds 1.5% mindshare, down 2.2% since last year.
Data Integration
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
 

Featured Reviews

BobAmy - PeerSpot reviewer
Robust and does a good job of handling overload conditions
We purchase an add-on called task factory primarily to allow bulk delete, update, and upsert capability. I'd like to see this be part of the standard package. I believe there are ways to build a model and set variables so that it can be a generic process. In my next system, I would like to have a generic process that would handle all the logging and processing in a model that can be modified and enhanced as the need for a better process, or different statistics to be logged is discovered. I'd want this in a way that the model can be changed and all the processes, with their unique parameters, could all be changed with the model upgraded. I believe they should add some features that help to create the code using a model. This would allow for continuous improvement of the model uses and easy replication of all the different programs that use the model.
Jamil Milhem - PeerSpot reviewer
Automates browsing tasks without needing a server connection
I have worked with Microsoft Power Platform and UiPath. Kofax RPA offers a comprehensive solution with built-in capabilities for executing tasks like running Excel files and web automation without additional servers. They provide their browsers and extensions. For functions such as OCR, image processing, and data extraction, Kofax has built-in features powered by their engine, eliminating the need for subscriptions to external technologies like Microsoft Cognitive Services or Google Search. One of Kofax RPA's strongest features is its on-premise solution, which is particularly beneficial for organizations operating in regions with data regulations, such as the UAE.
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Comparison Review

it_user90069 - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 20, 2014
Informatica PowerCenter vs. Microsoft SSIS - each technology has its advantages but also have similarities
Technology has made it easier for businesses to organize and manipulate data to get a clearer picture of what’s going on with their business. Notably, ETL tools have made managing huge amounts of data significantly easier and faster, boosting many organizations’ business intelligence operations…
 

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
18%
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
8%
Healthcare Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

Which is better - SSIS or Informatica PowerCenter?
SSIS PowerPack is a group of drag and drop connectors for Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, commonly called SSIS. The collection helps organizations boost productivity with code-free compo...
What do you like most about SSIS?
The product's deployment phase is easy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SSIS?
Utilizing SSIS involves no extra charges beyond the SQL Server license. It's an economical choice for my clients.
What do you like most about Kofax RPA?
You can automate browsing tasks without needing a server connection. The platform provides its browser, allowing you to run anything inside it.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Kofax RPA?
The pricing models across the market initially differed significantly, as most RPA implementations were licensed on a per bot basis, unlike Tungsten RPA, which uses a server-based model. Though the...
What needs improvement with Kofax RPA?
Automation of complex processes involving stable legacy systems could be a major plus. The biggest issue lies in the stability of the target environment. Automating systems based on Citrix, where u...
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

SQL Server Integration Services
Kofax RPA, Kofax Kapow, Kapow
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

1. Amazon.com 2. Bank of America 3. Capital One 4. Coca-Cola 5. Dell 6. E*TRADE 7. FedEx 8. Ford Motor Company 9. Google 10. Home Depot 11. IBM 12. Intel 13. JPMorgan Chase 14. Kraft Foods 15. Lockheed Martin 16. McDonald's 17. Microsoft 18. Morgan Stanley 19. Nike 20. Oracle 21. PepsiCo 22. Procter & Gamble 23. Prudential Financial 24. RBC Capital Markets 25. SAP 26. Siemens 27. Sony 28. Toyota 29. UnitedHealth Group 30. Visa 31. Walmart 32. Wells Fargo
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