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Arun Andavar Nagarajan - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Manager at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Multi-source system centralized in one location for efficient data transformation
Pros and Cons
  • "There is a lot of flexibility and a lot of control if you use this efficiently."
  • "The setup could be more user-friendly."

What is our primary use case?

Our financial system is on Oracle-based, SaaS, hosted on the Oracle cloud. From different XML sources, we had to bring in high volumes of transactions into the financial system.

Before we put all of the data into the product and financial system, we need the data to go through some data messaging, and create some rules and derive some values. There are five or six million records every day.

Google has some very good tools on its platform. They have an App Engine and cluster-based programming so that you are able to achieve high performance. 

How has it helped my organization?

Because this is a multiple source system, we need a centralized place where all of the data rules are maintained and where all of the data transformations are performed.

Being from an Oracle background, Oracle doesn't have the tools that Google has to transform the high volume data.

It can perform that validation for the high volume transactions in less time, it can be transformed in minutes.

What is most valuable?

I like this solution. It has a lot of abilities such as data processing and cluster data creation.

The way they use the sources efficiently and the performance are good. The cost is also less, depending on the way that you code.

There is a lot of flexibility and a lot of control if you use this efficiently.

What needs improvement?

I would like to see the drag and drop features improved. They have a lot of hand-coded coding. Now they are doing less coding and more drag and drop and configuration. 

From a developer's perspective, it would make it simpler and also the less manual coding will lead to fewer defects. Less coding ability but most coding should be automated using a drag and drop functionality.

The setup could be more user-friendly.

In the next release, I would like to see improved drag and drop features, less coding abilities, or zero coding abilities. This would mean that you can do it by using your configurations, or even when you drag and drop it can be an orchestration so that anyone can do it. It would not be just some hand-coded kind of development that will be used by developers in the future.

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For how long have I used the solution?

We are typically a solution provider and we implemented this solution twelve months ago.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It's a stable product.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability is really good.

There are not many end-users who come in and log in every day, because all of these transformations are completed automatically. From the administration standpoint, there are three or four people taking care of the databases and the application layer. The product is all automated and it's a matter of a back and forth thing.

How are customer service and support?

I have not contacted Google support.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We were using Oracle. Previously, we were not using any products. Other products such as JCS and ICS are not this kind of solution. They are that capable. Oracle may have some other products, but I am not aware of it.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was ok, although it can be made to be more user-friendly.

The length of deployment depends on the client's requirements. This particular client has very stringent requirements and it had to go through multiple QA processes. It did take some time but that had to do with the change in management.

You need three or four people with varying skillsets if you are implementing this. We had approximately five for this.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I think that the cost is metered based on the data, but I don't have the details.

What other advice do I have?

This is an awesome product.

This solution is pretty automated. When you come from an administrative standpoint, they come and just do some maintenance now and then. They're very few.

My advice for anybody who is implementing this solution is that they have to be very careful. Though this has all of the capabilities, be very careful. Before they engage in the design, you have to understand the volume of transactions you are going to have. What are the turnaround times that you need and the performance considerations? Depending on that, you have to define the architecture of the solution. There are various factors.

There is a thought process before you go into the developing mode.

You have to go through many different people and understand what the restrictions of the various databases that Google has provided are. You have a lot of tools to select before you start developing. There are many tools on this platform and you have to pick the right ones for the right solution. Cost and performance on this type of solution dictate that.

A thorough analysis should be done before you get into this because it's not easy.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Private Cloud

If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

Google
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Idah Lukhabi - PeerSpot reviewer
Service Delivery Manager at Wilken Telecoms
Real User
Top 5
Helps to store data on the cloud and avoid data loss
Pros and Cons
  • "I can access the information whenever I want. It's integration is easy. The tool's GUI is easy to use with an IT background. The value benefits of using it include the ability to avoid storing data on local machines, reducing the risk of data loss"
  • "People who don't have experience in IT may find the tool challenging. It needs to improve its pricing."

What is our primary use case?

I used the tool for data storage. 

What is most valuable?

I can access the information whenever I want. It's integration is easy. The tool's GUI is easy to use with an IT background. The value benefits of using it include the ability to avoid storing data on local machines, reducing the risk of data loss

What needs improvement?

People who don't have experience in IT may find the tool challenging. It needs to improve its pricing. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I used the tool for six months. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I am the sole user of the solution. 

How are customer service and support?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy's technical support is okay. 

How was the initial setup?

The solution's deployment was not very quick. It took about two weeks to deploy, but that wasn't continuous work. It was more like a few hours here and there over two weeks.

What other advice do I have?

I stopped using the tool when I shifted to the office. I had to align my use with the office requirements. I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy an eight out of ten. 

I recommend that others be clear about their needs and requirements before choosing a product. It's important to evaluate thoroughly whether the product meets their specific needs.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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HR at MRC Logistics India Pvt
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
An easy-to-use solution that can be used for the storage of vital documents, data collection, and data analysis
Pros and Cons
  • "Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is an easy-to-use solution."
  • "The solution's AI integration could be improved."

What is our primary use case?

I use the solution for the storage of my vital documents, collection of data, analysis of data, presentations, and email. I could create forms and collect data required for different purposes.

What is most valuable?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is an easy-to-use solution. It doesn't need much technical expertise, and a person familiar with operating a PC can use it. You should know programming and how to use code at an advanced level.

What needs improvement?

The solution's AI integration could be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy for 15 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution's stability is good.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is easy to scale. Around 25,000 users were using the solution in my previous organization.

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup is not complicated.

What about the implementation team?

The solution's per-user configuration takes a matter of a few minutes. You generate their user credentials, hand them over to the users, and then they can start using it.

What was our ROI?

The solution's return on investment depends on how the user utilizes it.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is an expensive solution. The solution has a per-user-based license. On a scale from one to ten, where ten is expensive and one is cheap, I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy an eight out of ten.

What other advice do I have?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is a completely cloud-based solution.

Users should understand for what purpose they are buying the solution. Unless you can fully utilize it, don't choose Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy.

Overall, I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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reviewer1292874 - PeerSpot reviewer
Staff Technical Program Manager at a retailer with 10,001+ employees
Real User
It is totally awesome in terms of scalability and comes with a lot of features
Pros and Cons
  • "It is totally awesome in terms of scalability. Its scalability was the main reason for moving to Google Cloud. It also comes with a lot of features. We are satisfied with the features it has."
  • "We have some challenges related to purging the data. We get a lot of data on a daily basis that has to be refreshed on the site, but we are seeing some challenges with that. They can also include some third-party integration. We have one Akamai dependency. If they can come up with some API to talk to Akamai, it would be good."

What is our primary use case?

I work in a retail company. We have a physical data center where we use IBM servers. We want to get rid of them because every time we have a peak season, we have to add the infrastructure and then remove it when it is not the peak time. This process of adding the servers, taking notes, and bringing them down requires a lot of operational effort. There is a lot of manual intervention for adding the resources and configuring the servers, which is a lot of work for the company. That's why we are migrating all our applications. 

Google Cloud will help us in getting the additional assistance just by clicking a button. We basically want to automate instead of doing manual interventions. It is an organizational initiative to move to Google Cloud. At least five to ten teams are involved based on each application and around a hundred people are involved.

What is most valuable?

It is totally awesome in terms of scalability. Its scalability was the main reason for moving to Google Cloud. It also comes with a lot of features. We are satisfied with the features it has.

What needs improvement?

We have some challenges related to purging the data. We get a lot of data on a daily basis that has to be refreshed on the site, but we are seeing some challenges with that.

They can also include some third-party integration. We have one Akamai dependency. If they can come up with some API to talk to Akamai, it would be good.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using this solution for one a half years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is very stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Its scalability is really good.

How are customer service and technical support?

Their technical support is good. 

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is straightforward. 

What about the implementation team?

We get support from Google. There are some Google engineers who visit us on-site, and based on our problem statement, they are able to suggest different approaches and solutions.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Its price is good. For each server, we are saving $300 a month. We have at least thousands of servers. It is a huge cost reduction for us.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Private Cloud
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Quan Vu - PeerSpot reviewer
Data Governance Manager at VPBFC
Real User
Top 5
Provides good scalability and has an easy initial setup process
Pros and Cons
  • "The product is simple to use."
  • "They should include case studies to learn about the use cases."

What is most valuable?

The product is simple to use. Additionally, it uses fiber optics and some native technologies of Google, such as Kubernetes, which are essential for the network.

What needs improvement?

They should include case studies to learn about the use cases. It is a bit technical, and figuring out the proper use cases for our business is challenging. We would like to know the exact technical intricacies and its output regarding return on investment.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy for three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the product's stability a nine and a half out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have 300 Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy users in our organization. It is a scalable platform.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy. It requires four engineers to execute the process.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The product's costing model needs improvement. There should be flexible pricing options.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy a nine out of ten. They should add more information on the business cases.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Architect at Red Hat
Real User
Top 20
An easy-to-use and stable tool for virtual machines and for deploying some container platforms
Pros and Cons
  • "Scalability-wise, it is an easy solution to scale up. I rate the solution's scalability a ten out of ten."
  • "I think that the solution needs to be made available in a local region of every country, especially in countries like Taiwan."

What is our primary use case?

In our company, we used the solution for virtual machines and for deploying some container platforms on Google Cloud Platform.

What is most valuable?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is an easy-to-use tool, primarily considering the UI on its website, making it the solution's most valuable feature.

What needs improvement?

I think that the solution needs to be made available in a local region of every country, especially in countries like Taiwan. The solution to its users should provide more choices in terms of regions.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy for a year.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

I rate the solution's stability an eight out of ten since there is a need to increase the training of the solution's users.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Scalability-wise, it is an easy solution to scale up. I rate the solution's scalability a ten out of ten.

There are around 15 users of the solution in my company.

Some other people in my company are in charge of looking into the plans concerning the solution's increase in usage.

How are customer service and support?

I have used Google's technical support, and they have been friendly in their approach.

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup is easy.

The deployment process can be done in a week.

The solution is deployed on the cloud.

What about the implementation team?

We did seek help from a consultant with the solution's integration phase.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

There is a need to make yearly payments toward the solution's licensing.

What other advice do I have?

Four developers are required for the solution's maintenance.

I recommend the solution to those planning to use it since we ourselves would choose Google Cloud Platform in our company.

Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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System and network security engineer at Central Bank of Nigeria
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
A highly stable solution solution that makes Infrastructure as Code (IaC) easier
Pros and Cons
  • "Since the solution works with Terraform, it makes Infrastructure as Code (IaC) easier."
  • "The solution is a bit complex and could be made easier to use."

What is our primary use case?

We have an Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) solution hosted on the Google Cloud platform and deployed internally. We use the solution to do identity and access management and security updates on that.

What is most valuable?

Since the solution works with Terraform, it makes Infrastructure as Code (IaC) easier.

What needs improvement?

The solution is a bit complex and could be made easier to use. The solution should have an easier knowledge base. The solution should have basic-level certifications that encourage people to start using it because its certifications are lengthy.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy ten out of ten for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is a scalable solution. Around 20 administrators are using the solution in our organization.

How are customer service and support?

The solution's technical support tool could be better because they use third-party vendors instead of Google engineers.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We previously worked with Azure. We switched to Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy because it was blockchain-based.

How was the initial setup?

The solution’s initial setup is pretty straightforward.

What about the implementation team?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy was deployed by a vendor for us.

What other advice do I have?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is a cloud-based solution, and we are using its latest version.

Overall, I rate Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy an eight out of ten.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Deputy Manager - Radio Frequency Planning at RF-SMART
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
User-friendly platform with an easy setup process
Pros and Cons
  • "It is a stable platform."
  • "The product is expensive. Its price needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

The product works as a total cloud solution in terms of Wi-Fi services.

How has it helped my organization?

The platform is user-friendly.

What is most valuable?

It is a stable platform.

What needs improvement?

The product is expensive. Its price needs improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy for two years. At present, we use the latest version.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the product's stability a nine out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have ten Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy users in our organization. The usage depends on specific vendor requirements. It is a scalable product. I rate its scalability a ten out of ten.

How are customer service and support?

We don't have to contact the technical support team as the product's uptime is 99.99%.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy. It takes two hours to complete the process. It includes cloud authentication, software installation, and IP network configuration. We have a team of five technical executives to work on deployment. It has low-cost maintenance.

What about the implementation team?

I can implement the product myself.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is expensive. However, it is inexpensive compared to on-premise deployment. Also, limited storage for primary usage is free of cost.

What other advice do I have?

I recommend Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy and rate it a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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