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We performed a comparison between Actifio and IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Test Data Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Actifio vs. IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"This product has unique capabilities that lead the product category in test data management, cloning and recovery.""Very user-friendly and the QSA is very good.""They will assist me in achieving whatever budget issue the client may be having.""Very user-friendly and the QSA is very good.""Actifio was very stable. Whenever they identified bugs, they would promptly provide us with patches."

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"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.""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."

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Cons
"The solution doesn't support AIX software or in-cloud, and we have a lot of servers running on AIX and Oracle.""The initial setup is complex.""While the product does support various databases, the company needs to make more of an effort to support N-minus-one compatibility.""Areas that need improvement would be the support for recovery in the physical environment.""Lacks the option to price backup costs within the solution itself."

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

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Pricing is on a case by case basis."
  • "Support is very good. They send out a VM link and help you fix any issues."
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  • "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."
  • "We purchase TDM's yearly license."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Actifio was very stable. Whenever they identified bugs, they would promptly provide us with patches.
    Top Answer:I think licensing costs are reasonable but we have taxes here in Brazil that make hi-tech products more expensive.
    Top Answer:The area they could improve was when we were in Azure cloud, and Actifio got bought by Google, they stopped supporting us. So that's an area they could improve.
    Top Answer: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.
    Top Answer:TDM's efficiency in terms of generating reports needs improvement. It could work faster.
    Top Answer:We use the product to track across the entire product life cycle.
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    Also Known As
    IBM Optim Test Data Management, Optim Test Data Management, IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management
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    Overview
    Actifio is the world’s leading Enterprise Data-as-a-Service (EDaaS) platform. It enables thousands of users around the world to deliver their data just as they deliver their applications and infrastructure… as a service available instantly, anywhere. An enterprise-class software platform powered by patented Virtual Data Pipeline™ technology, Actifio frees data from traditional infrastructure to accelerate adoption of hybrid cloud, build higher quality applications faster, and improve business resiliency and availability. For more, visit Actifio.com or follow us on Twitter @Actifio.

    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.

    Sample Customers
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm22%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Retailer7%
    Government7%
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    Financial Services Firm27%
    Insurance Company9%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
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    Small Business13%
    Midsize Enterprise38%
    Large Enterprise50%
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    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise72%
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    Small Business7%
    Midsize Enterprise7%
    Large Enterprise87%
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    Small Business11%
    Midsize Enterprise5%
    Large Enterprise85%
    Buyer's Guide
    Actifio vs. IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM)
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Actifio vs. IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    767,847 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Actifio is ranked 6th in Test Data Management with 7 reviews while IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) is ranked 4th in Test Data Management with 14 reviews. Actifio is rated 8.8, while IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Actifio writes "Actifio enables quick and efficient data refreshes". On the other hand, the top reviewer of IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) writes "User-friendly platform with valuable data management features ". Actifio is most compared with Rubrik, Delphix, Veeam Backup & Replication, Commvault Cloud and NetApp Cloud Backup, whereas IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) is most compared with Delphix, Broadcom Test Data Manager, Informatica Test Data Management (TDM) and Tricentis Tosca. See our Actifio vs. IBM InfoSphere Optim Test Data Management (TDM) report.

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