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IBM InfoSphere Optim

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Database Development and Management
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Kenneth Estanislao
Can easily restore the database, but the cost needs to be reduced
ChristopherSmith1
SQL Search and change automation functionality help us manage our code repository and databases
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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."

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"It is easy to track the reports, this is what is most valuable for me.""The most valuable feature is SQL Search."

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

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"I would like to see the bandwidth increase allowing me to easily analyze more data.""The biggest problem with the Redgate SQL Toolbelt is just how heavy it is; it seems to take a lot of resources."

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

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  • "The cost is about $3,500 USD per individual to buy, and then it's about 20% per year for renewal."
  • "Our fees are paid on an annual basis."

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    What do you like most about IBM InfoSphere Optim?
    Top Answer:We like that we can easily restore the database with just a few clicks. The database is linked as well.
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    Top Answer:IBM InfoSphere Optim is a very expensive solution. Actually, it's the most expensive archiving solution that we have. The cost is per license and per gigabytes.
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    17th
    out of 62 in Database Development and Management
    Views
    849
    Comparisons
    296
    Reviews
    2
    Average Words per Review
    489
    Rating
    6.0
    7th
    out of 62 in Database Development and Management
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    2,255
    Comparisons
    1,107
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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.

    Redgate's SQL Toolbelt contains the industry-standard products for SQL Server development, deployment, backup, and monitoring. Together, they make you productive, your team agile, and your data safe.

    Thousands of SQL Server professionals rely on the SQL Toolbelt every day, because it’s reliable, easy to use, and plugs in to the tools they already use for application development.

    Sample Customers
    Durham Police Department, Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc., Continental, KCE Electronics Public Company Limited, The University of Adelaide, Migros Zurich, COPROB
    Thinger.fi, Churchill College Univeristy of Cambridge, Margin Business Solutions Ltd., 4Penny.net, Sportinginsider.net, Lockheed Martin, Phillip Securities Pte Ltd, Nmbrs
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm32%
    Insurance Company10%
    Computer Software Company8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm14%
    Government11%
    Computer Software Company10%
    Insurance Company7%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business16%
    Midsize Enterprise7%
    Large Enterprise78%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise66%
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    IBM InfoSphere Optim is ranked 17th in Database Development and Management with 3 reviews while Redgate SQL Toolbelt is ranked 7th in Database Development and Management. IBM InfoSphere Optim is rated 6.6, while Redgate SQL Toolbelt is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of IBM InfoSphere Optim writes "Can easily restore the database, but the cost needs to be reduced". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Redgate SQL Toolbelt writes "SQL Search and change automation functionality help us manage our code repository and databases". IBM InfoSphere Optim is most compared with Solix Enterprise Data Management, Informatica Data Archive, Informatica Persistent Data Masking and Oracle Enterprise Manager, whereas Redgate SQL Toolbelt is most compared with Quest Spotlight, DBmaestro Database Source Control, IDERA SQL Diagnostic Manager for SQL Server, SolarWinds Database Performance Analyzer and Devart dotConnect.

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