Ellucian Ethos vs. HCL DataConnect

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Ellucian Ethos
Score 7.0 out of 10
N/A
The Ellucian Ethos Framework is a data integration platform designed for higher education institutions and their business structures. The Ethos Framework can be extended to include other Ellucian products for greater analytics, workflow, and mobile capacities.N/A
HCL DataConnect
Score 6.8 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
HCL DataConnect (formerly Actian DataConnect) is a hybrid integration solution that enables users to integrate anything, anywhere, anytime. It can be deployed in on-premise, cloud, and/or hybrid environments and offers quick onboarding. With its emphasis data quality, data reuse, adaptability and self-service integration, DataConnect is designed to support rapid onboarding and deliver the fast time to value.N/A
Pricing
Ellucian EthosHCL DataConnect
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Pricing Offerings
Ellucian EthosHCL DataConnect
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
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Features
Ellucian EthosHCL DataConnect
Cloud Data Integration
Comparison of Cloud Data Integration features of Product A and Product B
Ellucian Ethos
8.6
3 Ratings
5% above category average
HCL DataConnect
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Ratings
Pre-built connectors8.03 Ratings00 Ratings
Connector modification8.13 Ratings00 Ratings
Support for real-time and batch integration8.52 Ratings00 Ratings
Data quality services10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Data security features9.02 Ratings00 Ratings
Monitoring console8.02 Ratings00 Ratings
Data Source Connection
Comparison of Data Source Connection features of Product A and Product B
Ellucian Ethos
-
Ratings
HCL DataConnect
9.5
2 Ratings
14% above category average
Connect to traditional data sources00 Ratings9.92 Ratings
Connecto to Big Data and NoSQL00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Data Transformations
Comparison of Data Transformations features of Product A and Product B
Ellucian Ethos
-
Ratings
HCL DataConnect
9.9
2 Ratings
16% above category average
Simple transformations00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Complex transformations00 Ratings9.92 Ratings
Data Modeling
Comparison of Data Modeling features of Product A and Product B
Ellucian Ethos
-
Ratings
HCL DataConnect
9.9
2 Ratings
19% above category average
Data model creation00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Metadata management00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Business rules and workflow00 Ratings9.92 Ratings
Collaboration00 Ratings9.82 Ratings
Testing and debugging00 Ratings9.92 Ratings
Data Governance
Comparison of Data Governance features of Product A and Product B
Ellucian Ethos
-
Ratings
HCL DataConnect
9.5
1 Ratings
15% above category average
Integration with data quality tools00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Integration with MDM tools00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
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User Ratings
Ellucian EthosHCL DataConnect
Likelihood to Recommend
7.0
(3 ratings)
8.9
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
6.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Ellucian EthosHCL DataConnect
Likelihood to Recommend
Ellucian
Ethos Integration is a work in progress. Some API's are still not available under this framework. However, it has the advantage of being an abstraction layer on top of the database, supports the publish-subscribe model. Since some Banner 9 modules still do not support the direct SAML2 connection, Ethos Identity (EIS Server) is a necessity for SSO.
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HCL Technologies
The choice to use Actian DataConnect really comes down to pricing and the type of integration project you are performing, specifically with the requirements, whether you want the integration to be on-premise or in the cloud, can you install agents on your servers etc. For integration tools it runs head to head with its competitors.
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Pros
Ellucian
  • It allows connection between systems that are completely different
  • It allows you to use workflows in terms of if one thing happens in one system you can "notify" multiple subscribers to take actions
  • It has analytics to provide you insights into your applications
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HCL Technologies
  • Map multiple source and destination tables - what would be done in many steps in SSIS can be done in one or two "maps" in Data Integrator.
  • Platform independent, cloud based, no client software.
  • Conversion of data types, write flat files - this helps us with integrating systems.
  • Fairly straightforward to use if the user has ETL experience.
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Cons
Ellucian
  • Operational reporting: This does not replace or provide an easy platform for operational reports or warehousing. It would be nice if they provided a full stack.
  • Learning curve: Training and documentation are minimal.
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HCL Technologies
  • Integration Manager needs better scheduling improvements. Like dependencies, and not running a process again if the prior run is still running.
  • New connector development does not seem a priority.
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Support Rating
Ellucian
Support from Ellucian for Ethos Integration was generally good. The help in building Ethos was adequate, and resolving issues were handled professionally. However, for Ethos Identity module, the support in building the cluster failover architecture was lacking. After over a month of open engagement, the issue still has not been resolved.
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HCL Technologies
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Alternatives Considered
Ellucian
We have not used any other product similar to this, but for us, it made sense that the first product we tried was made by the company who developed our ERP system because they know the system inside/out. Solutions made by other companies that only look into documentation does not mean they would be able to create a product that could do such integration well.
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HCL Technologies
Data Integrator was initially a part of a package deal for us with our new Student Information System. It was chosen prior to my arrival at the institution. Since I discovered we have SQL Server licenses, we have decided to use SSIS instead since I have a background in the MSBI stack and SSIS appears to be more straightforward (process flow philosophy vs "map" philosophy.)
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Return on Investment
Ellucian
  • Our ROI is nonexistent at this time as we are still implementing. However, the minimal cost signifies that it will be a significant help.
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HCL Technologies
  • Our customer likes the consistent reliable integrations we have built so we [got] a definite return on investment.
  • Problems are fairly easy to handle and rework.
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ScreenShots

HCL DataConnect Screenshots

Screenshot of DataConnect is a hybrid integration solution used to design, deploy, and manage integrations on premise, in the cloud or in hybrid environments with no limits on data types or volumes.Screenshot of Actian DataConnect is a versatile hybrid integration platform that supports a wide range of use cases in every industry.Screenshot of DataConnect helps service delivery teams (e.g. SaaS ProServ team, Systems Integrator) rapidly  onboard and maintain application integrations across their customer base.Screenshot of DataConnect helps organizations onboard master data from their customers as part of the customer onboarding and maintenance process.Screenshot of DataConnect helps an enterprise or service provider exchange EDI data with their supply chain, customer network, or partner network.Screenshot of Actian DataConnect