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    IBM Netezza Performance Server

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/ANetezza Performance Server (NPS) is an add-on data warehouse solution available on Cloud Pak for Data System platform, built over open source and optimized for High Performance Analytics with built-in hardware acceleration. Netezza Performance Server was previously named IBM Performance Server for PostgreSQL (IPS).N/A

    IBM watsonx.data

    Score8.4 out of 10
    N/AWatsonx.data is presented as an open, hybrid and governed data store that makes it possible for enterprises to scale analytics and AI with a fit-for-purpose data store, built on an open lakehouse architecture, supported by querying, governance and open data formats to access and share data.N/A
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    Free Trial
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    Free/Freemium Version
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    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Would buy again
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    Medium-sized Companies
    Cloudera Enterprise Data Hub
    Score9 out of 10
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    Score8.6 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Oracle Exadata
    Score9.8 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    IBM Netezza Performance ServerIBM watsonx.data
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.3
    (6 ratings)
    8.2
    (34 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
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    7.3
    (4 ratings)
    Usability
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    8.0
    (10 ratings)
    Availability
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    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
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    8.2
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    Support Rating
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    9.1
    (4 ratings)
    Online Training
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    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
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    8.2
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    Configurability
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    8.2
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    Ease of integration
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    7.3
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    Product Scalability
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    7.3
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    Vendor post-sale
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    User Testimonials
    IBM Netezza Performance ServerIBM watsonx.data
    Likelihood to Recommend
    IBM
    We can query the data source and treat multiple databases
    as one with IBM Netezza Performance Server.



    While delivering fast and reliable analytical performance, the IBM Netezza Performance Server requires minimal configuration and ongoing
    management.



    To drive organizational performance, Netezza Performance
    Server automatically simplifies data and AI to centralize all analytics
    activities on the device, exactly where the data resides.



    For data processing and application dashboards, IBM Netezza
    Performance Server is quite beneficial.





    IBM Netezza Performance Server simplifies event setup
    by notifying you when a hardware component fails, allowing you to quickly
    replace it.
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    IBM
    Real-time transaction processing (both reads and writes) is where DataStax Enterprise shines. It's very fast with linear scalability should more resources be needed. Additional nodes are added very easily. DataStax Enterprise on its own (without Solr or Spark enabled) isn't well suited for long complicated reports. The data model doesn't support joining multiple tables together which is common in BI reporting.
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    Pros
    IBM
    • IBM Netezza Performance Server enables capabilities to integrate with leading ETL solutions.
    • Data can be exported from the IBM Netezza Performance Server to a variety of formats, including Excel.
    • We can prioritize specific users and queries using IBM Netezza Performance Server.
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    IBM
    • Datastax Cassandra provides high availability and good performance for a database. It is built on top of open source Apache Cassandra so you can always somewhat understand the internal functioning and why.
    • Datastax Cassandra is fairly simple to start using, you can install/setup your cluster and be productive in 1 day.
    • Datastax Cassandra provides a lot of good detailed documentation, and when starting, the detailed free videos on the Datastax site and documentation are very helpful.
    • Datastax Enterprise Edition of Cassandra provides more tools, good support, and quick response SLA for enterprise business support.
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    Cons
    IBM
    • More tech support may make it easier as it is only limited to be done via company representatives
    • Overhead cost for replacements and services looks like it is high compared to others
    • Integration with other cloud based application will be great
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    IBM
    • Interface do need some improvement to be more intuitive for analysts like me.
    • Configuring multiple data sources can require support, as it isn't easy for new users. So, it can be made easier.
    • Additional ETL features can be added, so users don't have to switch between tools.
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    Likelihood to Renew
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    IBM
    As an open source technology Cassandra can be readily used with or without any commercial support. DataStax provides value-added services and features, and in the end it is up to individual situations to strike a balance between the desirability of such support/service versus the associated cost.
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    Usability
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    IBM
    DataStax has a good community built around it and has amazing scalability options. Though the initial setup is a bit costly, in the long run, it makes up for it. It also has powerful monitoring tools and a clean UI.
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    Reliability and Availability
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    IBM
    good recovery features
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    Performance
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    scalable product
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    Support Rating
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    IBM
    We have had a few situations where we caused an outage or something has gone wrong and we are able to get a support person to offer live help within minutes. The escalation process is excellent - the best I've seen - and the support team is incredibly strong. Outside of emergencies, the team is very helpful with general questions and working through data model exercises and the subscription I believe still comes with some hours to help get the data model reviewed.
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    Online Training
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    IBM
    easy to follow documentation, support is there when needed
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    Implementation Rating
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    IBM
    use saas service
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    Alternatives Considered
    IBM
    Netezza is sufficient against similar products. It comes down to personal preference, I'd love to have the data objects popping up as I type but some people may not like it.
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    IBM
    Claude is better for troubleshooting actual OPS/REXX but that's not an IBM product so I understand why IBM watsonx.data isn't great for that, but if IBM watsonx.data did help with code then it would be the only product that I use.
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    Scalability
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    IBM
    cognos integration works great
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    Return on Investment
    IBM
    • The appliance is all in one so we have all licenses and support contracts under one roof.
    • The cost is expensive so ROI may take time to be realized.
    • If done correctly, then Netezza provides the opportunity for huge ROI.
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    IBM
    • for one automation project, we managed to cut cloud storage costs by a third through IBM watsonx.data's lakehouse optimization
    • data integration projects have had a 20 % reduction in turnaround times. Can only imagine how that will improve with the Claude partnership
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