Actian Pervasive Data Integrator [EOL] vs SSIS comparison

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Actian Pervasive Data Integ...

Average Rating

5.8

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No ranking in other categories

SSIS

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

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BI Shnu Bhatta

Associate Manager at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

It is stable and we did not have any issues with initial setup. I am not sure if there are various connectors available in the recent version to support the wide range of sources available.

I am not sure if there are various connectors available in the recent version of Pervasive DI to support the wide range of sources available (e.g., big data, cloud, EME) I have been using it for 6-7 months. There were no concerns with the stability. This product is very good from a stability…

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Chris Farris

Manager, Data Operations at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees

User-friendly interface facilitates efficient data migration and reduces operational overhead

Its usability and ease of use are standout features. It is really easy to use - almost too easy at times. Users don't have to be experts to use their tool set and utilize the clicking mechanisms, drop down boxes, and other features to build a package and run it. The configuration is very easy and the system is very stable. I would rate it at a 10 as it is highly reliable; we have never had any problems with it. Very little maintenance is required on my side. While you need to keep the product up to date, the maintenance requirements are minimal. SSIS integrates with all Microsoft tools seamlessly. We have used it against Oracle, DB2 and SQL. It integrates and can move data around from any data platforms, making it very diverse in that standpoint. It is a very robust tool that can work with many data sources, and its main strength is that it is extremely easy to use.

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Pros

"This product is extremely useful and better than building an in-house solution."

"We have been using it for ETL, it is very robust and easy to use."

"For data transfers and ETLs on Windows, this is a great product."

"Web based interface."

"There were no concerns with the stability. This product is very good from a stability perspective."

"The workflow features have been very valuable; you can have automated workflows and all the steps are controlled, and the workflow functionality of integration services is excellent."

"SSIS integrates well with SQL servers and Microsoft products."

"Despite the complexity when dealing with advanced transformations, it is straightforward for simple data movements, and the performance is excellent."

"The interface is very user-friendly."

"SSIS is a tool which anybody can learn in no time."

"It has a drag and drop feature that makes it easy to use. It has a good user experience because it takes into account your most-used tools and they're lined up nicely so you can just drag and drop without looking too far. It also integrates nicely with Microsoft."

"Built in reports show package execution and messages. Logging can also be customized so only what is needed is logged. There is also an excellent logging replacement called BiXpress that provides both historical and real-time monitoring which is more efficient and much more robust than the built-in logging capabilities. And none of this requires custom coding to make it useful unlike many other ETL tools."

"The most valuables features are the relatively short learning curve, and the automation capabilities provided through the BIML add-in for SSDT."

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Cons

"At the moment, we can't even use it for 1, since it keeps failing in our QA testing."

"I am not sure if there are various connectors available in the recent version of Pervasive DI to support the wide range of sources available (e.g., big data, cloud, EME)."

"Technical support is an area which can definitely improve."

"The areas which I think need to be improved are the transform and load steps."

"We have a stability problem because when something works, it works one time. The next time, it doesn't work."

"It needs more integration tools, so you can connect to different sources."

"I would like to see more standard components out of the box, such as SFTP, and Data Compression components."

"It's a legacy tool, that is nearing the end of its useful life."

"The solution should work on the GPU, graphical processing unit. There should also be piping integration available."

"At one point, we did have to purchase an add-on."

"SSIS can improve by the minimum code requirements in stored procedures and exporting data is difficult. They could make it easier, it should be as easy as it is to import data."

"Future releases should improve the data lineage, as it currently is not good."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The solution is available at a lesser price than that of Informatica."

"We purchased the standard edition of SQL Server and SSIS came with it free of charge."

"My advice is to look at what your configuration will be because most companies have their own deals with Microsoft."

"t's incredibly cost effective, easy to learn the basics quickly (although like all ETL tools requires the traditional learning curve to get good at) and has an immense user base."

"If you don't want to pay a lot of money, you can go for SSIS, as its open-source version is available. When it comes to licensing, SSIS can be expensive."

"People have to opt for a perpetual-based licensing model."

"All of my clients have this product included as part of their Microsoft license."

"The solution is economical. You don't have to worry about the pricing as long as you're installing both services on the same server."

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it_user90069

BI Expert at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Feb 20, 2014

Informatica PowerCenter vs. Microsoft SSIS - each technology has its advantages but also have similarities

Technology has made it easier for businesses to organize and manipulate data to get a clearer picture of what’s going on with their business. Notably, ETL tools have made managing huge amounts of data significantly easier and faster, boosting many organizations’ business intelligence operations…

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Financial Services Firm

13%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Large Enterprise	4

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	58

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Which is better - SSIS or Informatica PowerCenter?

SSIS PowerPack is a group of drag and drop connectors for Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, commonly called SSIS. The collection helps organizations boost productivity with code-free compo...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SSIS?

Pricing is pretty reasonable, so I would rate it at a 5. However, it could be a bit cheaper.

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What needs improvement with SSIS?

SSIS could be integrated with more services, such as Power BI, to make the reporting structures more user-friendly. The initial setup for SSIS is somewhat complex in the beginning, but once you und...

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Also Known As

Pervasive Data Integrator, PDI

SQL Server Integration Services

Overview

Pervasive's Data Integrator platform is a robust enterprise data integration software solution that enables you to quickly build powerful and frictionless connections between any kind of data source and application.

Actian

SSIS is a versatile tool for data integration tasks like ETL processes, data migration, and real-time data processing. Users appreciate its ease of use, data transformation tools, scheduling capabilities, and extensive connectivity options. It enhances productivity and efficiency within organizations by streamlining data-related processes and improving data quality and consistency.

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Sample Customers

Pediatrix Medical Group

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