Actian Pervasive Data Integrator [EOL] vs SSIS comparison

Actian and Microsoft are both solutions in the Data Integration category. Additionally, 50% of Actian users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between Actian Pervasive Data Integrator [EOL] and SSIS based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Actian Pervasive Data Integ...

Average Rating

5.8

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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

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

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

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

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

"Web based interface."

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

"With virtualization enabled we are able to scale horizontally."

"It is easy to set up the product."

"Overall, it works well. The performance is good."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is performance."

"I have used most of the standard SQL features, but the ones that stand out are the Data Flows and Bulk Import."

"You can get data from any data source with SSIS and dump it to any outside source, and getting, extracting, converting, and dumping data doesn't require much effort because we can do everything in the user interface where you just drag and drop and then give the required input, so it's intuitive."

"The most valuable aspect of this solution is that it is simple to use and it offers a flexible custom script task."

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Cons

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

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

"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)."

"We have faced some problems, mostly from a different provider with different language handling."

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

"We would like the solution to be expanded so that it is available for other platforms than just Microsoft."

"There was also not enough instructions from Microsoft in regards to this application or this technology, which can easily be improved upon."

"We In upgrading SSIS, we encountered challenges fixing SQL Server and performance issues, including problems during a failover in our data warehouse."

"There is connectivity with other databases, however, this is the most significant issue that has to be addressed."

"Sometimes, there are compatibility issues with some features."

"SSIS is not that scalable. You can scale it vertically to handle a high load, but it lacks horizontal scalability."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

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

"SSIS' licensing is a little high, but it gives good value for money."

"It would be beneficial if the solution had a less costly cloud offering."

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

"The solution comes free of cost."

"We have an enterprise license for this solution."

"This solution is included with the MSSQL server package."

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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

14%

Government

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Large Enterprise	4

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	57

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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.

Microsoft

Sample Customers

Pediatrix Medical Group

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