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Ataccama Reference Data Manager [EOL] vs Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) comparison

Ataccama and Informatica are both solutions in the Cloud Data Integration category. Additionally, 100% of Ataccama users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Informatica users who would recommend it.
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Categories and Ranking

Ataccama Reference Data Man...
Average Rating
10.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Informatica Intelligent Dat...
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
215
Ranking in other categories
Data Integration (1st), Data Quality (1st), Business Process Management (BPM) (6th), Business-to-Business Middleware (2nd), API Management (7th), Cloud Data Integration (3rd), Data Governance (3rd), Test Data Management (2nd), Cloud Master Data Management (MDM) (1st), Data Management Platforms (DMP) (2nd), Data Masking (2nd), Metadata Management (2nd), Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) (3rd), Test Data Management Services (3rd), Product Information Management (PIM) (1st), Data Observability (2nd), AI Data Analysis (1st)
 

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it_user69087 - PeerSpot reviewer
it_user69087
Head of Data Analytics at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
We evaluated Microsoft master data services – it's nice but far from Ataccama RDM especially in workflow features
We use this system for managing reference data. It’s the most useful system for data warehouse because all data sources have to come from relational database. Unfortunately before Ataccama RDM was installed, some reference code books came from EXCEL, which is definitely an error-prone data source that does not have proper dataflow and quality checks when inputting data. We are using this system also for managing hard-coded logic in ETLs by creating special reference tables and creating workflows to update it in a manageable way. We will use it for managing code book which is currently booked in some systems but doesn’t have sexy features as in Ataccama RDM. This system can simplify data transfer between systems, eliminate extra copies and is different from a time perspective.
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Raymond Croxford
Contractor at Sanlam
Cloud data catalog has streamlined lineage and quality while leaving more automation to improve
I have not explored IDMC's automation capabilities driven by AI and metadata too much at the moment, but it is on the cards. We are basically creating the foundation, as the whole migration has taken place recently and it is still early days. I think Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) is evolving, and as the vendors move forward, they pick up new concepts from each other. I have seen that products leapfrog each other, and from my experience over the years, the big players tend to copy features or add enhancements based on industry trends. I feel whatever the tool does not have now, there is a feedback loop allowing us to request new features, and we continually ask for different ways to do things as we have a pipeline into the product management team. It is difficult to say what additional features I would prefer to see in the next release of IDMC. I would appreciate more automation on the lineage front, with more AI to seamlessly join independent sources and create seamless lineage between different technologies, such as from file into database A into a different database and landing up in a reporting system such as Cognos, Qlik, Qlik Sense, QlikView, or Power BI.
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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Really best product for this certain task area – to make reference data is manageable."
"The solution's technical support is pretty good, especially since the turnaround time is good."
"We went with Informatica because we have functional and non-functional requirements with respect to the market data management of our customers and Informatica is a suitable product for their needs."
"We found that it is the most robust platform to integrate with our e-commerce platform."
"When I compare with other vendors, Informatica support is better, feedback-wise."
"It comes with lot of features and is a one-stop-shop solution for integration, data modeling, and data governance. Everything can be built under one particular umbrella. If any issues come up, then there won't be any blame game saying that it could be an integration issue or an MDM hub issue because it's wholly owned by Informatica. That's the biggest advantage of Informatica MDM over that of any other tools that are available on the market."
"Axon has something called Overlay, which can be used to extend the technical lineage."
"The solution allows the complete governance process, starting from the data quality, those definitions, and it can get the data quality in the EDC."
"We had a bad experience before Informatica Cloud Data Quality, we started a data analytics project that took more than three months of wasted time because we couldn't use the data to create the optimization model."
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Cons

"Creation process of services for on-line validation data (special services which are able to be used by another system) is too complicated."
"There is room for improvement at the highest level in terms of useability and connectors for various types of new applications. The row processing performance could be better because you experience some latency dealing with high volumes of data. Most organizations will be dealing with multiple cloud applications, so you could see performance issues moving from one system to another."
"There were some features I thought were better on-premises, but it feels a catch-up game."
"Informatica should simplify the rules for setting classifications and user access management permissions. It's too complex to define, configure, and make work."
"User/group administration could use improvement."
"Informatica MDM's UI is not intuitive enough."
"The user interface of the product needs to be improved"
"The tool is quite good overall, but sometimes the number of modules can be overwhelming. If the development interface could be optimized to have fewer modules, it would be greatly beneficial."
"The UX and UI of the solution are areas with certain shortcomings where improvements can be made in the future."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"We pay for a yearly subscription."
"The platform has a premium cost. I rate the pricing as seven out of ten."
"The product is not very pocket-friendly for small and medium-sized businesses, and it is understandable because of the kind of features the tool gives."
"The price is neither too high nor too low."
"It's offers value for money. They're more competitive with respect to pricing and offerings."
"The solution is expensive."
"The pricing structure is good, but having to pay for extra drivers to be used in an ICS environment makes me a little nervous."
"The licensing costs attached to the solution are pretty high, but then, with the cloud model, the prices depend on what it provides for the value of money, which I feel was very high."
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Construction Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
6%
 

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Small Business51
Midsize Enterprise27
Large Enterprise155
 

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Also Known As

Reference Data Manager
ActiveVOS, Active Endpoints, Address Verification, Persistent Data Masking
 

Overview

Reference Data Manager (RDM) enables you to maintain a consistent representation of reference data across all departments and databases in your organization. This user friendly web-based application provides the flexibility and workflow functionality needed to create a company-wide reference data environment that is not only secure and powerful, but easy to use as well.
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Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) offers seamless integration of master data management, data quality, and data integration with a cloud-native architecture supporting multiple data management styles, optimizing data governance through metadata management.

IDMC enhances data synchronization and mapping tasks, utilizing a broad range of connectors to interact efficiently with data sources. Its precise address validation via AddressDoctor and intuitive navigation bolster user empowerment, delivering agility, scalability, and security in data governance. Despite its strengths, areas like ease of use, SAP integration, and reporting could benefit from enhancements. Connectivity issues and workflow complexities are noted, needing improvements in performance, support, and licensing cost. Users demand expanded ETL capabilities, real-time processing, and broader data source support to address growing data needs.

What are the key features of IDMC?
  • Integration Capabilities: Ensures seamless connectivity between on-premise and cloud environments.
  • Master Data Management: Centralizes and streamlines data processes for enhanced quality.
  • Data Quality: Employs tools for cleansing and standardizing data accuracy.
  • Address Validation: Features AddressDoctor for precise address verification.
  • Real-Time Processing: Supports real-time data handling for critical operations.
  • Connectivity Options: Offers a wide array of connectors for easy data source interaction.
What benefits and ROI should users consider?
  • Scalability: Cloud-native design boosts system agility, adapting to data volume changes.
  • Security: Enhances data protection with robust encryption and compliance measures.
  • Efficiency: Automates processes to reduce manual effort and errors.
  • Flexibility: Supports diverse data management styles, offering adaptability to business changes.
  • Governance: Empowers effective data governance through comprehensive metadata management.

In industries such as banking, healthcare, and telecom, IDMC is implemented for data integration, cloud migration, and enhancing data quality. Its capabilities are crucial for metadata management, lineage tracking, and real-time processing, ensuring high data quality and streamlined operations.

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Sample Customers

Bank of Montreal
The Travel Company, Carbonite
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