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Azure Data Factory vs Tungsten RPA comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.4
Azure Data Factory offers significant ROI, efficiency, and cost savings, with users highlighting benefits in data integration and migration.
Sentiment score
7.7
Tungsten RPA cuts costs by 70%, reduces workforce needs, and boosts efficiency in aviation, government, and migration projects.
Our stakeholders and clients have expressed satisfaction with Azure Data Factory's efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies
One of our customers said that one RPA robot could do three-person jobs, and they were able to reduce their workforce accordingly.
Strategic And Business Performance Manger at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.3
Azure Data Factory support is generally satisfactory, with responsive assistance and strong community resources enhancing user satisfaction.
Sentiment score
6.5
Tungsten RPA technical support is prompt and expert, but response times and availability vary based on complexity and contracts.
The technical support is responsive and helpful
Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited
The technical support from Microsoft is rated an eight out of ten.
Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics
The technical support for Azure Data Factory is generally acceptable.
Solution Architect at Mercedes-Benz AG
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
Azure Data Factory offers scalable cloud-based solutions for diverse operations, despite some third-party integration limitations and use case challenges.
Sentiment score
6.9
Tungsten RPA offers scalable, adaptable solutions for all organizations, requiring setup time and structured deployment for success.
Azure Data Factory is highly scalable.
Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
Azure Data Factory is considered highly stable and reliable, though minor issues can occur, mostly in development environments.
Sentiment score
7.7
Tungsten RPA is generally stable and reliable, though legacy integration issues and lack of insights tools present challenges.
The solution has a high level of stability, roughly a nine out of ten.
Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics
 

Room For Improvement

Azure Data Factory needs better integration, UI, documentation, data handling, pricing transparency, real-time processing, connectivity, and scheduling.
Tungsten RPA requires better support, documentation, scalability, integration, intuitive interface, expanded browser support, and enhanced community and features.
Incorporating more dedicated API sources to specific services like HubSpot CRM or Salesforce would be beneficial.
Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics
It's very difficult to come up with even a general understanding of what expenses a client can have with this product.
Data Architect/Engineering manager at Intellias
I suggest integrating some AI functionality to analyze data during the transition itself, providing insights such as null records, common records, and duplicates without running a separate pipeline or job.
Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
The lack of a developer community in Tungsten RPA is a red flag for us and for customers.
Strategic And Business Performance Manger at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Setup Cost

Azure Data Factory's pricing is pay-as-you-go, with costs based on usage, offering competitive and cost-effective solutions.
Tungsten RPA offers subscription pricing with varied costs, competitive yet more expensive than UiPath, plus a 10% annual support fee.
The pricing is cost-effective.
Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics
It is considered cost-effective.
Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited
 

Valuable Features

Azure Data Factory offers scalable ETL processes with easy integration, user-friendly interface, and strong orchestration, security, and automation features.
Tungsten RPA excels in integration, security, and flexibility with highlights in email preservation, automation, and comprehensive technical support.
It connects to different sources out-of-the-box, making integration much easier.
Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited
The platform excels in handling major datasets, particularly when working with Power BI for reporting purposes.
Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies
The orchestration features in Azure Data Factory are definitely useful, as it is not only for Azure Data Factory; we can also include DataBricks and other services for integrating the data solution, making it a very beneficial feature.
Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
If you don't have a computer science background, you can easily use Tungsten RPA because this is a low-code platform and it is easier than other RPA tools.
Strategic And Business Performance Manger at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

Azure Data Factory
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
93
Ranking in other categories
Data Integration (3rd), Cloud Data Warehouse (2nd)
Tungsten RPA
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

Azure Data Factory and Tungsten RPA aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Azure Data Factory is designed for Data Integration and holds a mindshare of 3.0%, down 9.8% compared to last year.
Tungsten RPA, on the other hand, focuses on Robotic Process Automation (RPA), holds 2.0% mindshare, up 1.8% since last year.
Data Integration Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Azure Data Factory3.0%
SSIS3.7%
Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)3.5%
Other89.8%
Data Integration
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Tungsten RPA2.0%
UiPath Platform12.9%
Microsoft Power Automate11.5%
Other73.6%
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
 

Featured Reviews

KandaswamyMuthukrishnan - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Integrates diverse data sources and streamlines ETL processes effectively
Regarding potential areas of improvement for Azure Data Factory, there is a need for better data transformation, especially since many people are now depending on DataBricks more for connectivity and data integration. Azure Data Factory should consider how to enhance integration or filtering for more transformations, such as integrating with Spark clusters. I am satisfied with Azure Data Factory so far, but I suggest integrating some AI functionality to analyze data during the transition itself, providing insights such as null records, common records, and duplicates without running a separate pipeline or job. The monitoring tools in Azure Data Factory are helpful for optimizing data pipelines; while the current feature is adequate, they can improve by creating a live dashboard to see the online process, including how much percentage has been completed, which will be very helpful for people who are monitoring the pipeline.
Mahmoud Alyabroudi - PeerSpot reviewer
Solutions Architect at DEWA
A n automation solution with OCR and scanner
Tungsten RPA features enhanced desktop automation capabilities, improved Active Directory integration, and upgraded recorder functionality. These updates will be available in the upcoming release. Firstly, The first level of support needs enhancement. When you open a ticket with Tungsten, they inquire about various aspects of the issue. The initial support level should involve conducting a Webex meeting to address and assess the reported issues within the environment directly. This would involve thoroughly checking the issues and logs, among other relevant factors. It may require a minor configuration adjustment that could be resolved promptly during the session. There are several challenges associated with Tungsten RPA. Firstly, there is often a perception issue among employees who may believe that RPA is intended to replace their jobs rather than enhance efficiency. This misconception can hinder the adoption of RPA solutions in the workplace, as employees may resist the implementation of automation technologies. Secondly, there have been challenges related to integrating Tungsten RPA with applications built on Java. Many issues have been addressed and resolved in V11.3, thus improving the compatibility of Tungsten RPA with Java-based applications and major challenges.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
13%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
6%
Financial Services Firm
16%
Performing Arts
8%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business31
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise57
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise18
 

Questions from the Community

How do you select the right cloud ETL tool?
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How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica PowerCenter?
Azure Data Factory is flexible, modular, and works well. In terms of cost, it is not too pricey. It offers the stability and reliability I am looking for, good scalability, and is easy to set up an...
How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica Cloud Data Integration?
Azure Data Factory is a solid product offering many transformation functions; It has pre-load and post-load transformations, allowing users to apply transformations either in code by using Power Q...
What do you like most about Kofax RPA?
You can automate browsing tasks without needing a server connection. The platform provides its browser, allowing you to run anything inside it.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Kofax RPA?
The pricing models across the market initially differed significantly, as most RPA implementations were licensed on a per bot basis, unlike Tungsten RPA, which uses a server-based model. Though the...
What needs improvement with Kofax RPA?
Automation of complex processes involving stable legacy systems could be a major plus. The biggest issue lies in the stability of the target environment. Automating systems based on Citrix, where u...
 

Also Known As

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Kofax RPA, Kofax Kapow, Kapow
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

1. Adobe 2. BMW 3. Coca-Cola 4. General Electric 5. Johnson & Johnson 6. LinkedIn 7. Mastercard 8. Nestle 9. Pfizer 10. Samsung 11. Siemens 12. Toyota 13. Unilever 14. Verizon 15. Walmart 16. Accenture 17. American Express 18. AT&T 19. Bank of America 20. Cisco 21. Deloitte 22. ExxonMobil 23. Ford 24. General Motors 25. IBM 26. JPMorgan Chase 27. Microsoft (Azure Data Factory is developed by Microsoft) 28. Oracle 29. Procter & Gamble 30. Salesforce 31. Shell 32. Visa
Aetna, BNP Paribas, Citi, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, ING, Aviva, Humana, Willis, Merck, University Hospitals, CardinalHealth, American Red Cross, Alegri, Capita
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