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BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS vs VMware Tanzu Data Solutions comparison

BMC and VMware are both solutions in the Database Development and Management category. BMC is ranked #22 with an average rating of 8.0, while VMware is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.3. BMC holds a 0.6% mindshare in DDM, compared to VMware’s 3.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of BMC users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of VMware users who would recommend it.
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100% willing to recommend
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89% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 23, 2025

BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS and VMware Tanzu Data Solutions compete in the data management and processing sector for large-scale enterprises. BMC demonstrates stronger mainframe reliability and integration, while VMware Tanzu leads with modern cloud-native features.

Features: BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS offers robust data integrity, high availability, and seamless mainframe integration. VMware Tanzu Data Solutions provides cloud-native capabilities, scalability, and flexibility through containerized applications.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: BMC Data Management benefits from a streamlined deployment model within zOS environments and comprehensive support for mainframe infrastructure. VMware Tanzu Data Solutions features a deployment model optimized for cloud environments with agile customer service and significant support for cloud operations.

Pricing and ROI: BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS involves significant upfront expenses, aligning with its high capabilities and ROI in mainframe use. VMware Tanzu Data Solutions offers a flexible pricing model with cost efficiencies in cloud services, providing compelling ROI for businesses in cloud environments.

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Categories and Ranking

BMC Data Management for IMS...
Ranking in Database Development and Management
22nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
VMware Tanzu Data Solutions
Ranking in Database Development and Management
6th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
83
Ranking in other categories
Relational Databases Tools (12th), Data Warehouse (6th), Message Queue (MQ) Software (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Database Development and Management category, the mindshare of BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS is 0.6%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Tanzu Data Solutions is 3.0%, down from 3.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Improves disaster recovery processes and offers an efficient CPU cycle optimization
Using BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS has greatly improved our database administration tasks. Although we don't test the database before production, we have experienced benefits in disaster recovery situations and capacity management. For instance, when facing capacity issues during peak transaction times, I've been able to quickly allocate additional resources to ensure smooth operations. This has been crucial, especially during times when the demand surges, such as peak flight hours.
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Sushma Polavarapu - PeerSpot reviewer
Create essential reporting scripts with simplicity but has some operational challenges
We mainly create functions and scripts required for reporting The product is not complex; I do not have to create stored procedures, functions, or views. It's just simple to use. There is general room for improvement. I have been using it for five years. I have faced stability issues, mainly…
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"BMC Data Management improved our data recovery process by simplifying it."
"I have worked with DB2's great features in the last five years. The IDAA feature transformed the vision of warehousing, business analytics, and big data at my bank. Besides the mainframe, I saw that this solution was evolutionary. It gives real-time information."
"The most valuable feature for us is horizontal scaling."
"The solution improved our site reliability."
"The stability of this solution was very good."
"The loading speed is very good."
"The product is not complex; I do not have to create stored procedures, functions, or views."
"We have been able to set up a messaging system that facilitates data integration between the software modules that we sell."
"It's super easy to deploy and it also supports different languages and analytics."
"It can be configured to be a very fast message broker. I like the stability, the built-in admin tools and plugin architecture."
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Cons

"DB2 is a hard tool to grasp. It's hard for users to learn how to use it. It's not easy to see how it works."
"One area for improvement with this product could be in providing clearer guidance and tools for disaster recovery planning and execution."
"The solution needs improvement on performance."
"The product is pretty hard to configure."
"I would like to see the performance of the administration portal improved and additional messaging protocols."
"If messages pile up until the space of the memory is full, then basically, the cluster goes down, and someone has to log in through the backend and purge all messages."
"The next release should include some of the flexibility and features that Kafka offers."
"The fact that a single queue can't be distributed across multiple instances/nodes is a major disadvantage."
"Extra filters would be helpful."
"VMware RabbitMQ needs to create a new queue system."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The pricing is okay."
"The pricing for RabbitMQ is reasonable. It is worth the cost."
"It is an open-source platform. Although, we have to pay for additional features."
"Since the tool is an open-source product, there is no need to pay anything."
"Tanzu Greenplum's pricing is really competitive and gives excellent value for money."
"The product is available for free use since it is an open-source technology."
"The price is pretty good."
"It is the best product with best fit for price/performance customer objectives."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
26%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Government
9%
Insurance Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
24%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Retailer
4%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?
BMC Data Management improved our data recovery process by simplifying it.
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What needs improvement with BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?
One area for improvement with this product could be in providing clearer guidance and tools for disaster recovery planning and execution. As someone involved in managing infrastructure, understandi...
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What advice do you have for others considering BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on zOS?
From my perspective as an infrastructure guy, the most valuable aspect of BMC's data management solutions was their ability to optimize CPU cycles, improving IMS performance without directly impact...
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How does IBM MQ compare with VMware RabbitMQ?
IBM MQ has a great reputation behind it, and this solution is very robust with great stability. It is easy to use, simple to configure and integrates well with our enterprise ecosystem and protocol...
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What do you like most about VMware RabbitMQ?
RabbitMQ provides access to SDKs for development and the ability to raise and log tickets if we encounter issues. We can integrate RabbitMQ using various languages like Java or Python using the pro...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware RabbitMQ?
The product is free of cost.
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Comparisons

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Compared 9% of the time
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Compared 8% of the time
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Also Known As

BMC Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS, Data Management for IMS and DB2 on z/OS
Greenplum, Pivotal Greenplum, VMware RabbitMQ, VMware Tanzu GemFire, VMware Postgres
 

Overview

Transform the management of your DB2 databases to meet the scale and complexity of digital business

  • Run DB2 utilities with BMC Next Generation Technology to optimize your data and improve application performance
  • Eliminate downtime and increase availability of business services
  • Ensure the integrity of structured and unstructured data
  • Take control with intelligent automation and policy-driven rules
  • Bridge the gap from green-screen to modern, secure, self-service user interfaces
  • Move to DB2 12 and beyond with confidence
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VMware Tanzu is a robust platform tailored for data warehousing, complex analytics, BI applications, and predictive analytics. It excels in scalability, performance, and parallel processing, enhancing data handling efficiency. Users report significant productivity improvements and streamlined operations, making it ideal for comprehensive data solutions.

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Sample Customers

Airline Tariff Publishing Co (ATPCO), AtTask, MetaScale
General Electric, Conversant, China CITIC Bank, Aridhia, Purdue University
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