CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS vs VMware Tanzu Data Solutions comparison

Broadcom and VMware are both solutions in the Database Development and Management category. Broadcom is ranked #19 with an average rating of 10.0, while VMware is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.1. Broadcom holds a 0.5% mindshare in DDM, compared to VMware’s 2.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of VMware users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 23, 2025

VMware Tanzu Data Solutions and CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS compete in the enterprise data management and optimization category. VMware Tanzu Data Solutions has a pricing and support advantage, while CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS offers strong features.

Features: VMware Tanzu Data Solutions offers cloud-native data management, integration with Kubernetes, and enterprise adaptability. CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS provides robust database optimization, comprehensive performance analysis tools, and deep integration within mainframe systems.

Room for Improvement: VMware Tanzu Data Solutions could enhance feature depth and mainframe compatibility, while improving its database optimization tools. CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS could lower its initial cost and introduce more hybrid cloud capabilities, along with enhancing user interface simplicity.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: VMware Tanzu Data Solutions is flexible with strong cloud infrastructure support and responsive customer service. CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS offers specialized deployment for mainframe compatibility and robust support for thorough assistance.

Pricing and ROI: VMware Tanzu Data Solutions is competitively priced, offering clear ROI through scalable architecture and reduced operational costs. CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS has higher setup costs but provides significant ROI through its efficient database management and mainframe performance.

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Categories and Ranking

CA Database Management for ...

Ranking in Database Development and Management

19th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

8.2

Number of Reviews

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

Ranking in other categories

Relational Databases Tools (12th), Data Warehouse (6th), Message Queue (MQ) Software (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Database Development and Management category, the mindshare of CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS is 0.5%, down from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Tanzu Data Solutions is 2.8%, down from 3.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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JOY GHARAMI

Technical Project Manager at Interra Information Technologies, Inc.

Report generation offers invaluable insights into database performance

I basically use the solution for database management and to view the performance of a particular database object, any specific program, batch program, or online programs. Using the CSSZ tool, I can effectively monitor performance. In case of an exception, I can inform the application team. At DB2…

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Sushma Polavarapu

Sr Data Analytics Consultant at Capgemini

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

"The reports generated and the old statistics shown are really helpful."

"Improved monitoring and performance management."

"It helps us to reduce hardware costs and to optimize processing times."

"It is very stable. We have had no issues."

"The most important features are batch reporting and the ability to create repositories, enabling automated analysis. These are valuable because they enable me to do automated analysis of trends over time and reduce the time for comparing performance between two periods to identify anomalies."

"It takes advantage of new features of DB2."

"The message routing is the most valuable feature. It is effective and flexible."

"The most valuable feature is that it's really customizable."

"We use VMware RabbitMQ to transfer information from one point to another."

"The parallel load features mean that Greenplum is capable of high-volume data loading in parallel to all of the cluster segments, which is really valuable."

"The solution's best feature is its exceptional speed, delivering efficient utilization of resources."

"With VMware Tanzu Greenplum, one can make a huge database table and analyze the queries by adding in the SQL command. Some hint or command for the query goes over the multi-parallel execution."

"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 provided SDKs."

"The solution improved our site reliability."

Cons

"All the information we need, we could use to have it in a more usable format."

"Minor stability issues."

"In the case of any particular SQL which is executing for a longer time and causing issues with any particular store or DB2 programs, if it could pinpoint the problems like any other tool should do, that would be really helpful."

"They need to provide a way to create and maintain performance repositories. The online tool is not perfect, but it is giving me what I need."

"VMware RabbitMQ needs to create a new queue system."

"Some integration with other platforms like design tools, and ETL development tools, that will enable some advanced functionality, like fully down processing, etc."

"The user interface could be improved."

"They should improve on the ability to scale your queues in a very simple and elegant way with the same power that they have would be great."

"I was struggling with installing a few things. It would be good if was somewhat similar to RedHat. There should be more documentation regarding installation troubleshooting."

"When you have complex tasks, RabbitMQ is hard to use."

"There are some security concerns that have been raised with this product."

"The product needs to focus on offering more use case documentation because browsing the internet to find it can be a process filled with struggles."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The pricing is okay."

"Pricing is good compared to other products. It's fine."

"Tanzu Greenplum's pricing is really competitive and gives excellent value for money."

"are using the open-source version, which can be used free of cost."

"The solution's pricing is cost-effective as it does not involve significant expenses. Licensing is required only for the server, while clients do not need any licensing. Therefore, it proves to be a cost-efficient option."

"We are using the open-source version of this solution."

"It’s an open-source solution."

"This is an open source solution."

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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS?

In the case of any particular SQL which is executing for a longer time and causing issues with any particular store or DB2 programs, if it could pinpoint the problems like any other tool should do,...

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What is your primary use case for CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS?

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What advice do you have for others considering CA Database Management for DB2 for zOS?

The solution operates on JetOS platform. It is a very good, perfect solution. I would rate it ten out of ten. Currently, I do not have any planning for investment at all.

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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 Tanzu Greenplum?

The loading speed is very good.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Tanzu Greenplum?

It’s an open-source solution. There are no expenses for using it.

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Also Known As

CA Database Management Solutions for DB2 for z/OS

Greenplum, Pivotal Greenplum, VMware RabbitMQ, VMware Tanzu GemFire, VMware Postgres

Overview

Database Management for DB2 for z/OS solutions from CA Technologies provide a set of tools designed to ensure optimal database and SQL performance, efficient administration, and reliable backup and recovery of DB2 databases, systems and apps.

Broadcom

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.

VMware

Sample Customers

Blue Hill Data Services

General Electric, Conversant, China CITIC Bank, Aridhia, Purdue University

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